Scafell Pike Weather Forecast – 978m, Lake District

Sunday 1 November 2026Confidence: Medium

Overall hill weather58Mixed

Summit wind · 08:00-17:005-15 mph northeasterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0015-25 mph Feels like-2 to 2°C PrecipitationUp to around 2 mm Cloud-free summit estimate30% Cloud base through day700-1,000 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:14 · Sunset 16:37 · 9.4 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A mixed day on Scafell Pike, with cloud coming and going on the summit.

Wind

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

Cloud and visibility

Expect the summit to be in cloud for most of the day. The cloud base could be as low as 700–1000 m early in the morning. In cloud you'll be finding your way without landmarks, so carry navigation you trust and know how to use, with a backup such as a spare battery or a map and compass. Mist or fog is possible in the valleys during the morning, clearing by about 8am.

Rain and ground

Drizzle at first, clearing by mid-afternoon.

Warmth and kit

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

Daylight

Sunset is around 4:35pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

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

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 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.

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

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

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

Night beginning Sunday 1 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

A mixed night to camp, mainly because of the wind. Gusts reach about 35 mph around 900 m and nearer 25 mph around 300 m, so peg out well and use the guylines. Look for shelter from the north. It should stay dry. Up around 900 m you'd likely be in cloud for part of the night: damp, and hard to find your way if you need to move. The air is damp around 300 m and 900 m, so expect heavy condensation. Leave the vents open. A cold night, down to about 1°C around 900 m. A warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag rated to about 0°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.

Overnight rain0.0 mm Open ground · 600 m15 mph · gusts 28 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 0°C or lower

Moon overnight

Last-quarter moon

Illuminated disc: 48%
Moonrise: 22:28 GMT
Moonset: Outside this window

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

Overnight window: 1 Nov, 17:00 GMT to 2 Nov, 08:00 GMT. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 13 mph / 23 mph
Typical / low: 3.7°C / 2.7°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: High

600 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 15 mph / 28 mph
Typical / low: 3.7°C / 2.7°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Moderate

900 m39 · poor

Wind / gust: 18 mph / 33 mph
Typical / low: 2.2°C / 1.2°C · much of the night
In cloud: 27% of modelled night
Condensation: High

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 0°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaPoor conditions for exposed scrambling: wet, slippery rock. Poor23 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock is likely to be wet and slippery through the day. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly volcanic tuff, rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly. On the usual routes up you may also cross andesite, which grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. On the usual routes up you may also cross dolerite, which grips well when dry and is fair when wet. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust15-25 mphRain0.6 mm

Main factorswet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Volcaniclastic sandstone and breccia Seathwaite Fell Sandstone Formation

Origin: Sedimentary
Broad rock-response group: Sandstone or gritstone
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Sandstone or gritstone in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: High confidence

View the summit BGS record

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly. These are general notes for each rock type, from geological map samples at and around the summit. The rock on your line can differ, and lichen, vegetation and seepage all change how it feels underfoot.

Rock groups along the sampled routes

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

Wainwright Bob Graham Round

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Old County Tops

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone, granite, gneiss or gabbro

Wainwright Scafell Pike Langdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

8 rock types appear in the mapped samples

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

Summit-area sample Volcaniclastic sandstone and breccia Seathwaite Fell Sandstone Formation 520–959 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Old County Tops, Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale and 2 more

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

BGS record

Route sample Dacitic lapilli-tuff Lincomb Tarns Tuff Formation 632–853 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Old County Tops, Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale and 1 more

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

BGS record

Route sample Andesite Birker Fell Andesite Formation 69–404 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

Andesite is a hard volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. It is generally solid, but shattered in gullies and on broken ground.

BGS record

Route sample Dacite Scafell Dacite Member 738–843 m samples Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Rhyolitic lapilli-tuff Long Top Tuff Member 512–625 m samples Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Andesite Lake District Ordovician Minor Intrusion Suite Around 550 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Andesite is a hard volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. It is generally solid, but shattered in gullies and on broken ground.

BGS record

Route sample Felsic tuff Crinkle Tuff Member Around 438 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Microgabbro Lake District Ordovician Minor Intrusion Suite Around 336 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Dolerite is a hard, dark, fine-grained rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is usually solid, but it often breaks into blocky columns, so check blocks before you pull on them.

BGS record

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

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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaMostly clear. View forecastClose forecast

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Night beginning 2026-11-01. All times are UK local time.

