Crib Goch Weather Forecast – 923m, Eryri (Snowdonia)

Monday 19 October 2026Confidence: Medium

Overall hill weather56Mixed

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0010-30 mph southeasterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0030-40 mph Feels like-4 to 0°C PrecipitationLittle or none Cloud-free summit estimate55% Cloud base through day600-1,700 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:49 · Sunset 18:12 · 10.4 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A mixed day on Crib Goch: dry and breezy.

Wind

On the summit expect a south-easterly wind of 10–30 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 30–40 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside it will be more like 5–15 mph. Gusts like that will be noticeable on ridges and open tops, and you will chill quickly when you stop.

Cloud and visibility

Cloud on the tops early should lift off them by early afternoon. The cloud base could be as low as 600–900 m around midday. The air should be clear, so expect far-reaching views whenever the tops come out of the cloud.

Rain and ground

It should stay dry.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around 2 to 6°C, feeling like -4 to 0°C in the wind. The freezing level is above the summits. Take a hat, gloves, a windproof and a spare warm layer.

Daylight

Sunset is around 6:10pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

Cloud height is hard to pin down, so the summit could be in or out of cloud at short notice. Things could still change through the day, so keep an eye on the sky.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 2.1 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.

Early: 0 h
Midday: 1.1 h
Later: 0 h

Overnight forecast: 17:00–08:00 (UK local time), in Wild camping below.

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Poor Summit winds around 20-30 mph. Gusts around 30-40 mph are possible on exposed ground.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Good Summit winds around 10-25 mph. Gusts around 25-35 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later.

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA good night for a wild camp: gusts of about 30 mph. 85Excellent · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Monday 19 October 2026

Full overnight outlook

A good night for a wild camp. Gusts reach about 30 mph on open ground, so peg out well and use the guylines. Look for shelter from the southeast. It should stay dry. Overnight lows of about 4°C at 900 m. A 3-season bag rated to about 2°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.

Overnight rain0.0 mm Open ground · 600 m13 mph · gusts 25 mph Morning pack-upNo wet signal Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 2°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing gibbous moon

Illuminated disc: 63%
Moonrise: Outside this window
Moonset: 00:28 next morning BST

Clear spells may allow a view of the Moon. Illumination describes the sunlit part of the Moon, not brightness at your pitch.

Overnight window: 19 Oct, 17:00 BST to 20 Oct, 08:00 BST. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m87 · promising

Wind / gust: 11 mph / 20 mph
Typical / low: 6.3°C / 6.0°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Low

600 m85 · promising

Wind / gust: 13 mph / 25 mph
Typical / low: 6.2°C / 5.9°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Low

900 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 15 mph / 29 mph
Typical / low: 4.2°C / 3.7°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% 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 2°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 & scramblingBetaMixed conditions for exposed scrambling: gusts of 30–40 mph. Poor47 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Mixed conditions for exposed scrambling. It should stay mostly dry, but a passing shower could leave the rock damp and slippery. Gusts of 30–40 mph could throw you off balance on exposed moves and ridges. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly rhyolite, a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose. On the usual routes up you may also cross volcanic tuff, which is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. On the usual routes up you may also cross basalt, which grips well when dry and can be very slippery when wet. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceDry initially; rain possiblePeak gust30-40 mphRainPossible · 30%

Main factorsgusts of 30–40 mphrain possible despite mostly dry conditions being favouredmuch of the route may be in cloud

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician

Origin: Igneous
Broad rock-response group: Volcanic rock
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Volcanic rock in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: Low confidence

View the summit BGS record

Rhyolite is a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose. These are general notes for each rock type, from geological map samples at and around the summit. The rock on your line can differ, and lichen, vegetation and seepage all change how it feels underfoot.

Rock groups along the sampled routes

These are mapped rock groups, not separate weather forecasts or a ranking of route safety.

Snowdon Horseshoe

volcanic rock

Snowdon Miners Track

volcanic rock

Snowdon Pyg Track

volcanic rock

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

4 rock types appear in the mapped samples

Samples around the summit inform the main rock-response profile, with the summit pin shown separately where it differs. Route samples add further context, but this is not a continuous geological survey.

Summit-area sample Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician 460–955 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Rhyolite is a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose.

BGS record

Summit-area sample Pyroclastic rock Bedded Pyroclastic Formation 449–1,040 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly.

BGS record

Route sample Basalt Bedded Pyroclastic Formation 870–964 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Basalt is a dark volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and can be very slippery when wet. It is often blocky and shattered, with loose rubble on ledges.

BGS record

Route sample Felsic tuff Lower Rhyolitic Tuff Formation 365–447 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly.

BGS record

Generic exposed scrambling terrain; BGS summit-area bedrock samples are 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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Tuesday 20 October 2026Confidence: Medium

Overall hill weather76Good

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0010-20 mph southerly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0015-25 mph Feels like-2 to 2°C PrecipitationUp to around 2 mm Cloud-free summit estimate90% Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:50 · Sunset 18:10 · 10.3 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A good day on Crib Goch: light winds and clear tops for most of the day.

