Carnedd Llewelyn weather forecast.

1,064 m summit in Eryri (Snowdonia). 6 forecast days covering wind, cloud, rain and temperature, updated 6 September 2026 at 04:41 UTC.

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Today on Carnedd Llewelyn.

Carnedd Llewelyn on Sunday 6 September 2026: wind around 44 mph southwesterly; gusts around 61 mph; cloud-free summit estimate 40%; 6.3 h modelled sunshine; feels like 5°C; 0.6 mm precipitation.

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Confidence: Medium
Overall hill weather50/100Mixed
Wind44 mph southwesterly Gusts61 mph Feels like5°C Precipitation0.6 mm Cloud-free summit estimate40% Cloud base through day1,000–1,700 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 06:33 · Sunset 19:54 · 13.3 hours daylight

Forecast confidence: Forecast models differ on whether meaningful rain reaches the hills during the morning.

Cloud-free timing: Around 20% early, improving to around 40% later.

A wild day on Carnedd Llewelyn: summit wind broadly 30-50 mph, with gusts 55-65 mph at times (gale-force mean winds at times). The ground is likely to be wet after recent rain. Much calmer lower down - generally 15-25 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops. Cloud base around 900-1200 m in the morning, lifting to 1300-1600 m around midday. The top is likely to drift in and out of cloud, with the best chance of a view from late morning into midday. Cloud height is close to summit level at times, so small local changes could put the top in or out of cloud. Cloud may hang lower on southwestern slopes and lift somewhat on the northeastern side, but local terrain can differ. about 6 hours of sunshine is indicated, but amounts vary between the morning, midday and later periods. Some rain is indicated, with up to around 2 mm forecast; timing and local totals remain uncertain.

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Sunshine and sky

Sunshine varies by period. Sunshine amounts vary between the morning, midday and later periods.

Modelled sunshine6.3 h48% of daylight
EarlyLess than 1 hour sunshine
Midday4 h sunshine
Later0 h sunshine

These are direct modelled sunshine hours during daylight, not the probability of sunshine. Cloud cover and summit cloud are assessed separately in the forecast above. Local hill cloud can still make an individual summit brighter or duller than the surrounding model grid.

Morning · 07:00–13:00Mixed
66/100
Afternoon & evening · 13:00–22:00Poor
35/100

Separate hill-weather grades help compare an early start with later conditions; the main daytime forecast above still covers the core walking day.

Overnight · 18:00–09:00Wild campingBetaGusts near 60 mph make meaningful shelter important. 39/100Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Sunday 6 September 2026

Full overnight outlook

Open-hillside camping looks poor overall around 600 m (39/100). A lower pitch near 300 m looks more comfortable; conditions are less suitable by 900 m. Open-ground gusts may reach about 60 mph, making exposed pitches a poor choice. Peak gusts range from about 40 mph at 300 m to 60 mph at 900 m. Roughly 7.9 mm is indicated overnight, with rain liable to affect both pitching and packing up. Condensation risk is high near 300, 600 and 900 m, so a wet pack-up is possible; ventilation will matter. The coldest temperature falls from about 10.1°C at 300 m to 7.8°C at 900 m.

Overnight rain7.9 mm Open ground · 600 m23 mph · gusts 50 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 6°C or lower
300 m53/100 · mixed
Wind / gust
19 mph / 41 mph
Typical / low
14.8°C / 10.1°C
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
600 m39/100 · poor
Wind / gust
23 mph / 50 mph
Typical / low
14.5°C / 9.9°C · a brief spell
In cloud
7% of modelled night
Condensation
High
900 m24/100 · poor
Wind / gust
27 mph / 58 mph
Typical / low
12.6°C / 7.8°C · several hours
In cloud
13% of modelled night
Condensation
High

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a 3-season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 6°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

Open-hillside reference. A sheltered pitch may be calmer; cols and ridges may be much windier. Tent design and the exact pitch still matter. Read about sleeping-bag comfort ratings, pitching in strong winds or using the wild-camping forecast.

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaGusts near 60 mph increase the seriousness of exposed ground. 7/100Poor · Very poor View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Conditions for exposed scrambling look very poor (7/100). Some rock may still be damp or drying; polished slabs and vegetated sections could be notably worse. The mapped summit rock is Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks (Foel Fras Volcanic Complex). Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery. Representative samples along available mapped routes also include Basalt, Felsic tuff and 4 other mapped types, so rock character and wet-weather behaviour may change across the mountain. Gusts may reach about 60 mph; crosswinds can make exposed ridges substantially more serious.

