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Glamaig weather forecast.

775 m summit in Skye. 7 forecast days covering wind, cloud, rain and temperature, updated 9 November 2026 at 16:25 UTC.

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Confidence: Medium
Overall hill weather90Excellent
Summit wind · 08:00-17:005-15 mph northerly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0010-20 mph Feels like-2 to 2°C PrecipitationUp to around 2 mm Cloud-free summit estimate85% Cloud base through day700-1,000 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:55 · Sunset 16:20 · 8.4 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A fine day on Glamaig: light winds and clear tops for most of the day.

Wind

On the summit expect light winds of up to 15 mph, mainly northerly, with gusts of 10–20 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside the wind will be light, under 5 mph.

Cloud and visibility

The tops should stay mostly clear of cloud. A few forecast models bring the cloud base down to around 500–800 m at times. The cloud base sits close to summit height, so the top could go in and out of cloud at short notice. The air should be clear, so expect far-reaching views as long as the tops stay clear.

Rain and ground

A little rain at times, heaviest later in the day.

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 hat, gloves, a windproof and a spare warm layer.

Daylight

A short day, with only about 8 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:20pm, 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 5 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
1 h
Midday
3 h
Later
0 h

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

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Excellent Summit winds around 5-15 mph. Gusts around 5-15 mph are possible on exposed ground.
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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Excellent Summit winds around 5-15 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud becomes more persistent later. Rain is forecast during this period.
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA mixed night to camp, mainly because of the cold: dry, with light winds. 59Mixed · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Tuesday 10 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

A mixed night to camp, mainly because of the cold. Light winds on open ground, gusting no more than about 15 mph. It should stay dry. A cold night, down to about 2°C around 600 m. A warm 3-season or 3–4 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 m11 mph · gusts 17 mph Morning pack-upNo wet signal Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about -2°C or lower

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m59 · mixed
Wind / gust
9 mph / 15 mph
Typical / low
3.9°C / 2.4°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Low
600 m59 · mixed
Wind / gust
11 mph / 17 mph
Typical / low
2.5°C / 1.6°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Low

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 -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 & scramblingBetaGood conditions for exposed scrambling. Good82 View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Good conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock should be drying, but damp patches, shaded holds and drainage lines may still be wet. The rock around the summit is mostly basalt, 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. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceDamp or dryingPeak gust10-20 mphRain0.6 mm
Main concerndamp or incompletely dried rock possible
Representative rock around the summit Hornfelsed basalt Skye Lava Group
Origin
Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group
Volcanic rock
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area
Volcanic rock in 71% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Summit pin
Peridotite (North Britain Palaeogene Dyke Suite)
Rock-response profile
Low confidence
View the summit BGS record

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. 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.

Geological detail and BGS records
Mapped variation

3 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 Peridotite North Britain Palaeogene Dyke Suite

Gabbro is a very rough, coarse-crystalled rock. It has superb grip when dry and still grips well when wet. It is generally very solid, though the thin, smooth dykes that cut through it are slippery when wet and often loose. It can be magnetic in places, so a compass may be unreliable.

BGS record
Summit-area sample Hornfelsed basalt Skye Lava Group

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
Summit-area sample Dioritic-rock and microgranite Marsco Hybrids (Skye Western Red Hills Centre)

Diorite is a hard, crystalline rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is generally solid, though cracked into blocks along its joints.

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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Confidence: Medium
Overall hill weather82Good
Summit wind · 08:00-17:005-25 mph northwesterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0020-30 mph Feels like-8 to -4°C PrecipitationUp to around 2 mm Cloud-free summit estimate90% Freezing level700-1,000 m DaylightSunrise 07:57 · Sunset 16:18 · 8.3 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A good day on Glamaig, though expect sleet or snow on the tops.

Snow and navigation

Sleet or snow is possible on the tops in the afternoon, with small temperature changes affecting the mix. The air freezing level is roughly 900 to 1000 m above sea level. Snow can fall below this, but its lower limit is uncertain.

Wind

On the summit expect a north-westerly wind of 5–25 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 20–30 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside the wind will be light, under 10 mph. A wind like that will be noticeable on ridges and open tops, and you will chill quickly when you stop.