Wind

On the summit expect light winds of up to 15 mph, mainly southerly, with gusts of 15–25 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside the wind will be light, under 10 mph.

Cloud and visibility

The tops should stay clear of cloud all day. The air should be clear too, so expect far-reaching views from the tops.

Rain and ground

Drizzle at first, clearing by midday. Some forecast models keep it drier in the morning.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around 2 to 6°C, feeling like -2 to 2°C in the wind. The freezing level is above the summits. Take a warm layer and a hat for the top. Pack waterproofs too, and keep a warm layer dry in your pack.

Daylight

Sunset is around 6:10pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

Some of the detail could still change, so have a last look at the forecast in the morning before you set off.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates Less than 1 hour of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.

Early: 0 h
Midday: 0 h
Later: 0 h

Overnight forecast: 17:00–08:00 (UK local time), in Wild camping below.

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Good Summit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 15-25 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period. Rain is possible during the morning, but forecast models disagree on whether it will fall.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Good Rain eases compared with the morning. Summit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 15-25 mph are possible on exposed ground. Some forecast models bring rain during the afternoon, while others keep it mostly dry.

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA mixed night to camp, mainly because of the rain: around 11 mm of rain. 49Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Tuesday 20 October 2026

Full overnight outlook

A mixed night to camp, mainly because of the rain. Light winds on open ground, gusting no more than about 20 mph. Dry to pitch, then a wet night, around 11 mm of rain overnight and into the morning, so expect to pack a wet tent. Up around 900 m you'd likely be in cloud for part of the night: damp, and hard to find your way if you need to move. Overnight lows of about 4°C at 900 m. A 3-season bag rated to about 4°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.

Overnight rain10.8 mm Open ground · 600 m11 mph · gusts 18 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 4°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing gibbous moon

Illuminated disc: 72%
Moonrise: Outside this window
Moonset: 01:45 next morning BST

Clear spells may allow a view of the Moon. Illumination describes the sunlit part of the Moon, not brightness at your pitch.

Overnight window: 20 Oct, 17:00 BST to 21 Oct, 08:00 BST. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m49 · mixed

Wind / gust: 9 mph / 15 mph
Typical / low: 8.1°C / 7.4°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Moderate

600 m49 · mixed

Wind / gust: 11 mph / 18 mph
Typical / low: 7.3°C / 6.4°C · much of the night
In cloud: 13% of modelled night
Condensation: High

900 m49 · mixed

Wind / gust: 12 mph / 21 mph
Typical / low: 5.8°C / 4.5°C · a brief spell
In cloud: 33% 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 & scramblingBetaPoor conditions for exposed scrambling: wet, slippery rock. Poor28 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock is likely to be wet and slippery through the day. The rock around the summit is mostly rhyolite, a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose. On the usual routes up you may also cross volcanic tuff, which is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. On the usual routes up you may also cross basalt, which grips well when dry and can be very slippery when wet. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust15-25 mphRain1.6 mm

Main concernwet rock likely

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician

Origin: Igneous
Broad rock-response group: Volcanic rock
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Volcanic rock in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: Low confidence

View the summit BGS record

Rhyolite is a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose. These are general notes for each rock type, from geological map samples at and around the summit. The rock on your line can differ, and lichen, vegetation and seepage all change how it feels underfoot.

Rock groups along the sampled routes

These are mapped rock groups, not separate weather forecasts or a ranking of route safety.

Snowdon Horseshoe

volcanic rock

Snowdon Miners Track

volcanic rock

Snowdon Pyg Track

volcanic rock

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

4 rock types appear in the mapped samples

Samples around the summit inform the main rock-response profile, with the summit pin shown separately where it differs. Route samples add further context, but this is not a continuous geological survey.

Summit-area sample Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician 460–955 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Rhyolite is a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose.

BGS record

Summit-area sample Pyroclastic rock Bedded Pyroclastic Formation 449–1,040 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly.

BGS record

Route sample Basalt Bedded Pyroclastic Formation 870–964 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Basalt is a dark volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and can be very slippery when wet. It is often blocky and shattered, with loose rubble on ledges.

BGS record

Route sample Felsic tuff Lower Rhyolitic Tuff Formation 365–447 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly.

BGS record

Generic exposed scrambling terrain; BGS summit-area bedrock samples are 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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Wednesday 21 October 2026Confidence: Medium

Overall hill weather15Poor

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0010-35 mph northwesterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0040-50 mph Feels like-10 to -6°C PrecipitationAround 10-20 mm Cloud-free summit estimate55% Cloud base through day400-900 m Freezing level900-1,200 m DaylightSunrise 07:52 · Sunset 18:08 · 10.2 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A poor day on the tops of Crib Goch, with burns likely to be in spate and sleet or snow up high.

Things to watch

Burns and rivers are likely to be in spate from the morning into the afternoon, so unbridged crossings could be difficult or impossible. Timings are rough. Turn back if a crossing looks unsafe.