Aurora is unlikely on this night

A noticeable aurora display is unlikely here. Any glow may be faint or camera-only. Activity peaks around Kp 3.0 (on a 0 to 9 scale). NOAA has a G1 storm watch out for this date, though the timing of the strongest activity can shift.

Activity can change at short notice. Check again on the night.

Stargazing

Very good sky conditions during the best available spell: 1 Nov, 20:00 GMT to 21:00 GMT.

Mostly clear.

Moon-free dark sky: 1 Nov, 18:40 GMT to 22:25 GMT.

Sky conditions through the night

Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
Time	Viewing conditions
1 Nov, 18:40 GMT to 19:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
1 Nov, 19:00 GMT to 20:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
1 Nov, 20:00 GMT to 21:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
1 Nov, 21:00 GMT to 22:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
1 Nov, 22:00 GMT to 23:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
1 Nov, 23:00 GMT to 2 Nov, 00:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
2 Nov, 00:00 GMT to 01:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Mostly clear.
2 Nov, 01:00 GMT to 02:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Mostly clear.
2 Nov, 02:00 GMT to 03:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Mostly clear. Moonlight washes out the fainter stars.
2 Nov, 03:00 GMT to 04:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Mostly clear. Moonlight washes out the fainter stars.
2 Nov, 04:00 GMT to 05:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Mostly clear. Moonlight washes out the fainter stars.
2 Nov, 05:00 GMT to 05:15 GMT	Good sky conditions Mostly clear. Moonlight washes out the fainter stars.

Moon, darkness and meteor showers

Around half moon, about 49% illuminated.

Moonrise around 1 Nov, 22:25 GMT.

Full darkness: 1 Nov, 18:40 GMT to 2 Nov, 05:15 GMT.

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.

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

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

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 562 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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Monday 2 November 2026Confidence: Medium

Overall hill weather82Good

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0015-30 mph northeasterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0025-35 mph Feels like-6 to -2°C PrecipitationLittle or none Cloud-free summit estimate90% Cloud base through day1,000-1,300 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:16 · Sunset 16:35 · 9.3 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A good day on Scafell Pike: dry and breezy, with clear tops for most of the day.

Wind

On the summit expect a north-easterly wind of 15–30 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 25–35 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside the wind will be light, under 10 mph. Gusts like that will be noticeable on ridges and open tops, and you will chill quickly when you stop.

Cloud and visibility

The tops should stay mostly clear of cloud. The cloud base could be as low as 700–1000 m early in the morning. Good spells of sunshine are likely. The air should be clear, so expect far-reaching views as long as the tops stay clear.

Rain and ground

It should stay dry.

Warmth and kit

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

Daylight

Sunset is around 4:35pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

There is some disagreement between forecast models on wind strength. Some of the detail could still change, so have a last look at the forecast in the morning before you set off.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 7.7 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.

Early: 2 h
Midday: 4 h
Later: 0 h

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

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Good Summit winds around 20-30 mph. Gusts around 25-35 mph are possible on exposed ground.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Excellent Summit winds around 15-25 mph. Gusts around 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground.

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

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

Night beginning Monday 2 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

A mixed night to camp, mainly because of the wind. Gusts reach about 35 mph on open ground, so peg out well and use the guylines. Look for shelter from the northeast. Dry to pitch, then a little rain overnight, easing by morning, though the tent may still be wet. Up around 900 m you'd likely be in cloud for part of the night: damp, and hard to find your way if you need to move. The air is damp at every height we checked (300-900 m), so expect heavy condensation. Leave the vents open. A cold night, down to about 3°C around 900 m. A 3-season bag rated to about 2°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.

Overnight rain0.5 mm Open ground · 600 m18 mph · gusts 28 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 2°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waning crescent moon

Illuminated disc: 37%
Moonrise: 23:57 GMT
Moonset: Outside this window

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

Overnight window: 2 Nov, 17:00 GMT to 3 Nov, 08:00 GMT. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 15 mph / 24 mph
Typical / low: 4.5°C / 4.2°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: High

600 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 18 mph / 28 mph
Typical / low: 4.5°C / 4.2°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: High