Cloud and visibility

The tops are likely to stay mostly clear of cloud, though brief patches cannot be ruled out. 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. Expect up to 2 mm in total, measured as melted water, so any snow would lie deeper.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around -2 to 2°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

A short day, with only about 8 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:20pm, 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. 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 5.4 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
1 h
Midday
3.8 h
Later
0 h

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

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Excellent Summit winds around 5-15 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground.
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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Good Summit winds around 10-25 mph. Gusts around 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA poor night to camp on open ground: a frost, down to -1°C. 39Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Wednesday 11 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

A poor night to camp on open ground. Gusts reach about 35 mph on open ground, so peg out well and use the guylines. Look for shelter from the north. Dry to pitch, then a little rain overnight, easing by morning, though the tent may still be wet. A frost at every height we checked (300-600 m), down to about -1°C. A warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag rated to about -4°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.

Overnight rain0.3 mm Open ground · 600 m21 mph · gusts 33 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about -4°C or lower

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m39 · poor
Wind / gust
18 mph / 27 mph
Typical / low
0.8°C / -0.2°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Low
600 m39 · poor
Wind / gust
21 mph / 33 mph
Typical / low
-0.1°C / -1.1°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Low

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 -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. Poor21 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. Icy patches are likely on the rock, which makes it treacherous without winter kit. Gusts of 20–30 mph will be noticeable on exposed ridges. The rock around the summit is mostly basalt, 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. 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 gust20-30 mphRain0.4 mm
Main factorsgusts of 20–30 mphwet rock likelySub-zero temperatures and moisture may leave icy patches on exposed rock
Representative rock around the summit Hornfelsed basalt Skye Lava Group
Origin
Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group
Volcanic rock
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area
Volcanic rock in 71% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Summit pin
Peridotite (North Britain Palaeogene Dyke Suite)
Rock-response profile
Low confidence
View the summit BGS record

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. 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.

Geological detail and BGS records
Mapped variation

3 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 Peridotite North Britain Palaeogene Dyke Suite

Gabbro is a very rough, coarse-crystalled rock. It has superb grip when dry and still grips well when wet. It is generally very solid, though the thin, smooth dykes that cut through it are slippery when wet and often loose. It can be magnetic in places, so a compass may be unreliable.

BGS record
Summit-area sample Hornfelsed basalt Skye Lava Group

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
Summit-area sample Dioritic-rock and microgranite Marsco Hybrids (Skye Western Red Hills Centre)

Diorite is a hard, crystalline rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is generally solid, though cracked into blocks along its joints.

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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Confidence: High
Overall hill weather66Mixed
Summit wind · 08:00-17:0020-35 mph northerly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0035-45 mph Feels like-10 to -6°C PrecipitationLittle or none Cloud-free summit estimate90% Freezing level600-900 m DaylightSunrise 07:59 · Sunset 16:16 · 8.3 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A mixed day on Glamaig, with a blustery wind.

Snow and navigation

Snow is forecast on the tops in the morning. The air freezing level is roughly 600 to 700 m above sea level. Snow can fall below this, but its lower limit is uncertain.

Wind

On the summit expect a northerly wind of 20–35 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 35–45 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside it will be more like 5–15 mph. Gusts like that are strong enough to make walking into it hard work, with buffeting on ridges and edges.

Cloud and visibility

The tops are likely to stay mostly clear of cloud, though brief patches cannot be ruled out.

Rain and ground

It should stay dry.

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.

Daylight

A short day, with only about 8 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:15pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

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

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 7 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
1 h
Midday
4 h
Later
0 h

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

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Mixed 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.
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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Good Summit winds around 20-30 mph. Gusts around 30-40 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can make walking into it hard work, with buffeting on ridges and edges.
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA mixed night to camp, mainly because of the cold: gusts of about 30 mph. 59Mixed · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Thursday 12 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

A mixed night to camp, mainly because of the cold. Gusts reach about 30 mph on open ground, so peg out well and use the guylines. Look for shelter from the north. It should stay dry. A cold night, down to about 1°C around 600 m. A warm 3-season or 3–4 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 m18 mph · gusts 28 mph Morning pack-upNo wet signal Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about -2°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing crescent moon