Wind

On the summit expect a north-westerly wind of 10–35 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 40–50 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside it will be more like 10–20 mph. Gusts like that are strong enough to make walking into it hard work, with buffeting on ridges and edges. If the windier forecast models are right, summit gusts could reach 55–65 mph.

Cloud and visibility

Cloud on the tops early should lift off them by early afternoon. The cloud base could be as low as 400–700 m early in the morning. Visibility may drop briefly in showers. Mist or fog is possible in the valleys early on, clearing by about 7am.

Rain and ground

Sleet is possible on the tops, and it could turn to snow if it is a little colder. Heavy rain at first, clearing by mid-afternoon. Expect 10–20 mm in total, measured as melted water, so any snow would lie deeper. Totals are uncertain and could be higher.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around -2 to 2°C, feeling like -10 to -6°C in the wind. The freezing level is close to summit height. Take a hat, gloves, a windproof and a spare warm layer. Pack waterproofs too, and keep a warm layer dry in your pack.

Daylight

Sunset is around 6:10pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

It's still two days off and could change, so check again nearer the time.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates Less than 1 hour of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.

Early: 0 h
Midday: 0 h
Later: Less than 1 hour

Overnight forecast: 17:00–08:00 (UK local time), in Wild camping below.

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Poor Summit winds around 10-20 mph early in the morning, strengthening to 25-35 mph later. Gusts around 40-50 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can make walking into it hard work, with buffeting on ridges and edges. Rain is forecast during this period. Rain is forecast during the morning, but models differ considerably on the amount.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Poor Summit winds around 25-35 mph. Gusts around 35-45 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can make walking into it hard work, with buffeting on ridges and edges. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later. Rain is forecast during this period. Rain is forecast during the afternoon, but models differ considerably on the amount.

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA mixed night to camp, mainly because of the wind: gusts of about 35 mph. 59Mixed · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Wednesday 21 October 2026

Full overnight outlook

A mixed night to camp, mainly because of the wind. Gusts reach about 35 mph around 900 m and nearer 25 mph around 300 m, so peg out well and use the guylines. Look for shelter from the west. Dry to pitch, then a little rain by morning, so you'll likely pack up in the wet. A cold night, down to about 2°C around 900 m. A 3-season bag rated to about 2°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.

Overnight rain0.7 mm Open ground · 600 m12 mph · gusts 29 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 2°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing gibbous moon

Illuminated disc: 80%
Moonrise: Outside this window
Moonset: 03:03 next morning BST

Views of the Moon may come and go through cloud breaks. Illumination describes the sunlit part of the Moon, not brightness at your pitch.

Overnight window: 21 Oct, 17:00 BST to 22 Oct, 08:00 BST. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m79 · promising

Wind / gust: 10 mph / 24 mph
Typical / low: 5.4°C / 4.7°C · a brief spell
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Low

600 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 12 mph / 29 mph
Typical / low: 4.6°C / 3.9°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Low

900 m39 · poor

Wind / gust: 14 mph / 34 mph
Typical / low: 2.4°C / 1.9°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% 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 2°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 & scramblingBetaVery poor conditions for exposed scrambling: gusts of 40–50 mph. Poor0 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Very poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock is likely to be wet and slippery through the day. Gusts of 40–50 mph could throw you off balance on exposed moves and ridges. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly rhyolite, a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose. On the usual routes up you may also cross volcanic tuff, which is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. On the usual routes up you may also cross basalt, which grips well when dry and can be very slippery when wet. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust40-50 mphRain15.6 mm

Main factorsgusts of 40–50 mphwet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician

Origin: Igneous
Broad rock-response group: Volcanic rock
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Volcanic rock in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: Low confidence

View the summit BGS record

Rhyolite is a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose. These are general notes for each rock type, from geological map samples at and around the summit. The rock on your line can differ, and lichen, vegetation and seepage all change how it feels underfoot.

Rock groups along the sampled routes

These are mapped rock groups, not separate weather forecasts or a ranking of route safety.

Snowdon Horseshoe

volcanic rock

Snowdon Miners Track

volcanic rock

Snowdon Pyg Track

volcanic rock

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

4 rock types appear in the mapped samples

Samples around the summit inform the main rock-response profile, with the summit pin shown separately where it differs. Route samples add further context, but this is not a continuous geological survey.

Summit-area sample Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician 460–955 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Rhyolite is a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose.

BGS record

Summit-area sample Pyroclastic rock Bedded Pyroclastic Formation 449–1,040 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly.

BGS record

Route sample Basalt Bedded Pyroclastic Formation 870–964 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Basalt is a dark volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and can be very slippery when wet. It is often blocky and shattered, with loose rubble on ledges.

BGS record

Route sample Felsic tuff Lower Rhyolitic Tuff Formation 365–447 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly.

BGS record

Generic exposed scrambling terrain; BGS summit-area bedrock samples are 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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Thursday 22 October 2026Confidence: Medium

Overall hill weather69Mixed

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0010-20 mph westerly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0015-25 mph Feels like-6 to -2°C PrecipitationUp to around 2 mm Cloud-free summit estimate75% Cloud base through day400-1,600 m Freezing level800-1,100 m DaylightSunrise 07:54 · Sunset 18:05 · 10.2 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A mixed day on Crib Goch, with sleet or snow up high.