900 m39 · poor

Wind / gust: 22 mph / 33 mph
Typical / low: 3.4°C / 2.6°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 2°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaGood conditions for exposed scrambling: gusts of 25–35 mph. Excellent86 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Good conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock should be mostly dry, though drainage lines and shaded holds may still be damp. Gusts of 25–35 mph could throw you off balance on exposed moves and ridges. The rock around the summit is mostly volcanic tuff, rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly. On the usual routes up you may also cross andesite, which grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. On the usual routes up you may also cross dolerite, which grips well when dry and is fair when wet. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceProbably dryPeak gust25-35 mphRain0.0 mm

Main concerngusts of 25–35 mph

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Volcaniclastic sandstone and breccia Seathwaite Fell Sandstone Formation

Origin: Sedimentary
Broad rock-response group: Sandstone or gritstone
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Sandstone or gritstone in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: High confidence

View the summit BGS record

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly. These are general notes for each rock type, from geological map samples at and around the summit. The rock on your line can differ, and lichen, vegetation and seepage all change how it feels underfoot.

Rock groups along the sampled routes

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

Wainwright Bob Graham Round

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Old County Tops

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone, granite, gneiss or gabbro

Wainwright Scafell Pike Langdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

8 rock types appear in the mapped samples

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

Summit-area sample Volcaniclastic sandstone and breccia Seathwaite Fell Sandstone Formation 520–959 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Old County Tops, Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale and 2 more

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

BGS record

Route sample Dacitic lapilli-tuff Lincomb Tarns Tuff Formation 632–853 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Old County Tops, Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale and 1 more

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

BGS record

Route sample Andesite Birker Fell Andesite Formation 69–404 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

Andesite is a hard volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. It is generally solid, but shattered in gullies and on broken ground.

BGS record

Route sample Dacite Scafell Dacite Member 738–843 m samples Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Rhyolitic lapilli-tuff Long Top Tuff Member 512–625 m samples Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Andesite Lake District Ordovician Minor Intrusion Suite Around 550 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Andesite is a hard volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. It is generally solid, but shattered in gullies and on broken ground.

BGS record

Route sample Felsic tuff Crinkle Tuff Member Around 438 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Microgabbro Lake District Ordovician Minor Intrusion Suite Around 336 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Dolerite is a hard, dark, fine-grained rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is usually solid, but it often breaks into blocky columns, so check blocks before you pull on them.

BGS record

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

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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaMostly clear. View forecastClose forecast

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Night beginning 2026-11-02. All times are UK local time.

Aurora is unlikely on this night

Too quiet for a likely sighting from here. Activity peaks around Kp 2.0 (on a 0 to 9 scale). It would take about Kp 5.0 for a camera to pick up a glow low in the north, though that is not a hard line.

Activity can change at short notice. Check again on the night.

Stargazing

Very good sky conditions during the best available spell: 2 Nov, 19:00 GMT to 20:00 GMT.

Mostly clear.

Moon-free dark sky: 2 Nov, 18:35 GMT to 23:55 GMT.

Sky conditions through the night

Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
Time	Viewing conditions
2 Nov, 18:35 GMT to 19:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
2 Nov, 19:00 GMT to 20:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
2 Nov, 20:00 GMT to 21:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
2 Nov, 21:00 GMT to 22:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
2 Nov, 22:00 GMT to 23:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
2 Nov, 23:00 GMT to 3 Nov, 00:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
3 Nov, 00:00 GMT to 01:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
3 Nov, 01:00 GMT to 02:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Some breaks in the cloud, so stars at times.
3 Nov, 02:00 GMT to 03:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars.
3 Nov, 03:00 GMT to 04:00 GMT	Poor sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars.
3 Nov, 04:00 GMT to 05:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
3 Nov, 05:00 GMT to 05:15 GMT	Poor sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.

Moon, darkness and meteor showers

Crescent moon, about 38% illuminated.

Moonrise around 2 Nov, 23:55 GMT.

Full darkness: 2 Nov, 18:35 GMT to 3 Nov, 05:15 GMT.

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.

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

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

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 562 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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Tuesday 3 November 2026Confidence: Medium

Overall hill weather74Good

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0010-25 mph easterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0020-30 mph Feels like-6 to -2°C PrecipitationLittle or none Cloud-free summit estimate80% Cloud base through day700-1,700 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:18 · Sunset 16:33 · 9.3 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A good day on Scafell Pike: dry, with light winds and clear tops for most of the day.

Wind

On the summit expect an easterly wind of 10–25 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 20–30 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside the wind will be light, under 10 mph.