Rock surfaceDamp or dryingPeak gust61 mphRainPossible · 45%
Main factorsgusts around 60 mphdamp or incompletely dried rock possible
Mapped rock across the summit and available routes Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks Foel Fras Volcanic Complex
Origin
Sedimentary and igneous
Rock family
Volcanic rock
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Rock-response profile
Low confidence
View the summit BGS record

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery. Summit-point mapping plus representative BGS bedrock samples along available GPX routes. These are not continuous geological surveys; contacts, superficial deposits and the exposed rock on individual holds may differ.

Mapped variation

7 rock types appear across the available route samples

The summit type remains the forecast's cautious rock-response reference. Other mapped types show where conditions may behave differently elsewhere on the mountain.

Summit mapping Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks Foel Fras Volcanic Complex Around 1,048 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Basalt Foel Grach Basalt Formation 932–1,053 m samples Seen on Peak Carneddau Aber Falls

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Felsic tuff Capel Curig Volcanic Formation Around 680 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Mudstone and siltstone Cwm Eigiau Formation Around 767 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often positive when dry, but smooth, polished or slabby sections can become markedly more slippery when damp.

BGS record
Route sample Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician Around 488 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Sandstone Llewelyn Volcanic Group Around 955 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but wet sandstone can lose strength and may be damaged by climbing. Avoid it while saturated and allow shaded walls, pockets and seepage lines time to dry.

BGS record
Route sample Siltstone Capel Curig Volcanic Formation Around 580 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often positive when dry, but smooth, polished or slabby sections can become markedly more slippery when damp.

BGS record
See sampled routes

Peak Carneddau Aber Falls932–1,053 m samplesBasalt

Peak Carneddau Ogwen488–1,048 m samplesFelsic tuff · Mudstone and siltstone · Rhyolite · Sandstone · Siltstone · Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks

Generic exposed scrambling terrain; mapped summit-point bedrock is included where available, but route grade, exact rock, polish, drainage and escape options remain unresolved. Contains British Geological Survey materials © UKRI 2026. How to use the climbing and scrambling forecast.

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Confidence: Medium
Overall hill weather60/100Mixed
Wind38 mph southwesterly Gusts53 mph Feels like3°C Precipitation0.1 mm Cloud-free summit estimate30% Cloud base through day1,000–2,000 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 06:35 · Sunset 19:51 · 13.3 hours daylight

Forecast confidence: Rain could reach the main walking period or hold off until later; forecast models disagree on the timing.

Cloud-free timing: Around 10% early, improving to around 50% later.

A wild day on Carnedd Llewelyn: summit wind broadly 20-45 mph, with gusts 50-60 mph at times (strong winds). The ground is likely to be wet after recent rain. Much calmer lower down - generally 10-20 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops. Cloud base around 1000–1300 m through the morning, lifting to 1700–2000 m by late afternoon. The top is likely to drift in and out of cloud, with the best chance of a view from late afternoon into the evening. Cloud height is close to summit level at times, so small local changes could put the top in or out of cloud. about 5 hours of sunshine is indicated, with a greater share of sunshine later in the day. Little or no rain is indicated. Confidence moderate (forecast models agree on the walking impact of the wind) - walker-height summit wind could reasonably be 33-42 mph, with gusts 47-59 mph. Cloud height remains uncertain, especially where it is close to summit level.

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Sunshine and sky

More sunshine later. Sunshine is indicated more often later in the day.

Modelled sunshine5.3 h41% of daylight
Early0 h sunshine
Midday1.8 h sunshine
Later1.8 h sunshine

These are direct modelled sunshine hours during daylight, not the probability of sunshine. Cloud cover and summit cloud are assessed separately in the forecast above. Local hill cloud can still make an individual summit brighter or duller than the surrounding model grid.

Morning · 07:00–13:00Good
70/100
Afternoon & evening · 13:00–22:00Mixed
51/100

Separate hill-weather grades help compare an early start with later conditions; the main daytime forecast above still covers the core walking day.

Overnight · 18:00–09:00Wild campingBetaGusts near 55 mph make meaningful shelter important. 39/100Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Monday 7 September 2026

Full overnight outlook

Open-hillside camping looks poor overall around 600 m (39/100). A lower pitch near 300 m looks more comfortable; conditions are less suitable by 900 m. Open-ground gusts may reach about 55 mph, making exposed pitches a poor choice. Peak gusts range from about 40 mph at 300 m to 55 mph at 900 m. Around 2 mm is forecast, with rain liable to affect both pitching and packing up. Pitches near 600 and 900 m may spend part of the night in cloud, bringing damp conditions and poor visibility while cloud is present. The coldest temperature falls from about 8.9°C at 300 m to 5.5°C at 900 m.