Illuminated disc
13%
Moonrise
Outside this window
Moonset
17:10 GMT

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

Overnight window: 12 Nov, 17:00 GMT to 13 Nov, 08:00 GMT. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m59 · mixed
Wind / gust
15 mph / 24 mph
Typical / low
1.4°C / 1.3°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Low
600 m59 · mixed
Wind / gust
18 mph / 28 mph
Typical / low
1.1°C / 0.9°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Low

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 -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 & scramblingBetaPoor conditions for exposed scrambling. Poor35 View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock should be mostly dry, though drainage lines and shaded holds may still be damp. Snow is likely on the rock and ledges, so it becomes a winter route. Gusts of 35–45 mph could throw you off balance on exposed moves and ridges. The rock around the summit is mostly basalt, 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. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceProbably dryPeak gust35-45 mphRain0.1 mm
Main factorsgusts of 35–45 mphSnow may fall on high ground. Deposits could make summer scrambling conditions inappropriate
Representative rock around the summit Hornfelsed basalt Skye Lava Group
Origin
Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group
Volcanic rock
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area
Volcanic rock in 71% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Summit pin
Peridotite (North Britain Palaeogene Dyke Suite)
Rock-response profile
Low confidence
View the summit BGS record

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. 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.

Geological detail and BGS records
Mapped variation

3 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 Peridotite North Britain Palaeogene Dyke Suite

Gabbro is a very rough, coarse-crystalled rock. It has superb grip when dry and still grips well when wet. It is generally very solid, though the thin, smooth dykes that cut through it are slippery when wet and often loose. It can be magnetic in places, so a compass may be unreliable.

BGS record
Summit-area sample Hornfelsed basalt Skye Lava Group

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
Summit-area sample Dioritic-rock and microgranite Marsco Hybrids (Skye Western Red Hills Centre)

Diorite is a hard, crystalline rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is generally solid, though cracked into blocks along its joints.

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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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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Help the Mountain Decisions Project understand how forecasts influence hill days, including when plans stay the same. Findings will be shared publicly as summaries, not individual responses.

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Confidence: Medium
Overall hill weather60Mixed
Summit wind · 08:00-17:0010-25 mph westerly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0030-40 mph Feels like-8 to -4°C PrecipitationUp to around 2 mm Cloud-free summit estimate70% Cloud base through day500-2,000 m Freezing level700-1,000 m DaylightSunrise 08:02 · Sunset 16:14 · 8.2 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A mixed day on Glamaig, with sleet or snow on the tops.

Snow and navigation

Sleet or snow is possible on the tops in the afternoon, with small temperature changes affecting the mix. The air freezing level is roughly 800 to 1000 m above sea level. Snow can fall below this, but its lower limit is uncertain.

Wind

On the summit expect a westerly wind of 10–25 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 30–40 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside the wind will be light, under 10 mph. Gusts like that will be noticeable on ridges and open tops, and you will chill quickly when you stop.

Cloud and visibility

The tops are likely to drift in and out of cloud, with the best chance of a clear summit early in the morning. The cloud base could be as low as 500–800 m mid-afternoon.

Rain and ground

A band of sleet moves in during the early afternoon. Expect up to 2 mm in total, measured as melted water, so any snow would lie deeper. Some forecast models keep it drier in the afternoon.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around -2 to 2°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

A short day, with only about 8 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:15pm, 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 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
Less than 1 hour
Midday
Less than 1 hour
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 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground.
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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Poor Summit winds around 15-25 mph. Gusts around 30-40 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period. Rain is possible during the afternoon, but forecast models disagree on whether it will fall.
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA poor night to camp on open ground: gusts of about 35 mph and about 6 mm of rain. 39Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Friday 13 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

A poor night to camp on open ground. Gusts reach about 35 mph on open ground, which makes for a noisy, testing night even in a good tent. Look for shelter from the west. Expect about 6 mm of rain, with rain while you pitch and still falling when you pack up. A cold night, down to about 3°C around 600 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.

Overnight rain5.7 mm Open ground · 600 m23 mph · gusts 35 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 0°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing crescent moon

Illuminated disc
20%
Moonrise
Outside this window
Moonset
18:16 GMT

Cloud at the reference camping height may hide the Moon. Illumination describes the sunlit part of the Moon, not brightness at your pitch.

