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Gragareth weather forecast.

628 m summit in Yorkshire Dales. 8 forecast days covering wind, cloud, rain and temperature, updated 20 September 2026 at 16:08 UTC.

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Confidence: Medium
Overall hill weather70/100Good
Wind15-30 mph westerly Gusts30-40 mph Feels like0 to 4°C PrecipitationLittle or none Cloud-free summit estimate80% Cloud base through day500-1,300 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 06:51 · Sunset 19:14 · 12.4 hours daylight

The day on the hill

On Gragareth: summit wind broadly 15-30 mph, with gusts 30-40 mph at times (strong winds).

Cloud & views

Cloud may hang lower on western slopes and lift somewhat on the eastern side, but local terrain can differ.

Rain & temperature

The ground is likely to be wet after recent rain. Cloud-height uncertainty could put the summit in or out of cloud.

Clear spells may be difficult to time. Little or no rain is forecast.

Forecast models differ on summit wind strength: around 23-27 mph at walker height, with gusts 32-38 mph.

Forecast confidence

Cloud height remains uncertain, especially where it is close to summit level. Exposed tops may feel chilly in the wind.

A windproof layer will help, with an extra warm layer for stops. Buffeting may affect balance on exposed ground, particularly near ridges and edges.

Cloud-height uncertainty could put the summit in or out of cloud, even where forecasts agree on the wider cloud cover.

Cloud-free timing: Around 45% early, improving to around 90% later.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 5.1 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
1.2 h
Midday
2 h
Later
Less than 1 hour

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

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Mixed Summit winds around 15-25 mph. Gusts around 30-40 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later.
60/100
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Good Summit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground.
79/100

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA broadly promising night on a well-chosen pitch. 85/100Excellent · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Sunday 20 September 2026

Full overnight outlook

Open-hillside camping looks promising overall around 600 m (85/100). It may be breezy on open ground, with gusts near 25 mph. Little overnight rain is forecast. Some condensation is possible overnight.

Overnight rain0.1 mm Open ground · 600 m14 mph · gusts 24 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 6°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing gibbous moon

Illuminated disc
70%
Moonrise
17:18 BST
Moonset
00:00 next morning BST

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

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

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m88/100 · very good
Wind / gust
12 mph / 20 mph
Typical / low
9.2°C / 9.0°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
600 m85/100 · promising
Wind / gust
14 mph / 24 mph
Typical / low
9.2°C / 9.0°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate

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

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaRock may be damp or still drying. Gusts near 35 mph may affect balance on exposed rock. Mixed58/100 View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Conditions for exposed scrambling look mixed (58/100). Recent rain may leave seepage and damp rock, especially on shaded sections. The mapped summit rock is Mudstone, siltstone and sandstone (Alston Formation). Usually rough and grippy when dry. Damp sandstone and gritstone can feel greasy, and saturated sandstone may be weakened, so let the rock dry fully. Gusts may reach about 35 mph. Crosswinds can make exposed ridges substantially more serious.

Rock surfaceDry overhead; seepage uncertainPeak gust34 mphRain0.0 mm
Main factorsgusts around 35 mphdamp or incompletely dried rock possible
Mapped summit rock Mudstone, siltstone and sandstone Alston Formation
Origin
Sedimentary
Rock family
Sandstone or gritstone
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Rock-response profile
High confidence
View the summit BGS record

Usually rough and grippy when dry. Damp sandstone and gritstone can feel greasy, and saturated sandstone may be weakened, so let the rock dry fully. Summit-point bedrock mapping; the actual route may cross different rock, superficial deposits, polish, lichen or seepage.

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

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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaClearer spells are possible, but other forecasts keep much of the sky obscured by cloud. View forecastClose forecast

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Night beginning 2026-09-20. All times are UK local time.

Stargazing

Mixed sky conditions during the best available spell: 21 Sep, 04:00 BST to 04:50 BST.

Clearer spells are possible, but other forecasts keep much of the sky obscured by cloud.

Moon-free dark sky: 20 Sep, 23:50 BST to 21 Sep, 04:50 BST.

Sky conditions through the night
Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
TimeViewing conditions
20 Sep, 21:15 BST to 22:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.

20 Sep, 22:00 BST to 23:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.

20 Sep, 23:00 BST to 21 Sep, 00:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.

21 Sep, 00:00 BST to 01:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.

21 Sep, 01:00 BST to 02:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.

21 Sep, 02:00 BST to 03:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.

21 Sep, 03:00 BST to 04:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Clearer spells are possible, but other forecasts keep much of the sky obscured by cloud.

Forecast models disagree.

21 Sep, 04:00 BST to 04:50 BSTMixed sky conditions

Clearer spells are possible, but other forecasts keep much of the sky obscured by cloud.

Forecast models disagree.

Moon, darkness and meteor showers

Gibbous moon, about 69% illuminated.

Moonrise around 20 Sep, 17:25 BST.

Moonset around 20 Sep, 23:50 BST.

Full darkness: 20 Sep, 21:15 BST to 21 Sep, 04:50 BST.

Moon times assume an open horizon. Hills can hide the Moon sooner. Moon-free does not mean cloud-free.

Southern Taurids are active on this night. Activity may be much lower away from the peak.

  • Draconids: peak around 9 October 2026.
  • Southern Taurids: peak around 10 October 2026.
  • Orionids: peak around 21 October 2026.
  • Northern Taurids: peak around 12 November 2026.
  • Leonids: peak around 18 November 2026.
  • Geminids: peak around 14 December 2026.
  • Ursids: peak around 22 December 2026.

Dates from the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Activity dates do not guarantee visible meteors. Look across a broad, dark sky, not only north.

Darkness of the surroundings

Estimated darkness rank 894 of 980 assessed peaks (1 is darkest), based on surrounding artificial light in 2021. This is not a measurement of tonight’s sky.

2021 artificial-light baseline, not measured sky brightness or a Bortle class. Changes to lighting, blue-rich LEDs, terrain screening, atmospheric scattering and cloud-reflected light are not resolved. Similar ranks are not meaningfully distinct. Darkness is not a recommendation to climb a summit at night.