Overnight rain2.0 mm Open ground · 600 m28 mph · gusts 48 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 6°C or lower
300 m71/100 · reasonable
Wind / gust
23 mph / 39 mph
Typical / low
9.7°C / 8.9°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
600 m39/100 · poor
Wind / gust
28 mph / 48 mph
Typical / low
9.1°C / 8.0°C · much of the night
In cloud
47% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
900 m24/100 · poor
Wind / gust
33 mph / 56 mph
Typical / low
6.9°C / 5.5°C · much of the night
In cloud
47% of modelled night
Condensation
Low

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a 3-season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 6°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

Open-hillside reference. A sheltered pitch may be calmer; cols and ridges may be much windier. Tent design and the exact pitch still matter. Read about sleeping-bag comfort ratings, pitching in strong winds or using the wild-camping forecast.

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaGusts near 50 mph increase the seriousness of exposed ground. 0/100Poor · Very poor View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Conditions for exposed scrambling look very poor (0/100). Some rock may still be damp or drying; polished slabs and vegetated sections could be notably worse. The mapped summit rock is Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks (Foel Fras Volcanic Complex). Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery. Representative samples along available mapped routes also include Basalt, Felsic tuff and 4 other mapped types, so rock character and wet-weather behaviour may change across the mountain. Gusts may reach about 50 mph; crosswinds can make exposed ridges substantially more serious. Cloud may also make route-finding and retreat harder.

Rock surfaceDamp or dryingPeak gust50 mphRainPossible · 100%
Main factorsgusts around 50 mphdamp or incompletely dried rock possiblemuch of the route may be in cloud
Mapped rock across the summit and available routes Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks Foel Fras Volcanic Complex
Origin
Sedimentary and igneous
Rock family
Volcanic rock
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Rock-response profile
Low confidence
View the summit BGS record

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery. Summit-point mapping plus representative BGS bedrock samples along available GPX routes. These are not continuous geological surveys; contacts, superficial deposits and the exposed rock on individual holds may differ.

Mapped variation

7 rock types appear across the available route samples

The summit type remains the forecast's cautious rock-response reference. Other mapped types show where conditions may behave differently elsewhere on the mountain.

Summit mapping Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks Foel Fras Volcanic Complex Around 1,048 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Basalt Foel Grach Basalt Formation 932–1,053 m samples Seen on Peak Carneddau Aber Falls

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Felsic tuff Capel Curig Volcanic Formation Around 680 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Mudstone and siltstone Cwm Eigiau Formation Around 767 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often positive when dry, but smooth, polished or slabby sections can become markedly more slippery when damp.

BGS record
Route sample Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician Around 488 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Sandstone Llewelyn Volcanic Group Around 955 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but wet sandstone can lose strength and may be damaged by climbing. Avoid it while saturated and allow shaded walls, pockets and seepage lines time to dry.

BGS record
Route sample Siltstone Capel Curig Volcanic Formation Around 580 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often positive when dry, but smooth, polished or slabby sections can become markedly more slippery when damp.

BGS record
See sampled routes

Peak Carneddau Aber Falls932–1,053 m samplesBasalt

Peak Carneddau Ogwen488–1,048 m samplesFelsic tuff · Mudstone and siltstone · Rhyolite · Sandstone · Siltstone · Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks

Generic exposed scrambling terrain; mapped summit-point bedrock is included where available, but route grade, exact rock, polish, drainage and escape options remain unresolved. Contains British Geological Survey materials © UKRI 2026. How to use the climbing and scrambling forecast.

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Confidence: Medium
Overall hill weather50/100Mixed
Wind27 mph westerly Gusts38 mph Feels like-1°C Precipitation5.1 mm Cloud-free summit estimate5% Cloud base through day500–1,200 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 06:36 · Sunset 19:49 · 13.2 hours daylight

Forecast confidence: Forecast models differ on whether meaningful rain reaches the hills during the morning.

Cloud-free timing: Around 15% early, falling to around 0% later.

A wet day with extensive summit cloud on Carnedd Llewelyn: summit wind broadly 20-30 mph, with gusts 35-45 mph at times (strong winds). Cloud base around 900–1200 m in the morning, lowering to 700–1000 m around midday and 500–800 m by late afternoon. The forecast indicates clag for much of the day, though a brief clearance is possible early in the morning. Cloud height is close to summit level at times, so small local changes could put the top in or out of cloud. Cloud may hang lower on western slopes and lift somewhat on the eastern side, but local terrain can differ. about 11 hours of sunshine is indicated, with a smaller share of sunshine later in the day. Rain is forecast through much of daylight, with around 5-10 mm indicated; local totals could vary. Cold on top: air temperature broadly 2 to 6°C, feeling around -4 to 0°C in the wind - wrap up. Confidence moderate (forecast models agree on the walking impact of the wind) - walker-height summit wind could reasonably be 24-30 mph, with gusts 33-42 mph. Cloud height remains uncertain, especially where it is close to summit level.

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Sunshine and sky

Less sunshine later. Sunshine is indicated less often later in the day.

