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Confidence: Medium
Overall hill weather32/100Poor
Wind20-35 mph westerlyGusts40-50 mphFeels like-4 to 0°CPrecipitationUp to around 2 mmCloud-free summit estimate45%Cloud base through day500-1,100 mFreezing levelAbove summitDaylightSunrise 07:01 · Sunset 19:27 · 12.4 hours daylight
The day on the hill
Frequent summit cloud on Ruadh-stac Beag: summit wind broadly 20-35 mph, with gusts 40-50 mph at times (strong winds).
Wind & exposure
Much calmer lower down - generally 10-20 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops.
Cloud & views
Cloud base around 500–800 m in the morning, lifting to 800–1100 m around midday. Cloud is likely to come and go across the top, with views in the clearer spells.
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.
Rain & temperature
The ground is likely to be wet after recent rain. Little or no rain is forecast.
Cold on exposed tops: air temperature broadly 2 to 6°C, feeling around -4 to 0°C in the wind.
Forecast confidence
Cloud height remains uncertain, especially where it is close to summit level. Keep windproof and warm layers readily available.
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 15% early, improving to around 55% later.
Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine
The surrounding model grid indicates 3.9 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.
Cloud may obscure this summit even while the surrounding model grid indicates sunshine. The low cloud-free summit estimate is a reason to be cautious about expecting views.
Morning · 08:00–12:00
PoorSummit 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. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later.
27/100
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00
PoorSummit winds around 20-30 mph. Gusts around 30-40 mph are possible on exposed ground. Buffeting may affect balance on exposed ground, particularly near ridges and edges. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later.
38/100
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaGusts near 40 mph make meaningful shelter important.59/100Mixed · 600 mView detailsHide details
Night beginning Sunday 20 September 2026
Full overnight outlook
Open-hillside camping looks mixed overall around 600 m (59/100). A lower pitch near 300 m looks more comfortable. Conditions are less suitable by 900 m. Open-ground gusts may reach about 40 mph. Seek meaningful shelter. Peak gusts range from about 30 mph at 300 m to 40 mph at 900 m. Wind direction may change substantially during the night. Shelter that works at dusk may be less effective later. A little rain may coincide with pitching or packing up. Pitches near 900 m may spend part of the night in cloud, bringing damp conditions and poor visibility while cloud is present. Condensation risk is high near 900 m. Ventilation will matter. The coldest temperature falls from about 6.6°C at 300 m to 4.8°C at 900 m.
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 m59/100 · mixed
Wind / gust
15 mph / 28 mph
Typical / low
7.2°C / 6.6°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
600 m59/100 · mixed
Wind / gust
17 mph / 33 mph
Typical / low
7.2°C / 6.6°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
900 m39/100 · poor
Wind / gust
20 mph / 38 mph
Typical / low
5.5°C / 4.8°C · a brief spell
In cloud
73% 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.
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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaWet rock is likely. Gusts near 45 mph may affect balance on exposed rock.Poor0/100View 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 Quartz-arenite (Pipe Rock Member). 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. Cloud may also make route-finding and retreat harder.
Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust45 mphRain0.2 mm
Main factorsgusts around 45 mphwet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud
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.
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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaCloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.View forecastClose forecast
After dark: aurora and stargazing
Night beginning 2026-09-20. All times are UK local time.
Stargazing
Poor sky conditions during the best available spell: 20 Sep, 22:00 BST to 23:00 BST.
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.
Moon-free dark sky: 20 Sep, 23:35 BST to 21 Sep, 04:50 BST.
Sky conditions through the night
Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
Time
Viewing conditions
20 Sep, 21:40 BST to 22:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.
20 Sep, 22:00 BST to 23:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.
20 Sep, 23:00 BST to 21 Sep, 00:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.
21 Sep, 00:00 BST to 01:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.
21 Sep, 01:00 BST to 02:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.
21 Sep, 02:00 BST to 03:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.
21 Sep, 03:00 BST to 04:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing.
21 Sep, 04:00 BST to 04:50 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing.
Moon, darkness and meteor showers
Gibbous moon, about 69% illuminated.
Moonrise around 20 Sep, 18:05 BST.