Wind

On the summit expect a westerly wind of 10–20 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 15–25 mph at the windiest.

Cloud and visibility

Cloud on the tops early should lift off them by mid-morning. The cloud base could be as low as 400–700 m early in the morning. Mist or fog is possible in the valleys early on, clearing by about 10am. Good spells of sunshine are likely. The air should be clear, so expect far-reaching views as long as the tops stay clear.

Rain and ground

Sleet is possible on the tops, and it could turn to snow if it is a little colder. Drizzle at first, clearing by mid-morning. Expect up to 2 mm in total, measured as melted water, so any snow would lie deeper. Totals are uncertain and could be higher. The ground is very wet after recent rain, so expect boggy paths.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around 0 to 4°C, feeling like -6 to -2°C in the wind. The freezing level is close to summit height. Take a hat, gloves, a windproof and a spare warm layer. Pack waterproofs too, and keep a warm layer dry in your pack.

Daylight

Sunset is around 6:05pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

It's still three days off and could change, so check again nearer the time.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 10 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.

Early: 2 h
Midday: 4 h
Later: 2 h

Overnight forecast: 17:00–08:00 (UK local time), in Wild camping below.

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Mixed Summit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 15-25 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later. Rain is forecast during this period. Rain is possible during the morning, but forecast models disagree on whether it will fall.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Good Summit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 15-25 mph are possible on exposed ground.

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaToo windy for an exposed pitch above about 600 m (gusts of about 45 mph and around 18 mm of rain). Lower down, a poor night to camp on open ground. 19Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Thursday 22 October 2026

Full overnight outlook

Too windy for an exposed pitch above about 600 m. Lower down, a poor night to camp on open ground. Gusts reach about 45 mph around 900 m and nearer 35 mph around 300 m, enough to damage a tent on open ground. Pitch low down and in real shelter, or leave it for another night. The wind swings from southwesterly to northeasterly overnight, so a pitch sheltered at dusk may not be by morning. Dry to pitch, then a wet night, around 18 mm of rain overnight and into the morning, so expect to pack a wet tent. Up around 900 m you'd likely be in cloud for part of the night: damp, and hard to find your way if you need to move. A cold night, down to about 1°C around 900 m. A warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag rated to about 0°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold. The ground will be sodden after recent rain, so pick a firm, well-drained pitch.

Overnight rain17.8 mm Open ground · 600 m20 mph · gusts 40 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 0°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing gibbous moon

Illuminated disc: 88%
Moonrise: Outside this window
Moonset: 04:22 next morning BST

Extensive cloud may limit moonlight. Illumination describes the sunlit part of the Moon, not brightness at your pitch.

Overnight window: 22 Oct, 17:00 BST to 23 Oct, 08:00 BST. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m39 · poor

Wind / gust: 16 mph / 33 mph
Typical / low: 6.3°C / 4.1°C · several hours
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Moderate

600 m19 · very poor

Wind / gust: 20 mph / 40 mph
Typical / low: 4.9°C / 2.7°C · several hours
In cloud: 20% of modelled night
Condensation: Moderate

900 m9 · very poor

Wind / gust: 23 mph / 47 mph
Typical / low: 3.1°C / 0.7°C · much of the night
In cloud: 40% of modelled night
Condensation: High

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 0°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.

The ground is likely to be very wet after recent rain. Expect boggy approaches and choose a durable pitch carefully.

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 & scramblingBetaPoor conditions for exposed scrambling: wet, slippery rock. Poor20 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock is likely to be wet and slippery through the day. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly rhyolite, a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose. On the usual routes up you may also cross volcanic tuff, which is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. On the usual routes up you may also cross basalt, which grips well when dry and can be very slippery when wet. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust15-25 mphRain0.2 mm

Main concernwet rock likely

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician

Origin: Igneous
Broad rock-response group: Volcanic rock
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Volcanic rock in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: Low confidence

View the summit BGS record

Rhyolite is a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose. These are general notes for each rock type, from geological map samples at and around the summit. The rock on your line can differ, and lichen, vegetation and seepage all change how it feels underfoot.

Rock groups along the sampled routes

These are mapped rock groups, not separate weather forecasts or a ranking of route safety.

Snowdon Horseshoe

volcanic rock

Snowdon Miners Track

volcanic rock

Snowdon Pyg Track

volcanic rock

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

4 rock types appear in the mapped samples

Samples around the summit inform the main rock-response profile, with the summit pin shown separately where it differs. Route samples add further context, but this is not a continuous geological survey.

Summit-area sample Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician 460–955 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Rhyolite is a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose.

BGS record

Summit-area sample Pyroclastic rock Bedded Pyroclastic Formation 449–1,040 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly.

BGS record

Route sample Basalt Bedded Pyroclastic Formation 870–964 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Basalt is a dark volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and can be very slippery when wet. It is often blocky and shattered, with loose rubble on ledges.