VIIRS nighttime lights: Earth Observation Group, Payne Institute for Public Policy, Colorado School of Mines. Reprocessed by OpenGeoHub/OpenLandMap. Cropped and ranked by Mountain Weather.

Sky-weather grades exclude light pollution, terrain and thin haze. They are not mountain safety ratings. Check the mountain and camping forecast separately. Accessible lower viewpoints may be a better choice than summits.

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Confidence: Medium
Overall hill weather82/100Good
Wind10-20 mph westerly Gusts20-30 mph Feels like4 to 8°C PrecipitationUp to around 2 mm Cloud-free summit estimate60% Cloud base through day600-900 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 06:52 · Sunset 19:12 · 12.3 hours daylight

The day on the hill

Mostly dry with limited summit cloud on Gragareth: summit wind broadly 10-20 mph, with gusts 20-30 mph at times (a moderate breeze).

Cloud & views

Cloud base mostly around 600–900 m through daylight. The summit is likely to stay mostly clear.

Cloud-height uncertainty could put the summit in or out of cloud. Clear spells may be difficult to time.

Drizzle is forecast at times. The forecast total is up to around 2 mm, but local amounts will vary.

Forecast confidence

Cloud height remains uncertain, especially where it is close to summit level. Cloud-height uncertainty could put the summit in or out of cloud, even where forecasts agree on the wider cloud cover.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 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
0 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 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground.
86/100
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Good Summit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 15-25 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.
78/100

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaAbout 1.1 mm is forecast, with rain liable to affect both pitching and packing up. 64/100Mixed · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Monday 21 September 2026

Full overnight outlook

Open-hillside camping looks reasonable overall around 600 m (64/100). It may be breezy on open ground, with gusts near 20 mph. Around 1.1 mm is forecast, with rain liable to affect both pitching and packing up. Condensation risk is high near 300 and 600 m, so a wet pack-up is possible. Ventilation will matter.

Overnight rain1.1 mm Open ground · 600 m13 mph · gusts 21 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 10°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing gibbous moon

Illuminated disc
78%
Moonrise
17:40 BST
Moonset
01:18 next morning BST

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

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

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m64/100 · reasonable
Wind / gust
11 mph / 17 mph
Typical / low
12.5°C / 12.2°C
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
600 m64/100 · reasonable
Wind / gust
13 mph / 21 mph
Typical / low
12.5°C / 12.2°C
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a 2-season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 10°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaWet rock is likely. Poor45/100 View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Conditions for exposed scrambling look mixed (45/100). Rain during the climbing period is likely to leave rock wet and more slippery. The mapped summit rock is Mudstone, siltstone and sandstone (Alston Formation). Usually rough and grippy when dry. Damp sandstone and gritstone can feel greasy, and saturated sandstone may be weakened, so let the rock dry fully.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust23 mphRain0.6 mm
Main concernwet rock likely
Mapped summit rock Mudstone, siltstone and sandstone Alston Formation
Origin
Sedimentary
Rock family
Sandstone or gritstone
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Rock-response profile
High confidence
View the summit BGS record

Usually rough and grippy when dry. Damp sandstone and gritstone can feel greasy, and saturated sandstone may be weakened, so let the rock dry fully. Summit-point bedrock mapping; the actual route may cross different rock, superficial deposits, polish, lichen or seepage.

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

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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaCloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars. View forecastClose forecast

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Night beginning 2026-09-21. All times are UK local time.

Stargazing

Poor sky conditions during the best available spell: 21 Sep, 21:15 BST to 22:00 BST.

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

Moon-free dark sky: 22 Sep, 01:10 BST to 04:55 BST.

Sky conditions through the night
Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
TimeViewing conditions
21 Sep, 21:15 BST to 22:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

21 Sep, 22:00 BST to 23:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.

21 Sep, 23:00 BST to 22 Sep, 00:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.

22 Sep, 00:00 BST to 01:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.

22 Sep, 01:00 BST to 02:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.

22 Sep, 02:00 BST to 03:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.

22 Sep, 03:00 BST to 04:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.

22 Sep, 04:00 BST to 04:55 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.

Moon, darkness and meteor showers

Gibbous moon, about 78% illuminated.

Moonrise around 21 Sep, 17:45 BST.

Moonset around 22 Sep, 01:10 BST.

Full darkness: 21 Sep, 21:15 BST to 22 Sep, 04:55 BST.

Moon times assume an open horizon. Hills can hide the Moon sooner. Moon-free does not mean cloud-free.

Southern Taurids are active on this night. Activity may be much lower away from the peak.

  • Draconids: peak around 9 October 2026.
  • Southern Taurids: peak around 10 October 2026.
  • Orionids: peak around 21 October 2026.
  • Northern Taurids: peak around 12 November 2026.
  • Leonids: peak around 18 November 2026.
  • Geminids: peak around 14 December 2026.
  • Ursids: peak around 22 December 2026.

Dates from the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Activity dates do not guarantee visible meteors. Look across a broad, dark sky, not only north.

Darkness of the surroundings

Estimated darkness rank 894 of 980 assessed peaks (1 is darkest), based on surrounding artificial light in 2021. This is not a measurement of tonight’s sky.

2021 artificial-light baseline, not measured sky brightness or a Bortle class. Changes to lighting, blue-rich LEDs, terrain screening, atmospheric scattering and cloud-reflected light are not resolved. Similar ranks are not meaningfully distinct. Darkness is not a recommendation to climb a summit at night.

VIIRS nighttime lights: Earth Observation Group, Payne Institute for Public Policy, Colorado School of Mines. Reprocessed by OpenGeoHub/OpenLandMap. Cropped and ranked by Mountain Weather.

Sky-weather grades exclude light pollution, terrain and thin haze. They are not mountain safety ratings. Check the mountain and camping forecast separately. Accessible lower viewpoints may be a better choice than summits.