Moonset around 20 Sep, 23:35 BST.
Full darkness: 20 Sep, 21:40 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 73 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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This is about Ruadh-stac Beag on Sunday 20 September 2026. It asks about intentions, not whether you actually went out. No name or account is needed.
Wind20-35 mph southwesterlyGusts40-50 mphFeels like4 to 8°CPrecipitationAround 2-5 mmCloud-free summit estimate20%Cloud base through day600-900 mFreezing levelAbove summitDaylightSunrise 07:03 · Sunset 19:24 · 12.3 hours daylight
The day on the hill
Strong gusts and frequent summit cloud on Ruadh-stac Beag: summit wind broadly 20-35 mph, with gusts 40-50 mph at times (strong winds). Hill cloud may make navigation difficult, with very poor visibility in wetter spells.
Wind & exposure
Much calmer lower down - generally 10-20 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops. Gusts may knock you off balance on exposed ground, even between spells of lighter wind.
Cloud & views
Cloud base mostly around 600–900 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 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 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 27-40 mph at walker height, with gusts 38-55 mph.
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.
Morning · 08:00–12:00
PoorSummit winds around 15-25 mph. Gusts around 25-35 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.
20/100
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00
PoorSummit 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.
17/100
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaExposed camping is not recommended near 600 and 900 m: gusts may reach about 55 mph. Sustained winds may reach about 40 mph at times. Choose an alternative off the exposed hill. Do not rely on finding shelter after setting out.19/100Poor · 600 mView detailsHide details
Night beginning Monday 21 September 2026
Full overnight outlook
Exposed camping is not recommended near 600 and 900 m: gusts may reach about 55 mph. Sustained winds may reach about 40 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 55 mph at 900 m. Roughly 5.4 mm is forecast overnight, with rain liable to affect both pitching and packing up. Pitches near 900 m may spend part of the night in cloud, bringing damp conditions and poor visibility while cloud is present. Condensation risk is high near 300, 600 and 900 m. Ventilation will matter. The coldest temperature falls from about 11°C at 300 m to 9.3°C at 900 m.
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 m39/100 · poor
Wind / gust
25 mph / 40 mph
Typical / low
11.2°C / 11.0°C
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
600 m19/100 · very poor
Wind / gust
30 mph / 48 mph
Typical / low
11.2°C / 11.0°C
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
900 m9/100 · very poor
Wind / gust
35 mph / 56 mph
Typical / low
9.8°C / 9.3°C · much of the night
In cloud
100% of modelled night
Condensation
High
Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a 2-season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 8°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.
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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaWet rock is likely. Gusts near 45 mph may affect balance on exposed rock.Poor0/100View 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 Quartz-arenite (Pipe Rock Member). 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. Cloud may also make route-finding and retreat harder.
Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust43 mphRain3.1 mm
Main factorsgusts around 45 mphwet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud
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.
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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaCloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.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: 22 Sep, 02:00 BST to 03:00 BST.
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.
Moon-free dark sky: 22 Sep, 01:00 BST to 04:50 BST.
Sky conditions through the night
Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
Time
Viewing conditions
21 Sep, 21:40 BST to 22:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.
21 Sep, 22:00 BST to 23:00 BST
Poor 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 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.
22 Sep, 00:00 BST to 01:00 BST
Poor 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 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.
22 Sep, 02:00 BST to 03:00 BST
Poor 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 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.
22 Sep, 04:00 BST to 04:50 BST
Poor 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 78% illuminated.
Moonrise around 21 Sep, 18:20 BST.
Moonset around 22 Sep, 01:00 BST.
Full darkness: 21 Sep, 21:40 BST to 22 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 73 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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This is about Ruadh-stac Beag on Monday 21 September 2026. It asks about intentions, not whether you actually went out. No name or account is needed.
Wind10-35 mph southwesterlyGusts40-50 mphFeels like2 to 6°CPrecipitationAround 2-5 mmCloud-free summit estimate50%Cloud base through day600-1,800 mFreezing levelAbove summitDaylightSunrise 07:05 · Sunset 19:21 · 12.3 hours daylight
The day on the hill
Strong gusts on Ruadh-stac Beag: summit wind broadly 10-35 mph, with gusts 40-50 mph at times (strong winds).