Modelled sunshine10.9 h84% of daylight
Early3 h sunshine
Midday3.9 h sunshine
Later2.1 h sunshine

These are direct modelled sunshine hours during daylight, not the probability of sunshine. Cloud cover and summit cloud are assessed separately in the forecast above. Local hill cloud can still make an individual summit brighter or duller than the surrounding model grid.

Morning · 07:00–13:00Mixed
52/100
Afternoon & evening · 13:00–22:00Poor
48/100

Separate hill-weather grades help compare an early start with later conditions; the main daytime forecast above still covers the core walking day.

Overnight · 18:00–09:00Wild campingBetaGusts near 40 mph make meaningful shelter important. 54/100Mixed · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Tuesday 8 September 2026

Full overnight outlook

Open-hillside camping looks mixed overall around 600 m (54/100). A lower pitch near 300 m looks more comfortable; conditions are less suitable by 900 m. Open-ground gusts may reach about 40 mph; seek meaningful shelter. Peak gusts range from about 25 mph at 300 m to 40 mph at 900 m. Around 2.1 mm is forecast, with rain liable to affect both pitching and packing up. Pitches near 600 and 900 m may spend part of the night in cloud, bringing damp conditions and poor visibility while cloud is present. The coldest temperature falls from about 8.3°C at 300 m to 5.8°C at 900 m.

Overnight rain2.1 mm Open ground · 600 m21 mph · gusts 33 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 4°C or lower
300 m77/100 · promising
Wind / gust
17 mph / 27 mph
Typical / low
8.8°C / 8.3°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
600 m54/100 · mixed
Wind / gust
21 mph / 33 mph
Typical / low
8.3°C / 7.9°C · much of the night
In cloud
53% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
900 m54/100 · mixed
Wind / gust
25 mph / 39 mph
Typical / low
6.0°C / 5.8°C · much of the night
In cloud
60% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a 3-season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 4°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

Open-hillside reference. A sheltered pitch may be calmer; cols and ridges may be much windier. Tent design and the exact pitch still matter. Read about sleeping-bag comfort ratings, pitching in strong winds or using the wild-camping forecast.

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaGusts near 35 mph increase the seriousness of exposed ground. 0/100Poor · Very poor View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Conditions for exposed scrambling look very poor (0/100). Rain during the useful part of the day is likely to leave rock wet and more slippery. The mapped summit rock is Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks (Foel Fras Volcanic Complex). Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery. Representative samples along available mapped routes also include Basalt, Felsic tuff and 4 other mapped types, so rock character and wet-weather behaviour may change across the mountain. Gusts may reach about 35 mph; crosswinds can make exposed ridges substantially more serious. Cloud may also make route-finding and retreat harder.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust36 mphRain5.0 mm
Main factorsgusts around 35 mphwet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud
Mapped rock across the summit and available routes Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks Foel Fras Volcanic Complex
Origin
Sedimentary and igneous
Rock family
Volcanic rock
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Rock-response profile
Low confidence
View the summit BGS record

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery. Summit-point mapping plus representative BGS bedrock samples along available GPX routes. These are not continuous geological surveys; contacts, superficial deposits and the exposed rock on individual holds may differ.

Mapped variation

7 rock types appear across the available route samples

The summit type remains the forecast's cautious rock-response reference. Other mapped types show where conditions may behave differently elsewhere on the mountain.

Summit mapping Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks Foel Fras Volcanic Complex Around 1,048 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Basalt Foel Grach Basalt Formation 932–1,053 m samples Seen on Peak Carneddau Aber Falls

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Felsic tuff Capel Curig Volcanic Formation Around 680 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Mudstone and siltstone Cwm Eigiau Formation Around 767 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often positive when dry, but smooth, polished or slabby sections can become markedly more slippery when damp.

BGS record
Route sample Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician Around 488 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Sandstone Llewelyn Volcanic Group Around 955 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but wet sandstone can lose strength and may be damaged by climbing. Avoid it while saturated and allow shaded walls, pockets and seepage lines time to dry.

BGS record
Route sample Siltstone Capel Curig Volcanic Formation Around 580 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often positive when dry, but smooth, polished or slabby sections can become markedly more slippery when damp.

BGS record
See sampled routes

Peak Carneddau Aber Falls932–1,053 m samplesBasalt

Peak Carneddau Ogwen488–1,048 m samplesFelsic tuff · Mudstone and siltstone · Rhyolite · Sandstone · Siltstone · Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks

Generic exposed scrambling terrain; mapped summit-point bedrock is included where available, but route grade, exact rock, polish, drainage and escape options remain unresolved. Contains British Geological Survey materials © UKRI 2026. How to use the climbing and scrambling forecast.