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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Confidence: Medium
Overall hill weather64/100Mixed
Wind5-20 mph southwesterly Gusts15-25 mph Feels like8 to 12°C PrecipitationUp to around 2 mm Cloud-free summit estimate55% Cloud base through day600-900 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 06:54 · Sunset 19:09 · 12.2 hours daylight

The day on the hill

On Gragareth: summit wind broadly 5-20 mph, with gusts 15-25 mph at times (a moderate breeze).

Cloud & views

Cloud base mostly around 600–900 m through daylight. The summit is likely to stay mostly clear.

Cloud-height uncertainty could put the summit in or out of cloud. Clear spells may be difficult to time.

Cloud may hang lower on southwestern slopes and lift somewhat on the northeastern side, but local terrain can differ. Very little direct sunshine is likely, with extensive cloud.

Drizzle is forecast at times. The forecast total is up to around 2 mm, but local amounts will vary.

Forecast confidence

Cloud height remains uncertain, especially where it is close to summit level. Cloud-height uncertainty could put the summit in or out of cloud, even where forecasts agree on the wider cloud cover.

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 Mixed Summit winds around 5-15 mph. Gusts around 15-25 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.
64/100
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Mixed Summit winds around 5-15 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.
63/100

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

Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaCondensation risk is high near 300 and 600 m. 64/100Mixed · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Tuesday 22 September 2026

Full overnight outlook

Open-hillside camping looks reasonable overall around 600 m (64/100). Light winds are expected on open ground, though local shelter and exposure still matter. A little rain may coincide with pitching or packing up. Condensation risk is high near 300 and 600 m, so a wet pack-up is possible. Ventilation will matter.

Overnight rain0.9 mm Open ground · 600 m10 mph · gusts 18 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 8°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing gibbous moon

Illuminated disc
86%
Moonrise
17:56 BST
Moonset
02:38 next morning BST

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

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

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m64/100 · reasonable
Wind / gust
9 mph / 15 mph
Typical / low
11.8°C / 11.6°C
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
600 m64/100 · reasonable
Wind / gust
10 mph / 18 mph
Typical / low
11.8°C / 11.6°C
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High

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

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaWet rock is likely. Poor43/100 View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Conditions for exposed scrambling look mixed (43/100). Rain during the climbing period is likely to leave rock wet and more slippery. The mapped summit rock is Mudstone, siltstone and sandstone (Alston Formation). Usually rough and grippy when dry. Damp sandstone and gritstone can feel greasy, and saturated sandstone may be weakened, so let the rock dry fully.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust19 mphRain1.5 mm
Main concernwet rock likely
Mapped summit rock Mudstone, siltstone and sandstone Alston Formation
Origin
Sedimentary
Rock family
Sandstone or gritstone
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Rock-response profile
High confidence
View the summit BGS record

Usually rough and grippy when dry. Damp sandstone and gritstone can feel greasy, and saturated sandstone may be weakened, so let the rock dry fully. Summit-point bedrock mapping; the actual route may cross different rock, superficial deposits, polish, lichen or seepage.

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

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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaCloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars. View forecastClose forecast

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Night beginning 2026-09-22. All times are UK local time.

Stargazing

Poor sky conditions during the best available spell: 22 Sep, 21:10 BST to 22:00 BST.

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

Moon-free dark sky: 23 Sep, 02:30 BST to 04:55 BST.

Sky conditions through the night
Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
TimeViewing conditions
22 Sep, 21:10 BST to 22:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

22 Sep, 22:00 BST to 23:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

22 Sep, 23:00 BST to 23 Sep, 00:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

23 Sep, 00:00 BST to 01:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

23 Sep, 01:00 BST to 02:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.

23 Sep, 02:00 BST to 03:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.

23 Sep, 03:00 BST to 04:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.

23 Sep, 04:00 BST to 04:55 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.

Moon, darkness and meteor showers

Gibbous moon, about 85% illuminated.

Moonrise around 22 Sep, 18:00 BST.

Moonset around 23 Sep, 02:30 BST.

Full darkness: 22 Sep, 21:10 BST to 23 Sep, 04:55 BST.

Moon times assume an open horizon. Hills can hide the Moon sooner. Moon-free does not mean cloud-free.

Southern Taurids are active on this night. Activity may be much lower away from the peak.

  • Draconids: peak around 9 October 2026.
  • Southern Taurids: peak around 10 October 2026.
  • Orionids: peak around 21 October 2026.
  • Northern Taurids: peak around 12 November 2026.
  • Leonids: peak around 18 November 2026.
  • Geminids: peak around 14 December 2026.
  • Ursids: peak around 22 December 2026.

Dates from the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Activity dates do not guarantee visible meteors. Look across a broad, dark sky, not only north.

Darkness of the surroundings

Estimated darkness rank 894 of 980 assessed peaks (1 is darkest), based on surrounding artificial light in 2021. This is not a measurement of tonight’s sky.

2021 artificial-light baseline, not measured sky brightness or a Bortle class. Changes to lighting, blue-rich LEDs, terrain screening, atmospheric scattering and cloud-reflected light are not resolved. Similar ranks are not meaningfully distinct. Darkness is not a recommendation to climb a summit at night.

VIIRS nighttime lights: Earth Observation Group, Payne Institute for Public Policy, Colorado School of Mines. Reprocessed by OpenGeoHub/OpenLandMap. Cropped and ranked by Mountain Weather.

Sky-weather grades exclude light pollution, terrain and thin haze. They are not mountain safety ratings. Check the mountain and camping forecast separately. Accessible lower viewpoints may be a better choice than summits.

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.

Does the weather shape your plans?Optional hill-user research. One answer helps; further questions are up to you.Take part

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.

This is about Gragareth on Tuesday 22 September 2026. It asks about intentions, not whether you actually went out. No name or account is needed.

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Confidence: Medium
Overall hill weather53/100Mixed
Wind10-25 mph westerly Gusts20-30 mph Feels like2 to 6°C PrecipitationAround 5-10 mm Cloud-free summit estimate80% Cloud base through day600-2,300 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 06:56 · Sunset 19:07 · 12.2 hours daylight

The day on the hill

On Gragareth: summit wind broadly 10-25 mph, with gusts 20-30 mph at times (a moderate breeze). Visibility may drop briefly in showers.