Wind & exposure
Much calmer lower down - generally 5-15 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops. Gusts may knock you off balance on exposed ground, even between spells of lighter wind.
Cloud & views
Cloud base around 600–900 m in the morning, lifting to 800–1100 m around midday and 1500–1800 m by late afternoon. The top is likely to drift in and out of cloud, with the best chance of a view from late afternoon into the evening.
Cloud-height 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. Sunny spells are possible away from summit cloud, but may not reach the top while it is in cloud.
Rain & temperature
Rain and drizzle are forecast at times. The forecast total is around 2-5 mm, but local amounts will vary.
Forecast models differ on summit wind strength: around 23-38 mph at walker height, with gusts 32-53 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. Forecast models differ on whether meaningful rain reaches the hills during the main walking period.
Cloud-free timing: Around 20% early, improving to around 80% later.
Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine
The surrounding model grid indicates 4.3 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.
Morning · 08:00–12:00
PoorSummit winds around 25-35 mph early in the morning, easing to 15-25 mph later. Gusts around 40-50 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts may knock you off balance on exposed ground, even between spells of lighter wind. Rain is forecast during this period.
18/100
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00
GoodWinds ease compared with the morning. Rain also eases. Summit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 15-25 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later. Rain is possible during the afternoon, but forecast models disagree on whether it will fall.
75/100
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA cold night is forecast near 900 m, with the cold lasting several hours.86/100Excellent · 600 mView detailsHide details
Night beginning Tuesday 22 September 2026
Full overnight outlook
Open-hillside camping looks promising overall around 600 m (86/100). Light winds are expected on open ground, though local shelter and exposure still matter. Peak gusts range from about 15 mph at 300 m to 20 mph at 900 m. A little rain may coincide with pitching or packing up. Some condensation is possible overnight. The coldest temperature falls from about 6.2°C at 300 m to 3.6°C at 900 m.
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 m87/100 · promising
Wind / gust
6 mph / 13 mph
Typical / low
7.1°C / 6.2°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
600 m86/100 · promising
Wind / gust
8 mph / 15 mph
Typical / low
7.1°C / 6.2°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
900 m78/100 · promising
Wind / gust
9 mph / 18 mph
Typical / low
5.2°C / 3.6°C · several hours
In cloud
20% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a 3-season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 4°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.
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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaWet rock is likely. Gusts near 45 mph may affect balance on exposed rock.Poor0/100View 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 Quartz-arenite (Pipe Rock Member). 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. Cloud may also make route-finding and retreat harder.
Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust45 mphRain3.3 mm
Main factorsgusts around 45 mphwet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud
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.
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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 2026-09-22. All times are UK local time.
Stargazing
Poor sky conditions during the best available spell: 22 Sep, 21:35 BST to 22:00 BST.
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
Moon-free dark sky: 23 Sep, 02:25 BST to 04:55 BST.
Sky conditions through the night
Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
Time
Viewing conditions
22 Sep, 21:35 BST to 22:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
22 Sep, 22:00 BST to 23:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
22 Sep, 23:00 BST to 23 Sep, 00:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
23 Sep, 00:00 BST to 01:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
23 Sep, 01:00 BST to 02:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.
23 Sep, 02:00 BST to 03:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky.
23 Sep, 03:00 BST to 04:00 BST
Poor 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 BST
Poor 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 85% illuminated.
Moonrise around 22 Sep, 18:25 BST.
Moonset around 23 Sep, 02:25 BST.
Full darkness: 22 Sep, 21:35 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 73 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
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This is about Ruadh-stac Beag on Tuesday 22 September 2026. It asks about intentions, not whether you actually went out. No name or account is needed.
Wind5-20 mph westerlyGusts15-25 mphFeels like-2 to 2°CPrecipitationUp to around 2 mmCloud-free summit estimate45%Cloud base through day600-1,300 mFreezing levelAbove summitDaylightSunrise 07:07 · Sunset 19:19 · 12.2 hours daylight
The day on the hill
Frequent summit cloud on Ruadh-stac Beag: summit wind broadly 5-20 mph, with gusts 15-25 mph at times (a moderate breeze).