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For a day hillwalk, not a complete route-specific checklist. Carry navigation and backup you can use, warm and waterproof layers, suitable footwear, food and water, a headtorch, emergency shelter, first aid and a way to call for help. Snow, ice, technical terrain and overnight trips need additional equipment and skills.

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Confidence: Medium
Overall hill weather60/100Mixed
Wind24 mph westerly Gusts33 mph Feels like-1°C Precipitation0.9 mm Cloud-free summit estimate0% Cloud base through day500–1,300 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 06:38 · Sunset 19:46 · 13.1 hours daylight

Forecast confidence: Cloud height is close to summit level at times, so small local changes could put the top in or out of cloud.

A grey, cloudy day on Carnedd Llewelyn: summit wind broadly 10-30 mph, with gusts 30-40 mph at times (fresh and blowy). Much calmer lower down - generally 5-15 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops. Cloud base around 500–800 m in the morning, lifting to 700–1000 m around midday and 1000–1300 m by late afternoon. The forecast indicates cloud on the top for most or all of daylight, with no dependable break apparent. Cloud height is close to summit level at times, so small local changes could put the top in or out of cloud. Cloud may hang lower on western slopes and lift somewhat on the eastern side, but local terrain can differ. Sunshine is indicated for much of daylight, totalling about 12 hours. Some rain is indicated, with up to around 2 mm forecast; timing and local totals remain uncertain. Cold on top: air temperature broadly 2 to 6°C, feeling around -2 to 2°C in the wind - wrap up. Confidence moderate (forecast models agree on the walking impact of the wind) - walker-height summit wind could reasonably be 19-27 mph, with gusts 27-38 mph. Cloud height remains uncertain, especially where it is close to summit level.

At this mountain

Sunshine and sky

Sunshine for much of daylight. Sunshine is indicated for much of daylight.

Modelled sunshine12.1 h93% of daylight
Early3 h sunshine
Midday4 h sunshine
Later3.1 h sunshine

These are direct modelled sunshine hours during daylight, not the probability of sunshine. Cloud cover and summit cloud are assessed separately in the forecast above. Local hill cloud can still make an individual summit brighter or duller than the surrounding model grid.

Morning · 07:00–13:00Mixed
56/100
Afternoon & evening · 13:00–22:00Mixed
65/100

Separate hill-weather grades help compare an early start with later conditions; the main daytime forecast above still covers the core walking day.

Overnight · 18:00–09:00Wild campingBetaConditions look very good, but forecast uncertainty caps the grade at 82/100. 82/100Good · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Wednesday 9 September 2026

Full overnight outlook

Open-hillside camping looks promising overall around 600 m (82/100). It may be breezy on open ground, with gusts near 20 mph. Peak gusts range from about 15 mph at 300 m to 20 mph at 900 m. Little overnight rain is indicated. Some condensation is possible overnight. The coldest temperature falls from about 8.9°C at 300 m to 6°C at 900 m. Forecast models are not closely enough agreed for an exceptional grade. The grade is capped at 82/100.

Overnight rain0.0 mm Open ground · 600 m12 mph · gusts 19 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 6°C or lower
300 m82/100 · promising
Wind / gust
10 mph / 16 mph
Typical / low
9.4°C / 8.9°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Low
600 m82/100 · promising
Wind / gust
12 mph / 19 mph
Typical / low
9.1°C / 8.6°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Low
900 m82/100 · promising
Wind / gust
14 mph / 22 mph
Typical / low
7.4°C / 6.0°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a 3-season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 6°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

Open-hillside reference. A sheltered pitch may be calmer; cols and ridges may be much windier. Tent design and the exact pitch still matter. Read about sleeping-bag comfort ratings, pitching in strong winds or using the wild-camping forecast.

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaGusts near 30 mph increase the seriousness of exposed ground. 32/100Poor · Poor View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Conditions for exposed scrambling look poor (32/100). Rain during the useful part of the day is likely to leave rock wet and more slippery. The mapped summit rock is Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks (Foel Fras Volcanic Complex). Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery. Representative samples along available mapped routes also include Basalt, Felsic tuff and 4 other mapped types, so rock character and wet-weather behaviour may change across the mountain. Gusts may reach about 30 mph; crosswinds can make exposed ridges substantially more serious. Cloud may also make route-finding and retreat harder.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust30 mphRain0.7 mm
Main factorsgusts around 30 mphwet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud
Mapped rock across the summit and available routes Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks Foel Fras Volcanic Complex
Origin
Sedimentary and igneous
Rock family
Volcanic rock
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Rock-response profile
Low confidence
View the summit BGS record

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery. Summit-point mapping plus representative BGS bedrock samples along available GPX routes. These are not continuous geological surveys; contacts, superficial deposits and the exposed rock on individual holds may differ.

Mapped variation

7 rock types appear across the available route samples

The summit type remains the forecast's cautious rock-response reference. Other mapped types show where conditions may behave differently elsewhere on the mountain.