Overnight window: 13 Nov, 17:00 GMT to 14 Nov, 08:00 GMT. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m55 · mixed
Wind / gust
19 mph / 29 mph
Typical / low
4.2°C / 3.3°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
600 m39 · poor
Wind / gust
23 mph / 35 mph
Typical / low
3.8°C / 3.0°C · much of the night
In cloud
20% 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.

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. Icy patches are likely on the rock, which makes it treacherous without winter kit. 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 basalt, 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. 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 gust30-40 mphRain1.0 mm
Main factorsgusts of 30–40 mphwet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud
Representative rock around the summit Hornfelsed basalt Skye Lava Group
Origin
Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group
Volcanic rock
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area
Volcanic rock in 71% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Summit pin
Peridotite (North Britain Palaeogene Dyke Suite)
Rock-response profile
Low confidence
View the summit BGS record

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. 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.

Geological detail and BGS records
Mapped variation

3 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 Peridotite North Britain Palaeogene Dyke Suite

Gabbro is a very rough, coarse-crystalled rock. It has superb grip when dry and still grips well when wet. It is generally very solid, though the thin, smooth dykes that cut through it are slippery when wet and often loose. It can be magnetic in places, so a compass may be unreliable.

BGS record
Summit-area sample Hornfelsed basalt Skye Lava Group

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
Summit-area sample Dioritic-rock and microgranite Marsco Hybrids (Skye Western Red Hills Centre)

Diorite is a hard, crystalline rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is generally solid, though cracked into blocks along its joints.

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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Confidence: Medium
Overall hill weather36Poor
Summit wind · 08:00-17:0025-35 mph southwesterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0040-50 mph Feels like-6 to -2°C PrecipitationAround 2-5 mm Cloud-free summit estimate70% Cloud base through day400-1,400 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 08:04 · Sunset 16:12 · 8.1 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A poor day on the tops of Glamaig, with burns likely to be in spate and a blustery wind.

Things to watch

Burns and rivers are likely to be in spate from the afternoon 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 south-westerly wind of 25–35 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 5–15 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 50–60 mph.

Cloud and visibility

The tops are likely to drift in and out of cloud, with the best chance of a clear summit early in the morning. The cloud base could be as low as 500–800 m mid-afternoon. Visibility may drop briefly in showers.

Rain and ground

Spells of drizzle through the day. Expect 2–5 mm in total. Some forecast models keep it drier in the afternoon.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around 2 to 6°C, feeling like -6 to -2°C in the wind. 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

A short day, with only about 8 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:10pm, 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.

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. 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. Rain is forecast during this period.
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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Poor Summit winds around 25-35 mph. 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. Summit cloud becomes more persistent later. Rain is forecast during this period. Rain is possible during the afternoon, but forecast models disagree on whether it will fall.
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaToo windy for an exposed pitch up around 600 m (gusts of about 45 mph and heavy rain, around 20 mm). Lower down, a poor night to camp on open ground. 9Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Saturday 14 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

Too windy for an exposed pitch up around 600 m. Lower down, a poor night to camp on open ground. Gusts reach about 45 mph on open ground, enough to damage a tent on open ground. Pitch low down and in real shelter, or leave it for another night. Expect heavy rain, around 20 mm, with rain while you pitch and still falling when you pack up. Up around 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. Overnight lows of about 5°C at 600 m. A 3-season bag rated to about 2°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.

Overnight rain21.4 mm Open ground · 600 m32 mph · gusts 47 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 2°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing crescent moon

Illuminated disc
27%
Moonrise
Outside this window
Moonset
19:33 GMT

Cloud at the reference camping height may hide the Moon. Illumination describes the sunlit part of the Moon, not brightness at your pitch.

Overnight window: 14 Nov, 17:00 GMT to 15 Nov, 08:00 GMT. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m39 · poor
Wind / gust
27 mph / 39 mph
Typical / low
7.3°C / 5.6°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
600 m9 · very poor
Wind / gust
32 mph / 47 mph
Typical / low
5.8°C / 4.8°C · a brief spell
In cloud
53% 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.

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 basalt, 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. 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 mphRain4.4 mm
Main factorsgusts of 40–50 mphwet rock likely
Representative rock around the summit Hornfelsed basalt Skye Lava Group
Origin
Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group
Volcanic rock
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area
Volcanic rock in 71% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Summit pin
Peridotite (North Britain Palaeogene Dyke Suite)
Rock-response profile
Low confidence
View the summit BGS record

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. 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.