Cloud & views
Cloud base around 600–900 m through the morning, lifting to 1000–1300 m by late afternoon. The top is likely to drift in and out of cloud, with the best chance of a view from late afternoon into the evening.
Cloud-height uncertainty could put the summit in or out of cloud. Clear spells may be difficult to time.
Sunny spells are possible away from summit cloud, but may not reach the top while it is in cloud. Drizzle is forecast at times.
The forecast total is up to around 2 mm, but local amounts will vary. Cold on exposed tops: air temperature broadly 2 to 6°C, feeling around -2 to 2°C in the wind.
Forecast confidence
Cloud height remains uncertain, especially where it is close to summit level. Keep windproof and warm layers readily available.
If clothing gets wet, you can cool more quickly. Keep a dry warm layer protected.
Rain timing may shift by several hours, which could change how much of the main walking period stays dry.
Cloud-free timing: Around 15% early, improving to around 85% later.
Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine
The surrounding model grid indicates 5.8 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.
Cloud may obscure this summit even while the surrounding model grid indicates sunshine. The low cloud-free summit estimate is a reason to be cautious about expecting views.
Morning · 08:00–12:00
MixedSummit winds around 5-15 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.
55/100
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00
MixedSummit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 15-25 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later. Rain is forecast during this period.
63/100
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaGusts near 35 mph make meaningful shelter important.59/100Mixed · 600 mView detailsHide details
Night beginning Wednesday 23 September 2026
Full overnight outlook
Open-hillside camping looks mixed overall around 600 m (59/100). A lower pitch near 300 m looks more comfortable. Conditions are less suitable by 900 m. Open-ground gusts may reach about 35 mph. Seek meaningful shelter. Peak gusts range from about 25 mph at 300 m to 35 mph at 900 m. Wind direction may change substantially during the night. Shelter that works at dusk may be less effective later. Little overnight rain is forecast. Some condensation is possible overnight. The coldest temperature falls from about 5.9°C at 300 m to 3°C at 900 m.
Views of the Moon may come and go through cloud breaks. Illumination describes the sunlit part of the Moon, not brightness at your pitch.
Overnight window: 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 m76/100 · promising
Wind / gust
10 mph / 26 mph
Typical / low
6.2°C / 5.9°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Low
600 m59/100 · mixed
Wind / gust
11 mph / 31 mph
Typical / low
6.2°C / 5.9°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Low
900 m39/100 · poor
Wind / gust
13 mph / 35 mph
Typical / low
3.2°C / 3.0°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 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.
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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaWet rock is likely.Poor25/100View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance
Full climbing & scrambling outlook
Conditions for exposed scrambling look poor (25/100). Rain during the climbing period is likely to leave rock wet and more slippery. The mapped summit rock is Quartz-arenite (Pipe Rock Member). 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 gust21 mphRain1.2 mm
Main factorswet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud
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.
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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 2026-09-23. All times are UK local time.
Stargazing
Mixed sky conditions during the best available spell: 23 Sep, 21:30 BST to 22:00 BST.
Clearer spells are possible, but other forecasts keep much of the sky obscured by cloud.
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.
Time
Viewing conditions
23 Sep, 21:30 BST to 22:00 BST
Mixed sky conditions
Clearer spells are possible, but other forecasts keep much of the sky obscured by cloud.
Forecast models disagree.
23 Sep, 22:00 BST to 23:00 BST
Mixed sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
23 Sep, 23:00 BST to 24 Sep, 00:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
24 Sep, 00:00 BST to 01:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud breaks may offer some views of the stars. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
24 Sep, 01:00 BST to 02:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
24 Sep, 02:00 BST to 03:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
24 Sep, 03:00 BST to 04:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.
24 Sep, 04:00 BST to 04:55 BST
Poor 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 92% illuminated.
Moonrise around 23 Sep, 18:30 BST.
Moonset around 24 Sep, 03:50 BST.
Full darkness: 23 Sep, 21:30 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 73 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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This is about Ruadh-stac Beag on Wednesday 23 September 2026. It asks about intentions, not whether you actually went out. No name or account is needed.