BGS record

Route sample Felsic tuff Lower Rhyolitic Tuff Formation 365–447 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly.

BGS record

Generic exposed scrambling terrain; BGS summit-area bedrock samples are 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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Friday 23 October 2026Confidence: Medium

Overall hill weather-24Severe hill conditions

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0030-40 mph northerly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0045-55 mph Feels like-8 to -4°C PrecipitationAround 10-20 mm Cloud-free summit estimate75% Cloud base through day900-1,800 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:56 · Sunset 18:03 · 10.1 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A wild day on the tops of Crib Goch, with a real risk of thunderstorms and very strong, gusty winds. Not a day for the summit.

Things to watch

There is a real risk of thunderstorms from early morning into around midday. Keep off exposed summits and ridges while storms are around. Storms can bring sudden strong gusts and heavy rain. Storm timing could easily shift by a few hours. Burns and rivers are likely to be in spate through much of the day and into the night, so unbridged crossings could be difficult or impossible. Timings are rough. Turn back if a crossing looks unsafe.

Wind

On the summit expect a northerly wind of 30–40 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 45–55 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside it will be more like 10–20 mph. Gusts like that are strong enough to make walking very difficult and tiring, with a risk of being blown off your feet. Avoid exposed ridges and edges. If the windier forecast models are right, summit gusts could reach 60–70 mph.

Cloud and visibility

The tops should stay mostly clear of cloud. The cloud base could be as low as 700–1000 m early in the morning. A few forecast models bring it lower still, to around 400–700 m. Visibility may drop briefly in showers. It will look largely cloudy overhead, but that cloud should mostly stay above the tops.

Rain and ground

Heavy rain early on, turning lighter by mid-morning. Expect 10–20 mm in total. Totals are uncertain and could be higher. It will be wet underfoot after recent rain.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around 0 to 4°C, feeling like -8 to -4°C in the wind. The freezing level is close to summit height. Take a hat, gloves, a windproof and a spare warm layer. Pack waterproofs too, and keep a warm layer dry in your pack.

Daylight

Sunset is around 6:05pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

It's still four days off and could change, so check again nearer the time.

Below zero means severe hill conditions. More negative scores indicate more severe forecast weather. Read the hazard details before making plans. Below zero means severe hill conditions. More negative scores indicate more severe forecast weather. Read the hazard details before making plans.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 0 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.

Early: 0 h
Midday: 0 h
Later: 0 h

Overnight forecast: 17:00–08:00 (UK local time), in Wild camping below.

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Severe hill conditions Summit winds around 30-40 mph. Gusts around 45-55 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can knock you off balance, so take care near edges and on narrow ridges. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later. Rain is forecast during this period. Rain is forecast during the morning, but models differ considerably on the amount.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Severe hill conditions Summit winds around 30-40 mph. Gusts around 45-55 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can make walking very difficult and tiring, with a risk of being blown off your feet. Avoid exposed ridges and edges. Rain is forecast during this period.

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaToo windy for an exposed pitch above about 600 m (gusts of about 45 mph). Lower down, a poor night to camp on open ground. 19Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Friday 23 October 2026

Full overnight outlook

Too windy for an exposed pitch above about 600 m. Lower down, a poor night to camp on open ground. Gusts reach about 45 mph around 900 m and nearer 35 mph around 300 m, enough to damage a tent on open ground. Pitch low down and in real shelter, or leave it for another night. The wind swings from northwesterly to southwesterly overnight, so a pitch sheltered at dusk may not be by morning. Expect some light rain, with rain while you pitch and still falling when you pack up. A cold night, down to about 2°C around 900 m. A 3-season bag rated to about 2°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.

Overnight rain2.2 mm Open ground · 600 m21 mph · gusts 40 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 2°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing gibbous moon

Illuminated disc: 94%
Moonrise: Outside this window
Moonset: 05:44 next morning BST

Extensive cloud may limit moonlight. Illumination describes the sunlit part of the Moon, not brightness at your pitch.

Overnight window: 23 Oct, 17:00 BST to 24 Oct, 08:00 BST. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m39 · poor

Wind / gust: 18 mph / 33 mph
Typical / low: 5.0°C / 4.5°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Low

600 m19 · very poor

Wind / gust: 21 mph / 40 mph
Typical / low: 4.3°C / 4.0°C · much of the night
In cloud: 13% of modelled night
Condensation: Low

900 m9 · very poor

Wind / gust: 25 mph / 47 mph
Typical / low: 2.0°C / 1.6°C · much of the night
In cloud: 13% 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 2°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 & scramblingBetaVery poor conditions for exposed scrambling: wet, slippery rock. Poor0 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Very poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock is likely to be wet and slippery through the day. Gusts of 45–55 mph are strong enough to make walking very difficult and tiring, with a risk of being blown off your feet. Avoid exposed ridges and edges. There is a real risk of thunderstorms from early morning into around midday. Keep off exposed rock and ridges while storms are around. The rock around the summit is mostly rhyolite, a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose. On the usual routes up you may also cross volcanic tuff, which is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. On the usual routes up you may also cross basalt, which grips well when dry and can be very slippery when wet. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust45-55 mphRain14.0 mm

Main factorshigh thunderstorm risk on exposed groundgusts of 45–55 mphwet rock likely

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician

Origin: Igneous
Broad rock-response group: Volcanic rock
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Volcanic rock in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: Low confidence

View the summit BGS record

Rhyolite is a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose. These are general notes for each rock type, from geological map samples at and around the summit. The rock on your line can differ, and lichen, vegetation and seepage all change how it feels underfoot.