Things to watch

Possible spate risk from the morning into the afternoon, with forecast rain and subsequent runoff. Timings are approximate, not a guarantee of safe crossings afterwards. Burns and unbridged crossings may rise quickly. Turn back if a crossing looks unsafe.

Cloud & views

Cloud base around 600–900 m in the morning, lifting to 2000–2300 m around midday. Summit cloud is extensive early, becoming less frequent later.

Cloud-height uncertainty could put the summit in or out of cloud. Clear spells may be difficult to time.

Cloud may hang lower on western slopes and lift somewhat on the eastern side, but local terrain can differ. Sunny spells are possible away from summit cloud, but may not reach the top while it is in cloud.

Drizzle is forecast for much of the day, with some passing showers too. The forecast total is around 5-10 mm, but local amounts will vary.

Forecast confidence

Cloud height remains uncertain, especially where it is close to summit level. Exposed tops may feel chilly in the wind.

A windproof layer will help, with an extra warm layer for stops. If clothing gets wet, you can cool more quickly.

Keep a dry warm layer protected. Forecast models differ on whether meaningful rain reaches the hills during the morning.

Cloud-free timing: Around 50% early, improving to around 95% later.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 3.2 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
0 h
Midday
0 h
Later
3 h

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. 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.
41/100
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Mixed Summit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.
65/100

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA broadly promising night on a well-chosen pitch. 83/100Good · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Wednesday 23 September 2026

Full overnight outlook

Open-hillside camping looks promising overall around 600 m (83/100). It may be breezy on open ground, with gusts near 25 mph. Wind direction may change substantially during the night. Shelter that works at dusk may be less effective later. Little overnight rain is forecast.

Overnight rain0.0 mm Open ground · 600 m10 mph · gusts 25 mph Morning pack-upNo wet signal Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 4°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing gibbous moon

Illuminated disc
92%
Moonrise
18:08 BST
Moonset
03:58 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: 23 Sep, 17:00 BST to 24 Sep, 08:00 BST. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m90/100 · very good
Wind / gust
8 mph / 21 mph
Typical / low
8.0°C / 7.2°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Low
600 m83/100 · promising
Wind / gust
10 mph / 25 mph
Typical / low
8.0°C / 7.2°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 4°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaWet rock is likely. Poor18/100 View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Conditions for exposed scrambling look very poor (18/100). Rain during the climbing period is likely to leave rock wet and more slippery. The mapped summit rock is Mudstone, siltstone and sandstone (Alston Formation). Usually rough and grippy when dry. Damp sandstone and gritstone can feel greasy, and saturated sandstone may be weakened, so let the rock dry fully.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust25 mphRain8.6 mm
Main concernwet rock likely
Mapped summit rock Mudstone, siltstone and sandstone Alston Formation
Origin
Sedimentary
Rock family
Sandstone or gritstone
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Rock-response profile
High confidence
View the summit BGS record

Usually rough and grippy when dry. Damp sandstone and gritstone can feel greasy, and saturated sandstone may be weakened, so let the rock dry fully. Summit-point bedrock mapping; the actual route may cross different rock, superficial deposits, polish, lichen or seepage.

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

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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaCloud breaks may offer some views of the stars. Moonlight washes out fainter stars. View forecastClose forecast

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Night beginning 2026-09-23. All times are UK local time.

Stargazing

Mixed sky conditions during the best available spell: 23 Sep, 21:10 BST to 22:00 BST.

Cloud breaks may offer some views of the stars. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

Moon-free dark sky: 24 Sep, 03:50 BST to 04:55 BST.

Sky conditions through the night
Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
TimeViewing conditions
23 Sep, 21:10 BST to 22:00 BSTMixed sky conditions

Cloud breaks may offer some views of the stars. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

23 Sep, 22:00 BST to 23:00 BSTMixed sky conditions

Cloud breaks may offer some views of the stars. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

23 Sep, 23:00 BST to 24 Sep, 00:00 BSTMixed sky conditions

Mostly clear skies are forecast. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

24 Sep, 00:00 BST to 01:00 BSTMixed sky conditions

Mostly clear skies are forecast. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

24 Sep, 01:00 BST to 02:00 BSTMixed sky conditions

Mostly clear skies are forecast. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

24 Sep, 02:00 BST to 03:00 BSTMixed sky conditions

Cloud breaks may offer some views of the stars. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

24 Sep, 03:00 BST to 04:00 BSTMixed sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.

24 Sep, 04:00 BST to 04:55 BSTPoor sky conditions

Clearer spells are possible, but other forecasts keep much of the sky obscured by cloud.

Forecast models disagree.

Moon, darkness and meteor showers

Gibbous moon, about 92% illuminated.

Moonrise around 23 Sep, 18:10 BST.

Moonset around 24 Sep, 03:50 BST.

Full darkness: 23 Sep, 21:10 BST to 24 Sep, 04:55 BST.

Moon times assume an open horizon. Hills can hide the Moon sooner. Moon-free does not mean cloud-free.

Southern Taurids are active on this night. Activity may be much lower away from the peak.

  • Draconids: peak around 9 October 2026.
  • Southern Taurids: peak around 10 October 2026.
  • Orionids: peak around 21 October 2026.
  • Northern Taurids: peak around 12 November 2026.
  • Leonids: peak around 18 November 2026.
  • Geminids: peak around 14 December 2026.
  • Ursids: peak around 22 December 2026.

Dates from the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Activity dates do not guarantee visible meteors. Look across a broad, dark sky, not only north.

Darkness of the surroundings

Estimated darkness rank 894 of 980 assessed peaks (1 is darkest), based on surrounding artificial light in 2021. This is not a measurement of tonight’s sky.

2021 artificial-light baseline, not measured sky brightness or a Bortle class. Changes to lighting, blue-rich LEDs, terrain screening, atmospheric scattering and cloud-reflected light are not resolved. Similar ranks are not meaningfully distinct. Darkness is not a recommendation to climb a summit at night.

VIIRS nighttime lights: Earth Observation Group, Payne Institute for Public Policy, Colorado School of Mines. Reprocessed by OpenGeoHub/OpenLandMap. Cropped and ranked by Mountain Weather.