Wind30-50 mph southwesterlyGusts60-70 mphFeels like-4 to 0°CPrecipitationAround 2-5 mmCloud-free summit estimate80%Cloud base through day1,000-1,700 mFreezing levelAbove summitDaylightSunrise 07:09 · Sunset 19:16 · 12.1 hours daylight
The day on the hill
Strong gusts on Ruadh-stac Beag: summit wind broadly 30-50 mph, with gusts 60-70 mph at times (gale-force mean winds at times).
Wind & exposure
Much calmer lower down - generally 10-20 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops. Cloud-height uncertainty could put the summit in or out of cloud.
Clear spells may be difficult to time.
Cloud & views
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 around 2-5 mm, but local amounts will vary.
Cold on exposed tops: air temperature broadly 2 to 6°C, feeling around -4 to 0°C in the wind. Forecast models differ on summit wind strength: around 39-57 mph at walker height, with gusts 55-79 mph.
Forecast confidence
Cloud height remains uncertain, especially where it is close to summit level. Keep windproof and warm layers readily available.
If clothing gets wet, you can cool more quickly. Keep a dry warm layer protected.
The strongest gusts could knock you over on exposed ground. Avoid exposed ridges and edges.
Rain timing may shift by several hours, which could change how much of the main walking period stays dry.
Cloud-free timing: Around 95% early, falling to around 75% later.
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.
Morning · 08:00–12:00
PoorSummit winds around 20-30 mph early in the morning, strengthening to 30-40 mph later. Gusts around 45-55 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts may knock you off balance on exposed ground, even between spells of lighter wind.
43/100
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00
PoorSummit winds around 25-35 mph in the early afternoon, strengthening to 40-50 mph later. Gusts around 55-65 mph are possible on exposed ground. The strongest gusts could knock you over on exposed ground. Avoid exposed ridges and edges. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later. Rain is forecast during this period. Rain is possible during the afternoon, but forecast models disagree on whether it will fall.
28/100
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaExposed camping is not recommended near 300, 600 and 900 m: gusts may reach about 70 mph. Sustained winds may reach about 50 mph at times. Choose an alternative off the exposed hill. Do not rely on finding shelter after setting out.9/100Poor · 600 mView detailsHide details
Night beginning Thursday 24 September 2026
Full overnight outlook
Exposed camping is not recommended near 300, 600 and 900 m: gusts may reach about 70 mph. Sustained winds may reach about 50 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 (9/100). Peak gusts range from about 50 mph at 300 m to 70 mph at 900 m. Roughly 19.9 mm is forecast overnight, including rain around pitching time. Pitches near 600 and 900 m may spend part of the night in cloud, bringing damp conditions and poor visibility while cloud is present. Condensation risk is high near 300, 600 and 900 m. Ventilation will matter. The coldest temperature falls from about 8.7°C at 300 m to 6.5°C at 900 m.
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 m9/100 · very poor
Wind / gust
29 mph / 49 mph
Typical / low
9.5°C / 8.7°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
600 m9/100 · very poor
Wind / gust
35 mph / 59 mph
Typical / low
9.2°C / 8.4°C · much of the night
In cloud
80% of modelled night
Condensation
High
900 m0/100 · very poor
Wind / gust
41 mph / 70 mph
Typical / low
7.3°C / 6.5°C · much of the night
In cloud
87% 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.
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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaWet rock is likely. Gusts near 65 mph may affect balance on exposed rock.Poor0/100View 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 Quartz-arenite (Pipe Rock Member). 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 65 mph. Crosswinds can make exposed ridges substantially more serious.
Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust65 mphRain1.5 mm
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.
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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaCloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. 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. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. 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.
Time
Viewing conditions
24 Sep, 21:30 BST to 22:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
24 Sep, 22:00 BST to 23:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
24 Sep, 23:00 BST to 25 Sep, 00:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
25 Sep, 00:00 BST to 01:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
25 Sep, 01:00 BST to 02:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
25 Sep, 02:00 BST to 03:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
25 Sep, 03:00 BST to 04:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
25 Sep, 04:00 BST to 05:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects.
Moon, darkness and meteor showers
Near-full moon, about 96% illuminated.
Moonrise around 24 Sep, 18:35 BST.
Moonset around 25 Sep, 05:15 BST.