Rock groups along the sampled routes

These are mapped rock groups, not separate weather forecasts or a ranking of route safety.

Snowdon Horseshoe

volcanic rock

Snowdon Miners Track

volcanic rock

Snowdon Pyg Track

volcanic rock

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

4 rock types appear in the mapped samples

Samples around the summit inform the main rock-response profile, with the summit pin shown separately where it differs. Route samples add further context, but this is not a continuous geological survey.

Summit-area sample Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician 460–955 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Rhyolite is a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose.

BGS record

Summit-area sample Pyroclastic rock Bedded Pyroclastic Formation 449–1,040 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly.

BGS record

Route sample Basalt Bedded Pyroclastic Formation 870–964 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Basalt is a dark volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and can be very slippery when wet. It is often blocky and shattered, with loose rubble on ledges.

BGS record

Route sample Felsic tuff Lower Rhyolitic Tuff Formation 365–447 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly.

BGS record

Generic exposed scrambling terrain; BGS summit-area bedrock samples are 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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Saturday 24 October 2026Confidence: Unavailable

Overall hill weather5Poor

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0025-45 mph southwesterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0055-65 mph Feels like-6 to -2°C PrecipitationAround 10-20 mm Cloud-free summit estimate20% Cloud base through day400-700 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:58 · Sunset 18:01 · 10.1 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A poor day on the tops of Crib Goch, with very strong, gusty winds and rain for much of the day.

Things to watch

Burns could rise quickly through the day and overnight. Timings are rough. Turn back if a crossing looks unsafe.

Wind

On the summit expect a south-westerly wind of 25–45 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 55–65 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside it will be more like 10–20 mph. Gusts like that are strong enough to make walking very difficult and tiring, with a risk of being blown off your feet. Avoid exposed ridges and edges. If the windier forecast models are right, summit gusts could reach 90–100 mph.

Cloud and visibility

Expect the summit to be in cloud for most of the day. The cloud base could be as low as 300–600 m in the late afternoon. In cloud you'll be finding your way without landmarks, so carry navigation you trust and know how to use, with a backup such as a spare battery or a map and compass. Visibility may drop briefly in showers.

Rain and ground

Rain for much of the day. Expect 10–20 mm in total. Totals are uncertain and could be higher. The ground is very wet after recent rain, so expect boggy paths.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around 2 to 6°C, feeling like -6 to -2°C in the wind. It turns milder through the day. The freezing level is above the summits. Take a hat, gloves, a windproof and a spare warm layer. Pack waterproofs too, and keep a warm layer dry in your pack.

Daylight

Sunset is around 6pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

It's still five days off and could change, so check again nearer the time.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 0 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.

Early: 0 h
Midday: 0 h
Later: 0 h

Overnight forecast: 17:00–08:00 (UK local time), in Wild camping below.

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Poor Summit winds around 25-35 mph early in the morning, strengthening to 30-40 mph later. Gusts around 50-60 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can make walking very difficult and tiring, with a risk of being blown off your feet. Avoid exposed ridges and edges. Rain is forecast during this period.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Severe hill conditions Winds strengthen compared with the morning. Summit winds around 40-50 mph in the early afternoon, easing to 30-40 mph later. Gusts around 55-65 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can make walking very difficult and tiring, with a risk of being blown off your feet. Avoid exposed ridges and edges. Rain is forecast during this period. Some forecast models bring rain during the afternoon, while others keep it mostly dry.

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaNot a night to camp on the open hill: gusts of about 55 mph and around 9 mm of rain. 9Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Saturday 24 October 2026

Full overnight outlook

Not a night to camp on the open hill. Gusts reach about 55 mph around 900 m and nearer 40 mph around 300 m, strong enough to flatten or tear a tent. Don't count on finding shelter once you're up there. Choose another night or a low, sheltered spot. Expect a wet night, around 9 mm of rain, with rain while you pitch and still falling when you pack up. Above about 600 m you'd likely be in cloud for part of the night: damp, and hard to find your way if you need to move. A cold night, down to about 3°C around 900 m. A 3-season bag rated to about 2°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold. The ground will be sodden after recent rain, so pick a firm, well-drained pitch.

Overnight rain9.1 mm Open ground · 600 m28 mph · gusts 49 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 2°C or lower

Moon overnight

Near-full moon

Illuminated disc: 98%
Moonrise: Outside this window
Moonset: 06:09 next morning GMT

Views of the Moon may come and go through cloud breaks. Illumination describes the sunlit part of the Moon, not brightness at your pitch.