Geological detail and BGS records
Mapped variation

3 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 Peridotite North Britain Palaeogene Dyke Suite

Gabbro is a very rough, coarse-crystalled rock. It has superb grip when dry and still grips well when wet. It is generally very solid, though the thin, smooth dykes that cut through it are slippery when wet and often loose. It can be magnetic in places, so a compass may be unreliable.

BGS record
Summit-area sample Hornfelsed basalt Skye Lava Group

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
Summit-area sample Dioritic-rock and microgranite Marsco Hybrids (Skye Western Red Hills Centre)

Diorite is a hard, crystalline rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is generally solid, though cracked into blocks along its joints.

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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Confidence: Unavailable
Overall hill weather48Poor
Summit wind · 08:00-17:0020-35 mph southwesterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0035-45 mph Feels like-4 to 0°C PrecipitationAround 5-10 mm Cloud-free summit estimate50% Cloud base through day600-1,300 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 08:06 · Sunset 16:10 · 8.1 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A poor day on the tops of Glamaig, with burns likely to be in spate and rain arriving around midday.

Things to watch

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

Wind

On the summit expect a south-westerly wind of 20–35 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 35–45 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside it will be more like 5–15 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 75–85 mph. It gets windier still after dark, with summit gusts of 40–50 mph, so bear that in mind if you will be out late.

Cloud and visibility

Clear spells are possible, but cloud could cover the tops for part of the day. Forecast models differ on how much summit cloud develops. A few forecast models bring the cloud base down to around 300–600 m at times. The cloud base sits close to summit height, so the top could go in and out of cloud at short notice.

Rain and ground

A band of rain moves in around midday. Expect 5–10 mm in total. Some forecast models keep it drier in the morning. It will be wet underfoot after recent rain.

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. Pack waterproofs too, and keep a warm layer dry in your pack.

Daylight

A short day, with only about 8 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:10pm, 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 1.2 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
Less than 1 hour
Midday
Less than 1 hour
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. 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. Some forecast models bring rain during the morning, while others keep it mostly dry.
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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Poor More rain is expected. Summit winds around 20-30 mph. Gusts around 30-40 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can make walking into it hard work, with buffeting on ridges and edges. Summit cloud becomes more persistent later. 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 campingBetaToo windy for an exposed pitch up around 600 m (gusts of about 40 mph and around 12 mm of rain). Lower down, a poor night to camp on open ground. 19Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Sunday 15 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

Too windy for an exposed pitch up around 600 m. Lower down, a poor night to camp on open ground. Gusts reach about 40 mph on open ground, which makes for a noisy, testing night even in a good tent. Pitch low down and in real shelter, or leave it for another night. The wind swings from southwesterly to northwesterly overnight, so a pitch sheltered at dusk may not be by morning. Expect a wet night, around 12 mm of rain, with rain while you pitch and still falling when you pack up. At every height we checked (300-600 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 frost at every height we checked (300-600 m), down to about 0°C. A warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag rated to about -4°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.

Overnight rain11.6 mm Open ground · 600 m21 mph · gusts 40 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about -4°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing crescent moon

Illuminated disc
36%
Moonrise
Outside this window
Moonset
20:55 GMT

Cloud at the reference camping height may hide the Moon. Illumination describes the sunlit part of the Moon, not brightness at your pitch.

Overnight window: 15 Nov, 17:00 GMT to 16 Nov, 08:00 GMT. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m36 · poor
Wind / gust
17 mph / 33 mph
Typical / low
7.0°C / 0.0°C · several hours
In cloud
27% of modelled night
Condensation
High
600 m19 · very poor
Wind / gust
21 mph / 40 mph
Typical / low
4.0°C / -0.1°C · several hours
In cloud
53% 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 -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 & scramblingBetaVery poor conditions for exposed scrambling: gusts of 35–45 mph. Poor17 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 35–45 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 basalt, 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. 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 gust35-45 mphRain8.5 mm
Main factorsgusts of 35–45 mphwet rock likely
Representative rock around the summit Hornfelsed basalt Skye Lava Group
Origin
Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group
Volcanic rock
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area
Volcanic rock in 71% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Summit pin
Peridotite (North Britain Palaeogene Dyke Suite)
Rock-response profile
Low confidence
View the summit BGS record

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. 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.