Full darkness: 24 Sep, 21:30 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 73 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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This is about Ruadh-stac Beag on Thursday 24 September 2026. It asks about intentions, not whether you actually went out. No name or account is needed.
Wind15-30 mph southwesterlyGusts30-40 mphFeels like0 to 4°CPrecipitationUp to around 2 mmCloud-free summit estimate15%Cloud base through day500-800 mFreezing levelAbove summitDaylightSunrise 07:11 · Sunset 19:13 · 12.0 hours daylight
The day on the hill
Frequent summit cloud on Ruadh-stac Beag: summit wind broadly 15-30 mph, with gusts 30-40 mph at times (a fresh breeze).
Things to watch
Possible spate risk during the morning, after earlier rain. Timings are approximate, not a guarantee of safe crossings afterwards. Burns and unbridged crossings may rise quickly. Turn back if a crossing looks unsafe.
Wind & exposure
Much calmer lower down - generally 5-15 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops.
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 southwestern slopes and lift somewhat on the northeastern side, but local terrain can differ. Any sunshine may be confined to lower ground or breaks away from the summit.
Drizzle is forecast at times. The forecast total is up to around 2 mm, but local amounts will vary.
Cold on exposed tops: air temperature broadly 4 to 8°C, feeling around 0 to 4°C in the wind. Forecast models differ on summit wind strength: around 20-29 mph at walker height, with gusts 27-40 mph.
Forecast confidence
Cloud height remains uncertain, especially where it is close to summit level. A windproof layer will help, with an extra warm layer for stops.
Forecast models differ on whether meaningful rain reaches the hills during the main walking period.
Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine
The surrounding model grid indicates 9.4 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.
Cloud may obscure this summit even while the surrounding model grid indicates sunshine. The low cloud-free summit estimate is a reason to be cautious about expecting views.
Morning · 08:00–12:00
PoorSummit winds around 20-30 mph. Gusts around 30-40 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is possible during the morning, but forecast models disagree on whether it will fall.
36/100
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00
PoorSummit winds around 15-25 mph. Gusts around 25-35 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period. Some forecast models bring rain during the afternoon, while others keep it mostly dry.
39/100
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaCondensation risk is high near 300, 600 and 900 m.54/100Mixed · 600 mView detailsHide details
Night beginning Friday 25 September 2026
Full overnight outlook
Open-hillside camping looks mixed overall around 600 m (54/100). It may be breezy on open ground, with gusts near 30 mph. Peak gusts range from about 20 mph at 300 m to 30 mph at 900 m. Little overnight rain is forecast. Pitches near 600 and 900 m may spend part of the night in cloud, bringing damp conditions and poor visibility while cloud is present. Condensation risk is high near 300, 600 and 900 m. Ventilation will matter. The coldest temperature falls from about 7°C at 300 m to 3.8°C at 900 m.
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: 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
13 mph / 20 mph
Typical / low
7.2°C / 7.0°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
600 m54/100 · mixed
Wind / gust
16 mph / 24 mph
Typical / low
7.0°C / 6.8°C · much of the night
In cloud
100% of modelled night
Condensation
High
900 m54/100 · mixed
Wind / gust
18 mph / 28 mph
Typical / low
5.0°C / 3.8°C · several hours
In cloud
100% 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.
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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaWet rock is likely. Gusts near 35 mph may affect balance on exposed rock.Poor0/100View 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 Quartz-arenite (Pipe Rock Member). 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. Cloud may also make route-finding and retreat harder.
Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust35 mphRain0.6 mm
Main factorsgusts around 35 mphwet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud
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.
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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, 21:25 BST to 22:00 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.
Time
Viewing conditions
25 Sep, 21:25 BST to 22:00 BST
Poor 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 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
25 Sep, 23:00 BST to 26 Sep, 00:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
26 Sep, 00:00 BST to 01:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
26 Sep, 01:00 BST to 02:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
26 Sep, 02:00 BST to 03:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
26 Sep, 03:00 BST to 04:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
26 Sep, 04:00 BST to 05:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Reduced visibility may obscure faint objects. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
Moon, darkness and meteor showers
Near-full moon, about 99% illuminated.