Cloud and visibility

Cloud on the tops early should lift off them by mid-morning. The cloud base could be as low as 700–1000 m early in the morning. Good spells of sunshine are likely.

Rain and ground

It should stay dry.

Warmth and kit

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

Daylight

Sunset is around 4:35pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

There is some disagreement between forecast models on wind strength. It's still two days off and could change, so check again nearer the time.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 5.7 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.

Early: Less than 1 hour
Midday: 3.5 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. Gusts around 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later.

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

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA mixed night to camp, mainly because of damp air: gusts of about 25 mph. 59Mixed · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Tuesday 3 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

A mixed night to camp, mainly because of damp air. Gusts reach about 25 mph on open ground, so peg out well and use the guylines. Look for shelter from the east. It should stay dry. Up around 900 m you'd likely be in cloud for part of the night: damp, and hard to find your way if you need to move. The air is damp at every height we checked (300-900 m), so expect heavy condensation. Leave the vents open. A cold night, down to about 3°C around 900 m. A warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag rated to about 0°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.

Overnight rain0.0 mm Open ground · 600 m15 mph · gusts 22 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 0°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waning crescent moon

Illuminated disc: 27%
Moonrise: 01:23 next morning GMT
Moonset: Outside this window

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

Overnight window: 3 Nov, 17:00 GMT to 4 Nov, 08:00 GMT. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 12 mph / 19 mph
Typical / low: 4.0°C / 3.9°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: High

600 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 15 mph / 22 mph
Typical / low: 4.0°C / 3.9°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: High

900 m54 · mixed

Wind / gust: 17 mph / 26 mph
Typical / low: 3.1°C / 2.6°C · much of the night
In cloud: 60% of modelled night
Condensation: High

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 0°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaGood conditions for exposed scrambling. Good84 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Good conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock should be mostly dry, though drainage lines and shaded holds may still be damp. Gusts of 20–30 mph will be noticeable on exposed ridges. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly volcanic tuff, rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly. On the usual routes up you may also cross andesite, which grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. On the usual routes up you may also cross dolerite, which grips well when dry and is fair when wet. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceProbably dryPeak gust20-30 mphRain0.0 mm

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Volcaniclastic sandstone and breccia Seathwaite Fell Sandstone Formation

Origin: Sedimentary
Broad rock-response group: Sandstone or gritstone
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Sandstone or gritstone in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: High confidence

View the summit BGS record

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly. These are general notes for each rock type, from geological map samples at and around the summit. The rock on your line can differ, and lichen, vegetation and seepage all change how it feels underfoot.

Rock groups along the sampled routes

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

Wainwright Bob Graham Round

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Old County Tops

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone, granite, gneiss or gabbro

Wainwright Scafell Pike Langdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

8 rock types appear in the mapped samples

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

Summit-area sample Volcaniclastic sandstone and breccia Seathwaite Fell Sandstone Formation 520–959 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Old County Tops, Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale and 2 more

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

BGS record

Route sample Dacitic lapilli-tuff Lincomb Tarns Tuff Formation 632–853 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Old County Tops, Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale and 1 more

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

BGS record

Route sample Andesite Birker Fell Andesite Formation 69–404 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

Andesite is a hard volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. It is generally solid, but shattered in gullies and on broken ground.

BGS record

Route sample Dacite Scafell Dacite Member 738–843 m samples Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Rhyolitic lapilli-tuff Long Top Tuff Member 512–625 m samples Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Andesite Lake District Ordovician Minor Intrusion Suite Around 550 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Andesite is a hard volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. It is generally solid, but shattered in gullies and on broken ground.

BGS record

Route sample Felsic tuff Crinkle Tuff Member Around 438 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Microgabbro Lake District Ordovician Minor Intrusion Suite Around 336 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Dolerite is a hard, dark, fine-grained rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is usually solid, but it often breaks into blocky columns, so check blocks before you pull on them.

BGS record

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

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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaMostly clear. View forecastClose forecast

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Night beginning 2026-11-03. All times are UK local time.

Aurora is unlikely on this night

Too quiet for a likely sighting from here. Activity peaks around Kp 1.7 (on a 0 to 9 scale). It would take about Kp 5.0 for a camera to pick up a glow low in the north, though that is not a hard line.

Activity can change at short notice. Check again on the night.

Stargazing

Very good sky conditions during the best available spell: 3 Nov, 20:00 GMT to 21:00 GMT.