Summit mapping Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks Foel Fras Volcanic Complex Around 1,048 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Basalt Foel Grach Basalt Formation 932–1,053 m samples Seen on Peak Carneddau Aber Falls

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Felsic tuff Capel Curig Volcanic Formation Around 680 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Mudstone and siltstone Cwm Eigiau Formation Around 767 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often positive when dry, but smooth, polished or slabby sections can become markedly more slippery when damp.

BGS record
Route sample Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician Around 488 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Sandstone Llewelyn Volcanic Group Around 955 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but wet sandstone can lose strength and may be damaged by climbing. Avoid it while saturated and allow shaded walls, pockets and seepage lines time to dry.

BGS record
Route sample Siltstone Capel Curig Volcanic Formation Around 580 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often positive when dry, but smooth, polished or slabby sections can become markedly more slippery when damp.

BGS record
See sampled routes

Peak Carneddau Aber Falls932–1,053 m samplesBasalt

Peak Carneddau Ogwen488–1,048 m samplesFelsic tuff · Mudstone and siltstone · Rhyolite · Sandstone · Siltstone · Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks

Generic exposed scrambling terrain; mapped summit-point bedrock is included where available, but route grade, exact rock, polish, drainage and escape options remain unresolved. Contains British Geological Survey materials © UKRI 2026. How to use the climbing and scrambling forecast.

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Confidence: Medium
Overall hill weather76/100Good
Wind21 mph southwesterly Gusts29 mph Feels like1°C Precipitation0.1 mm Cloud-free summit estimate30% Cloud base through day900–2,200 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 06:40 · Sunset 19:44 · 13.1 hours daylight

Forecast confidence: Forecast models differ on whether meaningful rain reaches the hills during the afternoon and evening.

Cloud-free timing: Around 50% early, falling to around 10% later.

A mixed day on Carnedd Llewelyn: summit wind broadly 10-25 mph, with gusts 25-35 mph at times (fresh and blowy). Cloud base around 1200–1500 m in the morning, then around 1900–2200 m around midday and 900–1200 m by late afternoon. The top is likely to drift in and out of cloud, with the best chance of a view from early morning into around midday. Cloud height is close to summit level at times, so small local changes could put the top in or out of cloud. Cloud may hang lower on southwestern slopes and lift somewhat on the northeastern side, but local terrain can differ. about 4 hours of sunshine is indicated, but amounts vary between the morning, midday and later periods. Little or no rain is indicated. Cold on top: air temperature broadly 4 to 8°C, feeling around 0 to 4°C in the wind - wrap up. Confidence moderate (Summit wind could be roughly 15-32 mph, which changes how difficult exposed walking may feel) - walker-height summit wind could reasonably be 15-32 mph, with gusts 21-45 mph. Cloud height remains uncertain, especially where it is close to summit level.

At this mountain

Sunshine and sky

Sunshine varies by period. Sunshine amounts vary between the morning, midday and later periods.

Modelled sunshine3.7 h29% of daylight
Early0 h sunshine
Midday2.8 h sunshine
Later0 h sunshine

These are direct modelled sunshine hours during daylight, not the probability of sunshine. Cloud cover and summit cloud are assessed separately in the forecast above. Local hill cloud can still make an individual summit brighter or duller than the surrounding model grid.

Morning · 07:00–13:00Excellent
95/100
Afternoon & evening · 13:00–22:00Mixed
56/100

Separate hill-weather grades help compare an early start with later conditions; the main daytime forecast above still covers the core walking day.

Overnight · 18:00–09:00Wild campingBetaGusts near 30 mph make meaningful shelter important. 54/100Mixed · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Thursday 10 September 2026

Full overnight outlook

Open-hillside camping looks mixed overall around 600 m (54/100). Open-ground gusts may reach about 30 mph; seek meaningful shelter. Peak gusts range from about 20 mph at 300 m to 30 mph at 900 m. Wind direction may change substantially during the night; shelter that works at dusk may be less effective later. Around 3.2 mm is forecast, with rain liable to affect both pitching and packing up. Pitches near 600 and 900 m may spend part of the night in cloud, bringing damp conditions and poor visibility while cloud is present. Condensation risk is high near 300, 600 and 900 m; ventilation will matter. The coldest temperature falls from about 11.6°C at 300 m to 8.8°C at 900 m.