Moonrise around 25 Sep, 18:40 BST.
Moonset around 26 Sep, 06:40 BST.
Full darkness: 25 Sep, 21:25 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 73 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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This is about Ruadh-stac Beag on Friday 25 September 2026. It asks about intentions, not whether you actually went out. No name or account is needed.
Wind20-35 mph southwesterlyGusts35-45 mphFeels like-2 to 2°CPrecipitationAround 2-5 mmCloud-free summit estimate55%Cloud base through day700-1,700 mFreezing levelAbove summitDaylightSunrise 07:13 · Sunset 19:10 · 11.9 hours daylight
The day on the hill
A wet day with extensive summit cloud on Ruadh-stac Beag: summit wind broadly 20-35 mph, with gusts 35-45 mph at times (strong winds). Patchy mist is possible in sheltered valleys early on.
Wind & exposure
Much calmer lower down - generally 5-15 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops.
Cloud & views
Cloud base around 700–1000 m in the morning, then around 1400–1700 m around midday and 700–1000 m by late afternoon. The top is likely to drift in and out of cloud, with the best chance of a view from late morning into midday.
Cloud-height 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. 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 2-5 mm, but local amounts will vary.
Cold on exposed tops: air temperature broadly 2 to 6°C, feeling around -2 to 2°C in the wind. Forecast models disagree markedly on summit wind strength.
Check again nearer the time.
Forecast confidence
Cloud height remains uncertain, especially where it is close to summit level. Keep windproof and warm layers readily available.
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. Overall confidence is unavailable: insufficient comparable wind, rain guidance.
Cloud-free timing: Best around midday at about 80%, compared with around 35% early and 30% later.
Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine
The surrounding model grid indicates 10.8 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.
Morning · 08:00–12:00
MixedSummit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later. Rain is forecast during this period.
66/100
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00
PoorWinds strengthen compared with the morning. 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. Summit cloud becomes more persistent later. Rain is forecast during this period.
35/100
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaExposed camping is not recommended near 300, 600 and 900 m: gusts may reach about 65 mph. Sustained winds may reach about 45 mph at times. Choose an alternative off the exposed hill. Do not rely on finding shelter after setting out.9/100Poor · 600 mView detailsHide details
Night beginning Saturday 26 September 2026
Full overnight outlook
Exposed camping is not recommended near 300, 600 and 900 m: gusts may reach about 65 mph. Sustained winds may reach about 45 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 (9/100). Peak gusts range from about 45 mph at 300 m to 65 mph at 900 m. Roughly 11.4 mm is forecast overnight, with rain liable to affect both pitching and packing up. Pitches near 900 m may spend part of the night in cloud, bringing damp conditions and poor visibility while cloud is present. Condensation risk is high near 300, 600 and 900 m. Ventilation will matter.
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 m19/100 · very poor
Wind / gust
27 mph / 45 mph
Typical / low
9.0°C / 8.2°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
600 m9/100 · very poor
Wind / gust
32 mph / 54 mph
Typical / low
9.0°C / 8.2°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
900 m0/100 · very poor
Wind / gust
38 mph / 64 mph
Typical / low
6.9°C / 6.7°C · much of the night
In cloud
100% 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.
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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaWet rock is likely. Gusts near 40 mph may affect balance on exposed rock.Poor11/100View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance
Full climbing & scrambling outlook
Conditions for exposed scrambling look very poor (11/100). Rain during the climbing period is likely to leave rock wet and more slippery. The mapped summit rock is Quartz-arenite (Pipe Rock Member). 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 40 mph. Crosswinds can make exposed ridges substantially more serious. Cloud may also make route-finding and retreat harder.
Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust41 mphRain3.2 mm
Main factorsgusts around 40 mphwet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud
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.
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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 2026-09-26. 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
Poor sky conditions during the best available spell: 26 Sep, 21:20 BST to 22:00 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.
Time
Viewing conditions
26 Sep, 21:20 BST to 22:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
Limited model coverage.
26 Sep, 22:00 BST to 23:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
Limited model coverage.
26 Sep, 23:00 BST to 27 Sep, 00:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
Limited model coverage.
27 Sep, 00:00 BST to 01:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
Limited model coverage.