Geological detail and BGS records
Mapped variation

3 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 Peridotite North Britain Palaeogene Dyke Suite

Gabbro is a very rough, coarse-crystalled rock. It has superb grip when dry and still grips well when wet. It is generally very solid, though the thin, smooth dykes that cut through it are slippery when wet and often loose. It can be magnetic in places, so a compass may be unreliable.

BGS record
Summit-area sample Hornfelsed basalt Skye Lava Group

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
Summit-area sample Dioritic-rock and microgranite Marsco Hybrids (Skye Western Red Hills Centre)

Diorite is a hard, crystalline rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is generally solid, though cracked into blocks along its joints.

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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Confidence: Unavailable
Overall hill weather82Good
Summit wind · 08:00-17:0010-20 mph westerly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0020-30 mph Feels like-10 to -6°C PrecipitationUp to around 2 mm Cloud-free summit estimate90% Freezing level500-800 m DaylightSunrise 08:08 · Sunset 16:08 · 8.0 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A good day on Glamaig, though expect snow on the tops.

Snow and navigation

Snow is forecast on the tops in the afternoon. The air freezing level is roughly 600 to 800 m above sea level. Snow can fall below this, but its lower limit is uncertain.

Wind

On the summit expect a westerly wind of 10–20 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 20–30 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside the wind will be light, under 10 mph.

Cloud and visibility

The tops are likely to stay mostly clear of cloud, though brief patches cannot be ruled out.

Rain and ground

A band of snow moves in during the early afternoon. Expect up to 2 mm in total, measured as melted water, so any snow would lie deeper. It will be wet underfoot after recent rain.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around -4 to 0°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

A short day, with only about 8 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:10pm, 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 7 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
1 h
Midday
4 h
Later
0 h

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

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Excellent Summit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 15-25 mph are possible on exposed ground.
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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Good Summit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA poor night to camp on open ground: a frost, down to -1°C. 39Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Monday 16 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

A poor night to camp on open ground. Gusts reach about 35 mph on open ground, so peg out well and use the guylines. Look for shelter from the west. The wind swings from westerly to southeasterly overnight, so a pitch sheltered at dusk may not be by morning. Dry to pitch, then some light rain by morning, so you'll likely pack up in the wet. A frost at every height we checked (300-600 m), down to about -1°C. A warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag rated to about -4°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.

Overnight rain1.5 mm Open ground · 600 m12 mph · gusts 33 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about -4°C or lower

Moon overnight

First-quarter moon

Illuminated disc
46%
Moonrise
Outside this window
Moonset
22:18 GMT

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

Overnight window: 16 Nov, 17:00 GMT to 17 Nov, 08:00 GMT. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m39 · poor
Wind / gust
9 mph / 27 mph
Typical / low
-0.1°C / -0.3°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Low
600 m39 · poor
Wind / gust
12 mph / 33 mph
Typical / low
-0.5°C / -1.0°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Low

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 -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. Poor23 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. Icy patches are likely on the rock, which makes it treacherous without winter kit. Gusts of 20–30 mph will be noticeable on exposed ridges. The rock around the summit is mostly basalt, 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. 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 gust20-30 mphRain0.6 mm
Main factorswet rock likelySnow is likely to be lying on high ground, with further snowfall possible during the day
Representative rock around the summit Hornfelsed basalt Skye Lava Group
Origin
Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group
Volcanic rock
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area
Volcanic rock in 71% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Summit pin
Peridotite (North Britain Palaeogene Dyke Suite)
Rock-response profile
Low confidence
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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. 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.

Geological detail and BGS records
Mapped variation

3 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 Peridotite North Britain Palaeogene Dyke Suite

Gabbro is a very rough, coarse-crystalled rock. It has superb grip when dry and still grips well when wet. It is generally very solid, though the thin, smooth dykes that cut through it are slippery when wet and often loose. It can be magnetic in places, so a compass may be unreliable.

BGS record
Summit-area sample Hornfelsed basalt Skye Lava Group

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
Summit-area sample Dioritic-rock and microgranite Marsco Hybrids (Skye Western Red Hills Centre)

Diorite is a hard, crystalline rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is generally solid, though cracked into blocks along its joints.

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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