Sky-weather grades exclude light pollution, terrain and thin haze. They are not mountain safety ratings. Check the mountain and camping forecast separately. Accessible lower viewpoints may be a better choice than summits.

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Confidence: High
Overall hill weather85/100Excellent
Possible inversionLow confidence · Early morning
Wind10-25 mph southerly Gusts25-35 mph Feels like2 to 6°C PrecipitationLittle or none Cloud-free summit estimate95% Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 06:58 · Sunset 19:04 · 12.1 hours daylight

The day on the hill

On Gragareth: summit wind broadly 10-25 mph, with gusts 25-35 mph at times (a fresh breeze).

Cloud & views

Cloud base around 800–1100 m in the morning, then around 1500–1800 m around midday and 1300–1600 m by late afternoon. The summit is likely to stay mostly clear.

Rain & temperature

Little or no rain is forecast. Forecast models differ on summit wind strength: around 18-27 mph at walker height, with gusts 25-38 mph.

Forecast confidence

Cloud height remains uncertain, especially where it is close to summit level. Exposed tops may feel chilly in the wind.

A windproof layer will help, with an extra warm layer for stops.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 8.6 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
2.3 h
Midday
4 h
Later
Less than 1 hour

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 15-25 mph are possible on exposed ground.
90/100
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Good Summit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground.
80/100

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaGusts near 35 mph make meaningful shelter important. 39/100Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Thursday 24 September 2026

Full overnight outlook

Open-hillside camping looks poor overall around 600 m (39/100). A lower pitch near 300 m looks more comfortable. Conditions are less suitable by 600 m. Open-ground gusts may reach about 35 mph. Seek meaningful shelter. Peak gusts range from about 30 mph at 300 m to 35 mph at 600 m. Around 1.2 mm is forecast, including rain around pack-up. Pitches near 600 m may spend part of the night in cloud, bringing damp conditions and poor visibility while cloud is present. Condensation risk is high near 600 m. Ventilation will matter.

Overnight rain1.2 mm Open ground · 600 m24 mph · gusts 36 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 8°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing gibbous moon

Illuminated disc
97%
Moonrise
18:17 BST
Moonset
05:19 next morning BST

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

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m59/100 · mixed
Wind / gust
20 mph / 30 mph
Typical / low
10.4°C / 10.3°C
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
600 m39/100 · poor
Wind / gust
24 mph / 36 mph
Typical / low
10.4°C / 10.2°C
In cloud
60% of modelled night
Condensation
High

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

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaRock may be damp or still drying. Mixed65/100 View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Conditions for exposed scrambling look fair (65/100). Some rock may still be damp or drying, especially on polished slabs and vegetated sections. The mapped summit rock is Mudstone, siltstone and sandstone (Alston Formation). Usually rough and grippy when dry. Damp sandstone and gritstone can feel greasy, and saturated sandstone may be weakened, so let the rock dry fully.

Rock surfaceDamp or dryingPeak gust28 mphRainPossible · 30%
Main concerndamp or incompletely dried rock possible
Mapped summit rock Mudstone, siltstone and sandstone Alston Formation
Origin
Sedimentary
Rock family
Sandstone or gritstone
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Rock-response profile
High confidence
View the summit BGS record

Usually rough and grippy when dry. Damp sandstone and gritstone can feel greasy, and saturated sandstone may be weakened, so let the rock dry fully. Summit-point bedrock mapping; the actual route may cross different rock, superficial deposits, polish, lichen or seepage.

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

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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaCloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars. View forecastClose forecast

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Night beginning 2026-09-24. All times are UK local time.

Aurora outlook

Increased potential: activity may reach this horizon. Too early to forecast.

A broad activity outlook, not a forecast of a visible display. Cloud and activity can change before the night.

Stargazing

Poor sky conditions during the best available spell: 25 Sep, 01:00 BST to 02:00 BST.

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

A bright Moon remains above the horizon through full darkness, washing out fainter stars and meteors.

Sky conditions through the night
Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
TimeViewing conditions
24 Sep, 21:05 BST to 22:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

24 Sep, 22:00 BST to 23:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

24 Sep, 23:00 BST to 25 Sep, 00:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

25 Sep, 00:00 BST to 01:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

25 Sep, 01:00 BST to 02:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

25 Sep, 02:00 BST to 03:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

25 Sep, 03:00 BST to 04:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

25 Sep, 04:00 BST to 05:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.

Moon, darkness and meteor showers

Near-full moon, about 96% illuminated.

Moonrise around 24 Sep, 18:20 BST.

Moonset around 25 Sep, 05:10 BST.

Full darkness: 24 Sep, 21:05 BST to 25 Sep, 05:00 BST.

Moon times assume an open horizon. Hills can hide the Moon sooner. Moon-free does not mean cloud-free.

Southern Taurids are active on this night. Activity may be much lower away from the peak.

  • Draconids: peak around 9 October 2026.
  • Southern Taurids: peak around 10 October 2026.
  • Orionids: peak around 21 October 2026.
  • Northern Taurids: peak around 12 November 2026.
  • Leonids: peak around 18 November 2026.
  • Geminids: peak around 14 December 2026.
  • Ursids: peak around 22 December 2026.

Dates from the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Activity dates do not guarantee visible meteors. Look across a broad, dark sky, not only north.

Darkness of the surroundings

Estimated darkness rank 894 of 980 assessed peaks (1 is darkest), based on surrounding artificial light in 2021. This is not a measurement of tonight’s sky.

2021 artificial-light baseline, not measured sky brightness or a Bortle class. Changes to lighting, blue-rich LEDs, terrain screening, atmospheric scattering and cloud-reflected light are not resolved. Similar ranks are not meaningfully distinct. Darkness is not a recommendation to climb a summit at night.

VIIRS nighttime lights: Earth Observation Group, Payne Institute for Public Policy, Colorado School of Mines. Reprocessed by OpenGeoHub/OpenLandMap. Cropped and ranked by Mountain Weather.