Mostly clear.

Moon-free dark sky: 3 Nov, 18:35 GMT to 4 Nov, 01:25 GMT.

Sky conditions through the night

Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
Time	Viewing conditions
3 Nov, 18:35 GMT to 19:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
3 Nov, 19:00 GMT to 20:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
3 Nov, 20:00 GMT to 21:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
3 Nov, 21:00 GMT to 22:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
3 Nov, 22:00 GMT to 23:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
3 Nov, 23:00 GMT to 4 Nov, 00:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Forecasts disagree about rain or haze, so it could be murkier than this looks. Forecast models disagree.
4 Nov, 00:00 GMT to 01:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Forecasts disagree about rain or haze, so it could be murkier than this looks. Forecast models disagree.
4 Nov, 01:00 GMT to 02:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Mostly clear.
4 Nov, 02:00 GMT to 03:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some breaks in the cloud, so stars at times.
4 Nov, 03:00 GMT to 04:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Forecasts disagree about rain or haze, so it could be murkier than this looks. Forecast models disagree.
4 Nov, 04:00 GMT to 05:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Forecasts disagree about rain or haze, so it could be murkier than this looks. Forecast models disagree.
4 Nov, 05:00 GMT to 05:20 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Forecasts disagree about rain or haze, so it could be murkier than this looks. Forecast models disagree.

Moon, darkness and meteor showers

Crescent moon, about 27% illuminated.

Moonrise around 4 Nov, 01:25 GMT.

Full darkness: 3 Nov, 18:35 GMT to 4 Nov, 05:20 GMT.

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.

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

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

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 562 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.

Explore the dedicated aurora forecast, meteor shower forecast or dark-sky and astrophotography forecast.

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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Wednesday 4 November 2026Confidence: Medium

Overall hill weather60Mixed

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0010-25 mph easterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0020-30 mph Feels like-8 to -4°C PrecipitationUp to around 2 mm Cloud-free summit estimate35% Cloud base through day700-1,400 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:20 · Sunset 16:31 · 9.2 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A mixed day on Scafell Pike, with cloud coming and going on the summit.

Wind

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

Cloud and visibility

Expect the summit to be in cloud for most of the day. The cloud base could be as low as 700–1000 m mid-afternoon. In cloud you'll be finding your way without landmarks, so carry navigation you trust and know how to use, with a backup such as a spare battery or a map and compass. Mist or fog is possible in the valleys early on, clearing by about 10am.

Rain and ground

Spells of drizzle, mostly mid-morning.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around -2 to 2°C, feeling like -8 to -4°C in the wind. It turns milder through the day. The freezing level is close to summit height. Take a hat, gloves, a windproof and a spare warm layer.

Daylight

Sunset is around 4:30pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

Cloud heights are particularly hard to pin down today. It's still three days off and could change, so check again nearer the time.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 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.

Early: 2 h
Midday: 4 h
Later: 0 h

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

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Mixed Summit winds around 10-25 mph. Gusts around 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Mixed Summit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 15-25 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later. Rain is forecast during this period.

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

Night beginning Wednesday 4 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

A mixed night to camp, mainly because of the wind. Gusts reach about 35 mph around 900 m and nearer 25 mph around 300 m, so peg out well and use the guylines. Look for shelter from the east. It should stay dry. Up around 900 m you'd likely be in cloud for part of the night: damp, and hard to find your way if you need to move. The air is damp at every height we checked (300-900 m), so expect heavy condensation. Leave the vents open. A cold night, down to about 3°C around 900 m. A warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag rated to about 0°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.

Overnight rain0.0 mm Open ground · 600 m19 mph · gusts 29 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 0°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waning crescent moon

Illuminated disc: 18%
Moonrise: 02:46 next morning GMT
Moonset: Outside this window

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: 4 Nov, 17:00 GMT to 5 Nov, 08:00 GMT. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 16 mph / 24 mph
Typical / low: 4.2°C / 3.9°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: High

600 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 19 mph / 29 mph
Typical / low: 4.2°C / 3.9°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: High

900 m39 · poor

Wind / gust: 22 mph / 34 mph
Typical / low: 3.2°C / 2.9°C · much of the night
In cloud: 73% of modelled night
Condensation: High