Overnight rain3.2 mm Open ground · 600 m18 mph · gusts 26 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 8°C or lower
300 m64/100 · reasonable
Wind / gust
15 mph / 21 mph
Typical / low
12.6°C / 11.6°C
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
600 m54/100 · mixed
Wind / gust
18 mph / 26 mph
Typical / low
12.4°C / 11.1°C
In cloud
93% of modelled night
Condensation
High
900 m54/100 · mixed
Wind / gust
21 mph / 30 mph
Typical / low
11.4°C / 8.8°C · a brief spell
In cloud
100% of modelled night
Condensation
High

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a 2-season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 8°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

Open-hillside reference. A sheltered pitch may be calmer; cols and ridges may be much windier. Tent design and the exact pitch still matter. Read about sleeping-bag comfort ratings, pitching in strong winds or using the wild-camping forecast.

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaRock may be damp or still drying after recent rain. 47/100Poor · Mixed View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Conditions for exposed scrambling look mixed (47/100). Some rock may still be damp or drying; polished slabs and vegetated sections could be notably worse. The mapped summit rock is Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks (Foel Fras Volcanic Complex). Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery. Representative samples along available mapped routes also include Basalt, Felsic tuff and 4 other mapped types, so rock character and wet-weather behaviour may change across the mountain. Cloud may also make route-finding and retreat harder.

Rock surfaceDamp or dryingPeak gust27 mphRainPossible · 55%
Main factorsdamp or incompletely dried rock possiblemuch of the route may be in cloud
Mapped rock across the summit and available routes Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks Foel Fras Volcanic Complex
Origin
Sedimentary and igneous
Rock family
Volcanic rock
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Rock-response profile
Low confidence
View the summit BGS record

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery. Summit-point mapping plus representative BGS bedrock samples along available GPX routes. These are not continuous geological surveys; contacts, superficial deposits and the exposed rock on individual holds may differ.

Mapped variation

7 rock types appear across the available route samples

The summit type remains the forecast's cautious rock-response reference. Other mapped types show where conditions may behave differently elsewhere on the mountain.

Summit mapping Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks Foel Fras Volcanic Complex Around 1,048 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Basalt Foel Grach Basalt Formation 932–1,053 m samples Seen on Peak Carneddau Aber Falls

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Felsic tuff Capel Curig Volcanic Formation Around 680 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Mudstone and siltstone Cwm Eigiau Formation Around 767 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often positive when dry, but smooth, polished or slabby sections can become markedly more slippery when damp.

BGS record
Route sample Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician Around 488 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Sandstone Llewelyn Volcanic Group Around 955 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but wet sandstone can lose strength and may be damaged by climbing. Avoid it while saturated and allow shaded walls, pockets and seepage lines time to dry.

BGS record
Route sample Siltstone Capel Curig Volcanic Formation Around 580 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often positive when dry, but smooth, polished or slabby sections can become markedly more slippery when damp.

BGS record
See sampled routes

Peak Carneddau Aber Falls932–1,053 m samplesBasalt

Peak Carneddau Ogwen488–1,048 m samplesFelsic tuff · Mudstone and siltstone · Rhyolite · Sandstone · Siltstone · Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks

Generic exposed scrambling terrain; mapped summit-point bedrock is included where available, but route grade, exact rock, polish, drainage and escape options remain unresolved. Contains British Geological Survey materials © UKRI 2026. How to use the climbing and scrambling forecast.

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Confidence: Unavailable
Overall hill weather65/100Mixed
Wind20 mph westerly Gusts29 mph Feels like4°C Precipitation3.0 mm Cloud-free summit estimate30% Cloud base through day500–1,500 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 06:42 · Sunset 19:42 · 13.0 hours daylight

Forecast confidence: Overall confidence is unavailable: insufficient comparable wind, rain guidance.

Cloud-free timing: Around 20% early, improving to around 60% later.

A grey, cloudy day on Carnedd Llewelyn: summit wind broadly 10-25 mph, with gusts 25-35 mph at times (fresh and blowy). Cloud base around 500–800 m through the morning, lifting to 1200–1500 m by late afternoon. The top is likely to drift in and out of cloud, with the best chance of a view from late afternoon into the evening. Cloud height is close to summit level at times, so small local changes could put the top in or out of cloud. Cloud may hang lower on western slopes and lift somewhat on the eastern side, but local terrain can differ. Sunshine is indicated for much of daylight, totalling about 12 hours. Some rain is indicated, with around 2-5 mm forecast; timing and local totals remain uncertain.

At this mountain

Sunshine and sky

Sunshine for much of daylight. Sunshine is indicated for much of daylight.

Modelled sunshine12.2 h94% of daylight
Early3 h sunshine
Midday4 h sunshine
Later3.2 h sunshine

These are direct modelled sunshine hours during daylight, not the probability of sunshine. Cloud cover and summit cloud are assessed separately in the forecast above. Local hill cloud can still make an individual summit brighter or duller than the surrounding model grid.

Morning · 07:00–13:00Mixed
54/100
Afternoon & evening · 13:00–22:00Good
76/100

Separate hill-weather grades help compare an early start with later conditions; the main daytime forecast above still covers the core walking day.