27 Sep, 01:00 BST to 02:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
Limited model coverage.
27 Sep, 02:00 BST to 03:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
Limited model coverage.
27 Sep, 03:00 BST to 04:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
Limited model coverage.
27 Sep, 04:00 BST to 05:00 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
Limited model coverage.
27 Sep, 05:00 BST to 05:05 BST
Poor sky conditions
Cloud is likely to obscure much of the sky. Rain may interrupt viewing. Moonlight washes out fainter stars.
Limited model coverage.
Moon, darkness and meteor showers
Near-full moon, about 100% illuminated.
Moonrise around 26 Sep, 18:45 BST.
Full darkness: 26 Sep, 21:20 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 73 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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This is about Ruadh-stac Beag on Saturday 26 September 2026. It asks about intentions, not whether you actually went out. No name or account is needed.
Wind20-35 mph southwesterlyGusts40-50 mphFeels like-2 to 2°CPrecipitationAround 2-5 mmCloud-free summit estimate80%Cloud base through day600-1,800 mFreezing levelAbove summitDaylightSunrise 07:16 · Sunset 19:07 · 11.9 hours daylight
The day on the hill
On Ruadh-stac Beag: summit wind broadly 20-35 mph, with gusts 40-50 mph at times (strong winds).
Wind & exposure
Much calmer lower down - generally 5-15 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops.
Cloud & views
Cloud base around 600–900 m in the morning, lifting to 1500–1800 m around midday and 1400–1700 m by late afternoon. 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 southwestern slopes and lift somewhat on the northeastern 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 2-5 mm, but local amounts will vary.
Cold on exposed tops: air temperature broadly 2 to 6°C, feeling around -2 to 2°C in the wind.
Forecast confidence
Cloud height remains uncertain, especially where it is close to summit level. Keep windproof and warm layers readily available.
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. Overall confidence is unavailable: insufficient comparable wind, rain guidance.
Cloud-free timing: Cloudy early, clearing later.
Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine
The surrounding model grid indicates 11 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.
Morning · 08:00–12:00
PoorSummit 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. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later. Rain is forecast during this period.
28/100
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00
MixedSummit 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.
59/100
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaGusts near 35 mph make meaningful shelter important.59/100Mixed · 600 mView detailsHide details
Night beginning Sunday 27 September 2026
Full overnight outlook
Open-hillside camping looks mixed overall around 600 m (59/100). A lower pitch near 300 m looks more comfortable. Conditions are less suitable by 900 m. Open-ground gusts may reach about 35 mph. Seek meaningful shelter. Peak gusts range from about 25 mph at 300 m to 35 mph at 900 m. Around 3 mm is forecast, with rain liable to affect both pitching and packing up. Pitches near 900 m may spend part of the night in cloud, bringing damp conditions and poor visibility while cloud is present. Condensation risk is high near 900 m. Ventilation will matter. It may be only a few degrees above freezing at the coldest point of the night near 900 m. Around 600 m it looks cold for several hours, rather than only dipping briefly to 3.9°C.
Views of the Moon may come and go through cloud breaks. Illumination describes the sunlit part of the Moon, not brightness at your pitch.
Overnight window: 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 m69/100 · reasonable
Wind / gust
17 mph / 25 mph
Typical / low
5.8°C / 3.9°C · several hours
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
600 m59/100 · mixed
Wind / gust
20 mph / 30 mph
Typical / low
5.8°C / 3.9°C · several hours
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
900 m39/100 · poor
Wind / gust
23 mph / 36 mph
Typical / low
3.2°C / 2.6°C · much of the night
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 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.
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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaWet rock is likely. Gusts near 45 mph may affect balance on exposed rock.Poor13/100View detailsHide details
Generic exposed-rock guidance
Full climbing & scrambling outlook
Conditions for exposed scrambling look very poor (13/100). Rain during the climbing period is likely to leave rock wet and more slippery. The mapped summit rock is Quartz-arenite (Pipe Rock Member). 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.
Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust44 mphRain2.6 mm
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.
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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.
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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This is about Ruadh-stac Beag on Sunday 27 September 2026. It asks about intentions, not whether you actually went out. No name or account is needed.