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 0°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaVery poor conditions for exposed scrambling: wet, slippery rock. Poor15 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Very poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock is likely to be wet and slippery through the day. Gusts of 20–30 mph will be noticeable on exposed ridges. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly volcanic tuff, rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly. On the usual routes up you may also cross andesite, which grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. On the usual routes up you may also cross dolerite, which grips well when dry and is fair when wet. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust20-30 mphRain0.6 mm

Main factorswet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Volcaniclastic sandstone and breccia Seathwaite Fell Sandstone Formation

Origin: Sedimentary
Broad rock-response group: Sandstone or gritstone
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Sandstone or gritstone in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: High confidence

View the summit BGS record

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly. These are general notes for each rock type, from geological map samples at and around the summit. The rock on your line can differ, and lichen, vegetation and seepage all change how it feels underfoot.

Rock groups along the sampled routes

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

Wainwright Bob Graham Round

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Old County Tops

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone, granite, gneiss or gabbro

Wainwright Scafell Pike Langdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

8 rock types appear in the mapped samples

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

Summit-area sample Volcaniclastic sandstone and breccia Seathwaite Fell Sandstone Formation 520–959 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Old County Tops, Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale and 2 more

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

BGS record

Route sample Dacitic lapilli-tuff Lincomb Tarns Tuff Formation 632–853 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Old County Tops, Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale and 1 more

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

BGS record

Route sample Andesite Birker Fell Andesite Formation 69–404 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

Andesite is a hard volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. It is generally solid, but shattered in gullies and on broken ground.

BGS record

Route sample Dacite Scafell Dacite Member 738–843 m samples Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Rhyolitic lapilli-tuff Long Top Tuff Member 512–625 m samples Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Andesite Lake District Ordovician Minor Intrusion Suite Around 550 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Andesite is a hard volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. It is generally solid, but shattered in gullies and on broken ground.

BGS record

Route sample Felsic tuff Crinkle Tuff Member Around 438 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Microgabbro Lake District Ordovician Minor Intrusion Suite Around 336 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Dolerite is a hard, dark, fine-grained rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is usually solid, but it often breaks into blocky columns, so check blocks before you pull on them.

BGS record

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

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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaMostly clear. View forecastClose forecast

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Night beginning 2026-11-04. All times are UK local time.

Stargazing

Very good sky conditions during the best available spell: 4 Nov, 20:00 GMT to 21:00 GMT.

Mostly clear.

Moon-free dark sky: 4 Nov, 18:35 GMT to 5 Nov, 02:55 GMT.

Sky conditions through the night

Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
Time	Viewing conditions
4 Nov, 18:35 GMT to 19:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
4 Nov, 19:00 GMT to 20:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
4 Nov, 20:00 GMT to 21:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
4 Nov, 21:00 GMT to 22:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
4 Nov, 22:00 GMT to 23:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
4 Nov, 23:00 GMT to 5 Nov, 00:00 GMT	Very good sky conditions Mostly clear.
5 Nov, 00:00 GMT to 01:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Mostly clear.
5 Nov, 01:00 GMT to 02:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Some breaks in the cloud, so stars at times.
5 Nov, 02:00 GMT to 03:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars.
5 Nov, 03:00 GMT to 04:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
5 Nov, 04:00 GMT to 05:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
5 Nov, 05:00 GMT to 05:20 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.

Moon, darkness and meteor showers

Crescent moon, about 18% illuminated.

Moonrise around 5 Nov, 02:55 GMT.

Full darkness: 4 Nov, 18:35 GMT to 5 Nov, 05:20 GMT.

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.

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

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

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 562 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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Thursday 5 November 2026Confidence: Medium

Overall hill weather49Poor

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0015-25 mph easterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0025-35 mph Feels like-6 to -2°C PrecipitationUp to around 2 mm Cloud-free summit estimate30% Cloud base through day700-1,000 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:21 · Sunset 16:29 · 9.1 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A poor day on the tops of Scafell Pike, with cloud coming and going on the summit.

Wind

On the summit expect an easterly wind of 15–25 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 25–35 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside the wind will be light, under 10 mph. Gusts like that will be noticeable on ridges and open tops, and you will chill quickly when you stop.

Cloud and visibility

Expect the summit to be in cloud for most of the day. The cloud base could be as low as 600–900 m mid-afternoon. In cloud you'll be finding your way without landmarks, so carry navigation you trust and know how to use, with a backup such as a spare battery or a map and compass. Any sunshine is more likely on lower ground than on the summit.