Sky-weather grades exclude light pollution, terrain and thin haze. They are not mountain safety ratings. Check the mountain and camping forecast separately. Accessible lower viewpoints may be a better choice than summits.

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Confidence: Medium
Overall hill weather58/100Mixed
Wind5-25 mph westerly Gusts20-30 mph Feels like2 to 6°C PrecipitationAround 2-5 mm Cloud-free summit estimate45% Cloud base through day500-800 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:00 · Sunset 19:02 · 12.0 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A wet day with extensive summit cloud on Gragareth: summit wind broadly 5-25 mph, with gusts 20-30 mph at times (a fresh breeze).

Cloud & views

Cloud base mostly around 500–800 m through daylight. Summit cloud is likely, but brief clear spells remain possible if the cloud sits higher than expected.

Cloud-height uncertainty could put the summit in or out of cloud. Clear spells may be difficult to time.

Cloud may hang lower on western slopes and lift somewhat on the eastern side, but local terrain can differ. Very little direct sunshine is forecast.

Drizzle is forecast for much of the day. The forecast total is around 2-5 mm, but local amounts will vary.

Forecast models differ on summit wind strength: around 11-27 mph at walker height, with gusts 16-37 mph.

Forecast confidence

Cloud height remains uncertain, especially where it is close to summit level. Exposed tops may feel chilly in the wind.

A windproof layer will help, with an extra warm layer for stops. If clothing gets wet, you can cool more quickly.

Keep a dry warm layer protected. Summit wind could be roughly 11-27 mph, which changes how difficult exposed walking may feel.

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 Mixed Summit winds around 10-20 mph early in the morning, easing to 5-15 mph later. Gusts around 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.
56/100
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Mixed Summit winds around 5-15 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.
59/100

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaCondensation risk is high near 300 and 600 m. 64/100Mixed · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Friday 25 September 2026

Full overnight outlook

Open-hillside camping looks reasonable overall around 600 m (64/100). Light winds are expected on open ground, though local shelter and exposure still matter. A little rain may coincide with pitching or packing up. Condensation risk is high near 300 and 600 m, so a wet pack-up is possible. Ventilation will matter.

Overnight rain0.4 mm Open ground · 600 m7 mph · gusts 18 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 4°C or lower

Moon overnight

Near-full moon

Illuminated disc
99%
Moonrise
18:26 BST
Moonset
06:41 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: 25 Sep, 17:00 BST to 26 Sep, 08:00 BST. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m64/100 · reasonable
Wind / gust
6 mph / 15 mph
Typical / low
8.0°C / 7.1°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
600 m64/100 · reasonable
Wind / gust
7 mph / 18 mph
Typical / low
8.0°C / 7.1°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High

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

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaWet rock is likely. Poor19/100 View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Conditions for exposed scrambling look very poor (19/100). Rain during the climbing period is likely to leave rock wet and more slippery. The mapped summit rock is Mudstone, siltstone and sandstone (Alston Formation). Usually rough and grippy when dry. Damp sandstone and gritstone can feel greasy, and saturated sandstone may be weakened, so let the rock dry fully. Cloud may also make route-finding and retreat harder.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust27 mphRain2.4 mm
Main factorswet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud
Mapped summit rock Mudstone, siltstone and sandstone Alston Formation
Origin
Sedimentary
Rock family
Sandstone or gritstone
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Rock-response profile
High confidence
View the summit BGS record

Usually rough and grippy when dry. Damp sandstone and gritstone can feel greasy, and saturated sandstone may be weakened, so let the rock dry fully. Summit-point bedrock mapping; the actual route may cross different rock, superficial deposits, polish, lichen or seepage.

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

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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaClearer spells are possible, but other forecasts keep much of the sky obscured by cloud. View forecastClose forecast

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Night beginning 2026-09-25. All times are UK local time.

Aurora outlook

Increased potential: activity may reach this horizon. Too early to forecast.

A broad activity outlook, not a forecast of a visible display. Cloud and activity can change before the night.

Stargazing

Poor sky conditions during the best available spell: 25 Sep, 22:00 BST to 23:00 BST.

Clearer spells are possible, but other forecasts keep much of the sky obscured by cloud.

A bright Moon remains above the horizon through full darkness, washing out fainter stars and meteors.

Sky conditions through the night
Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
TimeViewing conditions
25 Sep, 21:00 BST to 22:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Clearer spells are possible, but other forecasts keep much of the sky obscured by cloud.

Forecast models disagree.

25 Sep, 22:00 BST to 23:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Clearer spells are possible, but other forecasts keep much of the sky obscured by cloud.

Forecast models disagree.

25 Sep, 23:00 BST to 26 Sep, 00:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

26 Sep, 00:00 BST to 01:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

26 Sep, 01:00 BST to 02:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Mostly clear skies are forecast. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

26 Sep, 02:00 BST to 03:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Mostly clear skies are forecast. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

26 Sep, 03:00 BST to 04:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud breaks may offer some views of the stars. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

26 Sep, 04:00 BST to 05:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Forecasts disagree on rain or visibility, so viewing conditions could be poorer than the clearer outlook suggests.

Forecast models disagree.

Moon, darkness and meteor showers

Near-full moon, about 99% illuminated.

Moonrise around 25 Sep, 18:25 BST.

Moonset around 26 Sep, 06:30 BST.

Full darkness: 25 Sep, 21:00 BST to 26 Sep, 05:00 BST.

Moon times assume an open horizon. Hills can hide the Moon sooner. Moon-free does not mean cloud-free.

Southern Taurids are active on this night. Activity may be much lower away from the peak.

  • Draconids: peak around 9 October 2026.
  • Southern Taurids: peak around 10 October 2026.
  • Orionids: peak around 21 October 2026.
  • Northern Taurids: peak around 12 November 2026.
  • Leonids: peak around 18 November 2026.
  • Geminids: peak around 14 December 2026.
  • Ursids: peak around 22 December 2026.

Dates from the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Activity dates do not guarantee visible meteors. Look across a broad, dark sky, not only north.