Overnight window: 24 Oct, 17:00 BST to 25 Oct, 08:00 GMT. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m19 · very poor

Wind / gust: 23 mph / 40 mph
Typical / low: 8.3°C / 5.1°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: High

600 m9 · very poor

Wind / gust: 28 mph / 49 mph
Typical / low: 7.5°C / 4.8°C · a brief spell
In cloud: 44% of modelled night
Condensation: High

900 m9 · very poor

Wind / gust: 32 mph / 57 mph
Typical / low: 5.2°C / 2.7°C · several hours
In cloud: 50% 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 2°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.

The ground is likely to be very wet after recent rain. Expect boggy approaches and choose a durable pitch carefully.

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 & scramblingBetaVery poor conditions for exposed scrambling: gusts of 55–65 mph. Poor0 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Very poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock is likely to be wet and slippery through the day. Gusts of 55–65 mph are strong enough to make walking very difficult and tiring, with a risk of being blown off your feet. Avoid exposed ridges and edges. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly rhyolite, a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose. On the usual routes up you may also cross volcanic tuff, which is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. On the usual routes up you may also cross basalt, which grips well when dry and can be very slippery when wet. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust55-65 mphRain14.4 mm

Main factorsgusts of 55–65 mphwet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician

Origin: Igneous
Broad rock-response group: Volcanic rock
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Volcanic rock in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: Low confidence

View the summit BGS record

Rhyolite is a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose. These are general notes for each rock type, from geological map samples at and around the summit. The rock on your line can differ, and lichen, vegetation and seepage all change how it feels underfoot.

Rock groups along the sampled routes

These are mapped rock groups, not separate weather forecasts or a ranking of route safety.

Snowdon Horseshoe

volcanic rock

Snowdon Miners Track

volcanic rock

Snowdon Pyg Track

volcanic rock

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

4 rock types appear in the mapped samples

Samples around the summit inform the main rock-response profile, with the summit pin shown separately where it differs. Route samples add further context, but this is not a continuous geological survey.

Summit-area sample Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician 460–955 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Rhyolite is a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose.

BGS record

Summit-area sample Pyroclastic rock Bedded Pyroclastic Formation 449–1,040 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly.

BGS record

Route sample Basalt Bedded Pyroclastic Formation 870–964 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Basalt is a dark volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and can be very slippery when wet. It is often blocky and shattered, with loose rubble on ledges.

BGS record

Route sample Felsic tuff Lower Rhyolitic Tuff Formation 365–447 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly.

BGS record

Generic exposed scrambling terrain; BGS summit-area bedrock samples are 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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Sunday 25 October 2026Confidence: Unavailable

Overall hill weather24Poor

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0035-45 mph westerly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0050-60 mph Feels like-8 to -4°C PrecipitationAround 2-5 mm Cloud-free summit estimate90% Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:00 · Sunset 16:59 · 10.0 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A poor day on the tops of Crib Goch, with very strong, gusty winds and drizzle for much of the day.

Wind

On the summit expect a westerly wind of 35–45 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 50–60 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside it will be more like 10–20 mph. Gusts like that are strong enough to make walking very difficult and tiring, with a risk of being blown off your feet. Avoid exposed ridges and edges. If the windier forecast models are right, summit gusts could reach 75–85 mph.

Cloud and visibility

The tops should stay clear of cloud all day.

Rain and ground

Drizzle for much of the day. Expect 2–5 mm in total. The ground is very wet after recent rain, so expect boggy paths.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around 0 to 4°C, feeling like -8 to -4°C in the wind. The freezing level is close to summit height. Take a hat, gloves, a windproof and a spare warm layer. Pack waterproofs too, and keep a warm layer dry in your pack.

Daylight

Sunset is around 5pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

It's still six days off and could change, so check again nearer the time.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 8.9 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.

Early: 2 h
Midday: 4 h
Later: 0.9 h

Overnight forecast: 17:00–08:00 (UK local time), in Wild camping below.

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Poor Summit winds around 35-45 mph. Gusts around 50-60 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can make walking very difficult and tiring, with a risk of being blown off your feet. Avoid exposed ridges and edges. Rain is forecast during this period.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Poor Summit winds around 35-45 mph. Gusts around 50-60 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can make walking very difficult and tiring, with a risk of being blown off your feet. Avoid exposed ridges and edges. Rain is forecast during this period.

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Compare an early start with later conditions. The main forecast above covers the day in more detail.

Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaNot a night to camp on the open hill: gusts of about 55 mph and around 10 mm of rain. 9Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Sunday 25 October 2026

Full overnight outlook

Not a night to camp on the open hill. Gusts reach about 55 mph around 900 m and nearer 40 mph around 300 m, strong enough to flatten or tear a tent. Don't count on finding shelter once you're up there. Choose another night or a low, sheltered spot. Expect a wet night, around 10 mm of rain, with rain while you pitch and still falling when you pack up. A cold night, down to about 1°C around 900 m. A warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag rated to about 0°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold. The ground will be sodden after recent rain, so pick a firm, well-drained pitch.