Rain and ground

Drizzle sets in mid-morning.

Warmth and kit

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

Daylight

Sunset is around 4:30pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

There is some disagreement between forecast models on wind strength. It's still four days off and could change, so check again nearer the time.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 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.

Early: 2 h
Midday: 4 h
Later: 0 h

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

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Poor Summit winds around 15-25 mph. Gusts around 25-35 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Mixed Summit winds around 15-25 mph. Gusts around 25-35 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA mixed night to camp, mainly because of damp air: gusts of about 30 mph. 59Mixed · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Thursday 5 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

A mixed night to camp, mainly because of damp air. Gusts reach about 30 mph on open ground, so peg out well and use the guylines. Look for shelter from the east. Expect a little rain, mostly early on, so you'll likely pitch in the rain. Up around 900 m you'd likely be in cloud for part of the night: damp, and hard to find your way if you need to move. The air is damp at every height we checked (300-900 m), so expect heavy condensation. Leave the vents open. A cold night, down to about 2°C around 900 m. A warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag rated to about 0°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.

Overnight rain0.3 mm Open ground · 600 m17 mph · gusts 24 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 0°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waning crescent moon

Illuminated disc: 11%
Moonrise: 04:06 next morning GMT
Moonset: Outside this window

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

Overnight window: 5 Nov, 17:00 GMT to 6 Nov, 08:00 GMT. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 14 mph / 21 mph
Typical / low: 4.2°C / 3.8°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: High

600 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 17 mph / 24 mph
Typical / low: 4.2°C / 3.8°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: High

900 m52 · mixed

Wind / gust: 19 mph / 28 mph
Typical / low: 2.8°C / 2.2°C · much of the night
In cloud: 100% of modelled night
Condensation: High

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 0°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaPoor conditions for exposed scrambling: gusts of 25–35 mph. Poor25 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock is likely to be wet and slippery through the day. Gusts of 25–35 mph could throw you off balance on exposed moves and ridges. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly volcanic tuff, rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly. On the usual routes up you may also cross andesite, which grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. On the usual routes up you may also cross dolerite, which grips well when dry and is fair when wet. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust25-35 mphRain0.7 mm

Main factorsgusts of 25–35 mphwet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Volcaniclastic sandstone and breccia Seathwaite Fell Sandstone Formation

Origin: Sedimentary
Broad rock-response group: Sandstone or gritstone
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Sandstone or gritstone in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: High confidence

View the summit BGS record

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly. These are general notes for each rock type, from geological map samples at and around the summit. The rock on your line can differ, and lichen, vegetation and seepage all change how it feels underfoot.

Rock groups along the sampled routes

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

Wainwright Bob Graham Round

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Old County Tops

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone, granite, gneiss or gabbro

Wainwright Scafell Pike Langdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

8 rock types appear in the mapped samples

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

Summit-area sample Volcaniclastic sandstone and breccia Seathwaite Fell Sandstone Formation 520–959 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Old County Tops, Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale and 2 more

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

BGS record

Route sample Dacitic lapilli-tuff Lincomb Tarns Tuff Formation 632–853 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Old County Tops, Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale and 1 more

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

BGS record

Route sample Andesite Birker Fell Andesite Formation 69–404 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

Andesite is a hard volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. It is generally solid, but shattered in gullies and on broken ground.

BGS record

Route sample Dacite Scafell Dacite Member 738–843 m samples Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Rhyolitic lapilli-tuff Long Top Tuff Member 512–625 m samples Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Andesite Lake District Ordovician Minor Intrusion Suite Around 550 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Andesite is a hard volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. It is generally solid, but shattered in gullies and on broken ground.

BGS record

Route sample Felsic tuff Crinkle Tuff Member Around 438 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Microgabbro Lake District Ordovician Minor Intrusion Suite Around 336 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Dolerite is a hard, dark, fine-grained rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is usually solid, but it often breaks into blocky columns, so check blocks before you pull on them.

BGS record

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

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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaSome forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. View forecastClose forecast

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Night beginning 2026-11-05. All times are UK local time.

Aurora outlook

Nothing notable expected.

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: 6 Nov, 00:00 GMT to 01:00 GMT.

Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time.

Moon-free dark sky: 5 Nov, 18:30 GMT to 6 Nov, 04:15 GMT.