Darkness of the surroundings

Estimated darkness rank 894 of 980 assessed peaks (1 is darkest), based on surrounding artificial light in 2021. This is not a measurement of tonight’s sky.

2021 artificial-light baseline, not measured sky brightness or a Bortle class. Changes to lighting, blue-rich LEDs, terrain screening, atmospheric scattering and cloud-reflected light are not resolved. Similar ranks are not meaningfully distinct. Darkness is not a recommendation to climb a summit at night.

VIIRS nighttime lights: Earth Observation Group, Payne Institute for Public Policy, Colorado School of Mines. Reprocessed by OpenGeoHub/OpenLandMap. Cropped and ranked by Mountain Weather.

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Confidence: Unavailable
Overall hill weather94/100Excellent
Wind0-15 mph southerly Gusts10-20 mph Feels like4 to 8°C PrecipitationLittle or none Cloud-free summit estimate95% Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:01 · Sunset 18:59 · 12.0 hours daylight

The day on the hill

Little rain and limited summit cloud on Gragareth: summit wind broadly 0-15 mph, with gusts 10-20 mph at times (light winds).

Cloud & views

Cloud base around 900–1200 m in the morning, lifting to 1500–1800 m around midday and 1400–1700 m by late afternoon. The summit is likely to stay mostly clear.

Rain & temperature

Little or no rain is forecast. Forecast models disagree markedly on summit wind strength.

Check again nearer the time.

Forecast confidence

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

Cloud-free timing: Around 80% early, improving to around 95% later.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 10.9 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
2.9 h

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

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Excellent Summit winds around 0-10 mph. Gusts around 5-15 mph are possible on exposed ground.
91/100
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Excellent Summit winds around 5-15 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground.
96/100

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaExposed camping is not recommended near 600 m: gusts may reach about 45 mph. Sustained winds may reach about 35 mph at times. Choose an alternative off the exposed hill. Do not rely on finding shelter after setting out. 19/100Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Saturday 26 September 2026

Full overnight outlook

Exposed camping is not recommended near 600 m: gusts may reach about 45 mph. Sustained winds may reach about 35 mph at times. Choose an alternative off the exposed hill. Do not rely on finding shelter after setting out. Open-hillside camping looks very poor overall around 600 m (19/100). Peak gusts range from about 40 mph at 300 m to 45 mph at 600 m. Around 1.4 mm is forecast, with rain liable to affect both pitching and packing up. Pitches near 600 m may spend part of the night in cloud, bringing damp conditions and poor visibility while cloud is present. Condensation risk is high near 300 and 600 m. Ventilation will matter.

Overnight rain1.4 mm Open ground · 600 m20 mph · gusts 46 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 6°C or lower

Moon overnight

Near-full moon

Illuminated disc
100%
Moonrise
18:34 BST
Moonset
Outside this window

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

Overnight window: 26 Sep, 17:00 BST to 27 Sep, 08:00 BST. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m39/100 · poor
Wind / gust
16 mph / 38 mph
Typical / low
8.9°C / 8.1°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
600 m19/100 · very poor
Wind / gust
20 mph / 46 mph
Typical / low
8.7°C / 8.1°C · much of the night
In cloud
27% of modelled night
Condensation
High

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

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaRock may be damp or still drying. Good70/100 View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Conditions for exposed scrambling look fair (70/100). Some rock may still be damp or drying, especially on polished slabs and vegetated sections. The mapped summit rock is Mudstone, siltstone and sandstone (Alston Formation). Usually rough and grippy when dry. Damp sandstone and gritstone can feel greasy, and saturated sandstone may be weakened, so let the rock dry fully.

Rock surfaceDamp or dryingPeak gust14 mphRain0.0 mm
Main concerndamp or incompletely dried rock possible
Mapped summit rock Mudstone, siltstone and sandstone Alston Formation
Origin
Sedimentary
Rock family
Sandstone or gritstone
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Rock-response profile
High confidence
View the summit BGS record

Usually rough and grippy when dry. Damp sandstone and gritstone can feel greasy, and saturated sandstone may be weakened, so let the rock dry fully. Summit-point bedrock mapping; the actual route may cross different rock, superficial deposits, polish, lichen or seepage.

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

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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaCloud breaks may offer some views of the stars. Moonlight washes out fainter stars. View forecastClose forecast

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Night beginning 2026-09-26. All times are UK local time.

Aurora outlook

Increased potential: activity may reach this horizon. Too early to forecast.

A broad activity outlook, not a forecast of a visible display. Cloud and activity can change before the night.

Stargazing

Mixed sky conditions during the best available spell: 26 Sep, 21:00 BST to 22:00 BST.

Cloud breaks may offer some views of the stars. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

A bright Moon remains above the horizon through full darkness, washing out fainter stars and meteors.

Sky conditions through the night
Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
TimeViewing conditions
26 Sep, 21:00 BST to 22:00 BSTMixed sky conditions

Cloud breaks may offer some views of the stars. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

26 Sep, 22:00 BST to 23:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud breaks may offer some views of the stars. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

26 Sep, 23:00 BST to 27 Sep, 00:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud breaks may offer some views of the stars. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

27 Sep, 00:00 BST to 01:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

27 Sep, 01:00 BST to 02:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

Limited model coverage.

27 Sep, 02:00 BST to 03:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

Limited model coverage.

27 Sep, 03:00 BST to 04:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

Limited model coverage.

27 Sep, 04:00 BST to 05:00 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

Limited model coverage.

27 Sep, 05:00 BST to 05:05 BSTPoor sky conditions

Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.

Limited model coverage.

Moon, darkness and meteor showers

Near-full moon, about 100% illuminated.

Moonrise around 26 Sep, 18:35 BST.

Moonset around 27 Sep, 07:50 BST.

Full darkness: 26 Sep, 21:00 BST to 27 Sep, 05:05 BST.

Moon times assume an open horizon. Hills can hide the Moon sooner. Moon-free does not mean cloud-free.

Southern Taurids are active on this night. Activity may be much lower away from the peak.