Overnight rain10.1 mm Open ground · 600 m32 mph · gusts 48 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 0°C or lower

Moon overnight

Near-full moon

Illuminated disc: 100%
Moonrise: Outside this window
Moonset: 07:39 next morning GMT

Views of the Moon may come and go through cloud breaks. Illumination describes the sunlit part of the Moon, not brightness at your pitch.

Overnight window: 25 Oct, 17:00 GMT to 26 Oct, 08:00 GMT. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m19 · very poor

Wind / gust: 26 mph / 40 mph
Typical / low: 3.9°C / 3.6°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Moderate

600 m9 · very poor

Wind / gust: 32 mph / 48 mph
Typical / low: 3.9°C / 3.6°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Moderate

900 m9 · very poor

Wind / gust: 37 mph / 56 mph
Typical / low: 1.8°C / 1.4°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Moderate

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 0°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.

The ground is likely to be very wet after recent rain. Expect boggy approaches and choose a durable pitch carefully.

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 & scramblingBetaVery poor conditions for exposed scrambling: gusts of 50–60 mph. Poor0 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Very poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock is likely to be wet and slippery through the day. Gusts of 50–60 mph are strong enough to make walking very difficult and tiring, with a risk of being blown off your feet. Avoid exposed ridges and edges. The rock around the summit is mostly rhyolite, a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose. On the usual routes up you may also cross volcanic tuff, which is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. On the usual routes up you may also cross basalt, which grips well when dry and can be very slippery when wet. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust50-60 mphRain5.8 mm

Main factorsgusts of 50–60 mphwet rock likely

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician

Origin: Igneous
Broad rock-response group: Volcanic rock
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Volcanic rock in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: Low confidence

View the summit BGS record

Rhyolite is a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose. These are general notes for each rock type, from geological map samples at and around the summit. The rock on your line can differ, and lichen, vegetation and seepage all change how it feels underfoot.

Rock groups along the sampled routes

These are mapped rock groups, not separate weather forecasts or a ranking of route safety.

Snowdon Horseshoe

volcanic rock

Snowdon Miners Track

volcanic rock

Snowdon Pyg Track

volcanic rock

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

4 rock types appear in the mapped samples

Samples around the summit inform the main rock-response profile, with the summit pin shown separately where it differs. Route samples add further context, but this is not a continuous geological survey.

Summit-area sample Rhyolite Unnamed Igneous Intrusion, Ordovician 460–955 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Rhyolite is a hard, fine-grained volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and gets slippery on smoother faces when wet. It is hard, but often cracked into sharp, blocky pieces, so some holds are loose.

BGS record

Summit-area sample Pyroclastic rock Bedded Pyroclastic Formation 449–1,040 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly.

BGS record

Route sample Basalt Bedded Pyroclastic Formation 870–964 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Basalt is a dark volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and can be very slippery when wet. It is often blocky and shattered, with loose rubble on ledges.

BGS record

Route sample Felsic tuff Lower Rhyolitic Tuff Formation 365–447 m samples Seen on Peak Snowdon Horseshoe, Peak Snowdon Miners Track, Peak Snowdon Pyg Track

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly.

BGS record

Generic exposed scrambling terrain; BGS summit-area bedrock samples are 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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The day on the hill

Wind

Cloud and visibility

Rain and ground

Warmth and kit

Daylight

Forecast confidence

Full overnight outlook

Moon overnight

Elevation reference (open ground)

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Rock groups along the sampled routes

Snowdon Horseshoe

Snowdon Miners Track

Snowdon Pyg Track

4 rock types appear in the mapped samples

After dark: aurora and stargazing

The day on the hill

Wind

Cloud and visibility

Rain and ground

Warmth and kit

Daylight

Forecast confidence

Full overnight outlook

Moon overnight

Elevation reference (open ground)

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Rock groups along the sampled routes

Snowdon Horseshoe

Snowdon Miners Track

Snowdon Pyg Track

4 rock types appear in the mapped samples

After dark: aurora and stargazing

The day on the hill

Things to watch

Wind

Cloud and visibility

Rain and ground

Warmth and kit

Daylight

Forecast confidence

Full overnight outlook

Moon overnight

Elevation reference (open ground)

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Rock groups along the sampled routes

Snowdon Horseshoe

Snowdon Miners Track

Snowdon Pyg Track

4 rock types appear in the mapped samples

After dark: aurora and stargazing

The day on the hill

Wind

Cloud and visibility

Rain and ground

Warmth and kit

Daylight

Forecast confidence

Full overnight outlook

Moon overnight

Elevation reference (open ground)

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Rock groups along the sampled routes

Snowdon Horseshoe

Snowdon Miners Track

Snowdon Pyg Track

4 rock types appear in the mapped samples

After dark: aurora and stargazing

The day on the hill

Things to watch

Wind

Cloud and visibility

Rain and ground

Warmth and kit

Daylight

Forecast confidence