Overnight · 18:00–09:00Wild campingBetaHigh condensation risk is indicated near 900 m. 88/100Excellent · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Friday 11 September 2026

Full overnight outlook

Open-hillside camping looks very good overall around 600 m (88/100). A lower pitch near 300 m looks more comfortable; conditions are less suitable by 900 m. It may be breezy on open ground, with gusts near 20 mph. Peak gusts range from about 15 mph at 300 m to 20 mph at 900 m. Little overnight rain is indicated. Pitches near 900 m may spend part of the night in cloud, bringing damp conditions and poor visibility while cloud is present. Condensation risk is high near 900 m; ventilation will matter. The coldest temperature falls from about 6.8°C at 300 m to 5.2°C at 900 m.

Overnight rain0.1 mm Open ground · 600 m9 mph · gusts 18 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 4°C or lower
300 m90/100 · very good
Wind / gust
8 mph / 15 mph
Typical / low
12.0°C / 6.8°C · several hours
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
600 m88/100 · very good
Wind / gust
9 mph / 18 mph
Typical / low
11.9°C / 6.8°C · several hours
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
900 m64/100 · reasonable
Wind / gust
11 mph / 22 mph
Typical / low
8.4°C / 5.2°C · much of the night
In cloud
40% of modelled night
Condensation
High

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a 3-season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 4°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

Open-hillside reference. A sheltered pitch may be calmer; cols and ridges may be much windier. Tent design and the exact pitch still matter. Read about sleeping-bag comfort ratings, pitching in strong winds or using the wild-camping forecast.

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaWet rock is likely during the useful part of the day. 45/100Poor · Mixed View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Conditions for exposed scrambling look mixed (45/100). Rain during the useful part of the day is likely to leave rock wet and more slippery. The mapped summit rock is Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks (Foel Fras Volcanic Complex). Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery. Representative samples along available mapped routes also include Basalt, Felsic tuff and 4 other mapped types, so rock character and wet-weather behaviour may change across the mountain. Cloud may also make route-finding and retreat harder.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust28 mphRain2.6 mm
Main factorswet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud
Mapped rock across the summit and available routes Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks Foel Fras Volcanic Complex
Origin
Sedimentary and igneous
Rock family
Volcanic rock
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Rock-response profile
Low confidence
View the summit BGS record

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery. Summit-point mapping plus representative BGS bedrock samples along available GPX routes. These are not continuous geological surveys; contacts, superficial deposits and the exposed rock on individual holds may differ.

Mapped variation

7 rock types appear across the available route samples

The summit type remains the forecast's cautious rock-response reference. Other mapped types show where conditions may behave differently elsewhere on the mountain.

Summit mapping Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks Foel Fras Volcanic Complex Around 1,048 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Basalt Foel Grach Basalt Formation 932–1,053 m samples Seen on Peak Carneddau Aber Falls

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Felsic tuff Capel Curig Volcanic Formation Around 680 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Mudstone and siltstone Cwm Eigiau Formation Around 767 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often positive when dry, but smooth, polished or slabby sections can become markedly more slippery when damp.

BGS record
Route sample Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician Around 488 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but volcanic rocks vary widely; wet lichen, smooth holds and local seepage can still make them slippery.

BGS record
Route sample Sandstone Llewelyn Volcanic Group Around 955 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often grippy when dry, but wet sandstone can lose strength and may be damaged by climbing. Avoid it while saturated and allow shaded walls, pockets and seepage lines time to dry.

BGS record
Route sample Siltstone Capel Curig Volcanic Formation Around 580 m Seen on Peak Carneddau Ogwen

Often positive when dry, but smooth, polished or slabby sections can become markedly more slippery when damp.

BGS record
See sampled routes

Peak Carneddau Aber Falls932–1,053 m samplesBasalt

Peak Carneddau Ogwen488–1,048 m samplesFelsic tuff · Mudstone and siltstone · Rhyolite · Sandstone · Siltstone · Volcaniclastic rocks (both pyroclastic and reworked volcanic rocks

Generic exposed scrambling terrain; mapped summit-point bedrock is included where available, but route grade, exact rock, polish, drainage and escape options remain unresolved. Contains British Geological Survey materials © UKRI 2026. How to use the climbing and scrambling forecast.

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A broad surface report is enough; you do not need to identify a particular route.

Recommended kit for this dayWeather-aware packing prompts, plus your core hillwalking kitView kit

For a day hillwalk, not a complete route-specific checklist. Carry navigation and backup you can use, warm and waterproof layers, suitable footwear, food and water, a headtorch, emergency shelter, first aid and a way to call for help. Snow, ice, technical terrain and overnight trips need additional equipment and skills.

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Weather data: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0). Adapted by Mountain Weather.

Forecast run: 2026-09-06

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