  • Draconids: peak around 9 October 2026.
  • Southern Taurids: peak around 10 October 2026.
  • Orionids: peak around 21 October 2026.
  • Northern Taurids: peak around 12 November 2026.
  • Leonids: peak around 18 November 2026.
  • Geminids: peak around 14 December 2026.
  • Ursids: peak around 22 December 2026.

Dates from the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Activity dates do not guarantee visible meteors. Look across a broad, dark sky, not only north.

Darkness of the surroundings

Estimated darkness rank 894 of 980 assessed peaks (1 is darkest), based on surrounding artificial light in 2021. This is not a measurement of tonight’s sky.

2021 artificial-light baseline, not measured sky brightness or a Bortle class. Changes to lighting, blue-rich LEDs, terrain screening, atmospheric scattering and cloud-reflected light are not resolved. Similar ranks are not meaningfully distinct. Darkness is not a recommendation to climb a summit at night.

VIIRS nighttime lights: Earth Observation Group, Payne Institute for Public Policy, Colorado School of Mines. Reprocessed by OpenGeoHub/OpenLandMap. Cropped and ranked by Mountain Weather.

Sky-weather grades exclude light pollution, terrain and thin haze. They are not mountain safety ratings. Check the mountain and camping forecast separately. Accessible lower viewpoints may be a better choice than summits.

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Confidence: Unavailable
Overall hill weather29/100Poor
Wind20-35 mph southwesterly Gusts40-50 mph Feels like2 to 6°C PrecipitationAround 10-20 mm Cloud-free summit estimate65% Cloud base through day700-1,000 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:03 · Sunset 18:57 · 11.9 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A wet day on Gragareth: summit wind broadly 20-35 mph, with gusts 40-50 mph at times (strong winds).

Things to watch

Thunderstorms are forecast from around midday into the evening. Avoid exposed summits and ridges during the risk period.

If a thunderstorm develops, sudden gusts and heavy rain can change conditions quickly. Visibility may drop briefly in showers.

High spate risk through the day and overnight, with forecast rain and subsequent runoff. Risk may continue beyond the daytime period shown. Timings are approximate, not a guarantee of safe crossings afterwards. Burns and unbridged crossings may become difficult or impassable. Turn back if a crossing looks unsafe.

Wind & exposure

Much calmer lower down - generally 10-20 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops.

Cloud & views

Cloud base mostly around 700–1000 m through daylight. The summit is likely to stay mostly clear.

Cloud-height uncertainty could put the summit in or out of cloud. Clear spells may be difficult to time.

Cloud may hang lower on southwestern slopes and lift somewhat on the northeastern side, but local terrain can differ. Drizzle is forecast for much of the day, with some passing showers too.

The forecast total is around 10-20 mm, but local amounts will vary. Forecast models differ on summit wind strength.

Treat the wind figures as a guide. Exposed tops may feel chilly in the wind.

A windproof layer will help, with an extra warm layer for stops. If clothing gets wet, you can cool more quickly.

Keep a dry warm layer protected. Buffeting may affect balance on exposed ground, particularly near ridges and edges.

Forecast confidence

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

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 8.6 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
3.7 h
Later
1.2 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 40-50 mph are possible on exposed ground. Buffeting may affect balance on exposed ground, particularly near ridges and edges. Rain is forecast during this period.
49/100
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Poor More rain is expected. Summit winds around 20-30 mph. Gusts around 35-45 mph are possible on exposed ground. Buffeting may affect balance on exposed ground, particularly near ridges and edges. Rain is forecast during this period.
9/100

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaHigh thunderstorm risk. Avoid an exposed pitch if storms develop. 13/100Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details
Night beginning Sunday 27 September 2026

Full overnight outlook

Open-hillside camping looks very poor overall around 600 m (13/100). Open-ground gusts may reach about 35 mph. Seek meaningful shelter. Peak gusts range from about 30 mph at 300 m to 35 mph at 600 m. Roughly 16.5 mm is forecast overnight, with rain liable to affect both pitching and packing up. Condensation risk is high near 300 and 600 m, so a wet pack-up is possible. Ventilation will matter. High thunderstorm risk, broadly from late afternoon into the evening. Avoid exposed ridges and summits and be prepared to descend.

Overnight rain16.5 mm Open ground · 600 m18 mph · gusts 34 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 6°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waning gibbous moon

Illuminated disc
98%
Moonrise
18:44 BST
Moonset
Outside this window

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

Overnight window: 27 Sep, 17:00 BST to 28 Sep, 08:00 BST. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m14/100 · very poor
Wind / gust
15 mph / 28 mph
Typical / low
9.3°C / 8.9°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
600 m13/100 · very poor
Wind / gust
18 mph / 34 mph
Typical / low
9.3°C / 8.9°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High

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

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaHigh thunderstorm risk. Avoid exposed rock if storms develop. Wet rock is likely. Gusts near 45 mph may affect balance on exposed rock. Poor0/100 View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Conditions for exposed scrambling look very poor (0/100). Rain during the climbing period is likely to leave rock wet and more slippery. The mapped summit rock is Mudstone, siltstone and sandstone (Alston Formation). Usually rough and grippy when dry. Damp sandstone and gritstone can feel greasy, and saturated sandstone may be weakened, so let the rock dry fully. Gusts may reach about 45 mph. Crosswinds can make exposed ridges substantially more serious. High thunderstorm risk, broadly from around midday into the evening. Avoid committing to exposed ground if storms develop.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust44 mphRain16.5 mm
Main factorshigh thunderstorm risk on exposed groundgusts around 45 mphwet rock likely
Mapped summit rock Mudstone, siltstone and sandstone Alston Formation
Origin
Sedimentary
Rock family
Sandstone or gritstone
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Rock-response profile
High confidence
View the summit BGS record

Usually rough and grippy when dry. Damp sandstone and gritstone can feel greasy, and saturated sandstone may be weakened, so let the rock dry fully. Summit-point bedrock mapping; the actual route may cross different rock, superficial deposits, polish, lichen or seepage.

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

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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaNight-sky guidance is unavailable for this night. View forecastClose forecast

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Night-sky guidance is unavailable for this night. This does not mean clear skies or no aurora.

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

Forecast run: 2026-09-20

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