Sky conditions through the night

Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
Time	Viewing conditions
5 Nov, 18:30 GMT to 19:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
5 Nov, 19:00 GMT to 20:00 GMT	Poor sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
5 Nov, 20:00 GMT to 21:00 GMT	Poor sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars.
5 Nov, 21:00 GMT to 22:00 GMT	Poor sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars.
5 Nov, 22:00 GMT to 23:00 GMT	Poor sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars. Hazy, which dims the fainter stars.
5 Nov, 23:00 GMT to 6 Nov, 00:00 GMT	Poor sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
6 Nov, 00:00 GMT to 01:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
6 Nov, 01:00 GMT to 02:00 GMT	Poor sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
6 Nov, 02:00 GMT to 03:00 GMT	Poor sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars.
6 Nov, 03:00 GMT to 04:00 GMT	Poor sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars.
6 Nov, 04:00 GMT to 05:00 GMT	Poor sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars.
6 Nov, 05:00 GMT to 05:20 GMT	Poor sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars.

Moon, darkness and meteor showers

Crescent moon, about 10% illuminated.

Moonrise around 6 Nov, 04:15 GMT.

Full darkness: 5 Nov, 18:30 GMT to 6 Nov, 05:20 GMT.

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.

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

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

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

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 562 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.

Explore the dedicated aurora forecast, meteor shower forecast or dark-sky and astrophotography forecast.

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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Friday 6 November 2026Confidence: Medium

Overall hill weather64Mixed

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0010-20 mph easterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0020-30 mph Feels like-6 to -2°C PrecipitationUp to around 2 mm Cloud-free summit estimate25% Cloud base through day600-900 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:23 · Sunset 16:28 · 9.1 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A mixed day on Scafell Pike, with cloud coming and going on the summit.

Wind

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

Cloud and visibility

Expect the summit to be in cloud for most of the day. The cloud base could be as low as 600–900 m mid-afternoon. In cloud you'll be finding your way without landmarks, so carry navigation you trust and know how to use, with a backup such as a spare battery or a map and compass. Any sunshine is more likely on lower ground than on the summit.

Rain and ground

Spells of drizzle, mostly mid-morning.

Warmth and kit

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

Daylight

Sunset is around 4:30pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

Cloud height is hard to pin down, so the summit could be in or out of cloud at short notice. It's still five days off and could change, so check again nearer the time.

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 7 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.

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.

Early: 2 h
Midday: 3.8 h
Later: 0 h

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

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Mixed Summit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 15-25 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Mixed Summit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground.

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

Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA mixed night to camp, mainly because of damp air: gusts of about 25 mph. 59Mixed · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Friday 6 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

A mixed night to camp, mainly because of damp air. Gusts reach about 25 mph on open ground, so peg out well and use the guylines. Look for shelter from the east. Expect a little rain, mostly early on, so you'll likely pitch in the rain. Up around 900 m you'd likely be in cloud for part of the night: damp, and hard to find your way if you need to move. The air is damp at every height we checked (300-900 m), so expect heavy condensation. Leave the vents open. A cold night, down to about 2°C around 900 m. A warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag rated to about 0°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.

Overnight rain0.8 mm Open ground · 600 m13 mph · gusts 22 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 0°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waning crescent moon

Illuminated disc: 5%
Moonrise: 05:27 next morning GMT
Moonset: Outside this window

Cloud may affect views of the Moon. Illumination describes the sunlit part of the Moon, not brightness at your pitch.

Overnight window: 6 Nov, 17:00 GMT to 7 Nov, 08:00 GMT. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 11 mph / 18 mph
Typical / low: 4.8°C / 3.7°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: High

600 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 13 mph / 22 mph
Typical / low: 4.8°C / 3.7°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: High

900 m50 · mixed

Wind / gust: 15 mph / 26 mph
Typical / low: 2.7°C / 1.7°C · much of the night
In cloud: 100% of modelled night
Condensation: High

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 0°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaPoor conditions for exposed scrambling: wet, slippery rock. Poor27 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock is likely to be wet and slippery through the day. Gusts of 20–30 mph will be noticeable on exposed ridges. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly volcanic tuff, rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly. On the usual routes up you may also cross andesite, which grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. On the usual routes up you may also cross dolerite, which grips well when dry and is fair when wet. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust20-30 mphRain0.4 mm

Main factorswet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Volcaniclastic sandstone and breccia Seathwaite Fell Sandstone Formation

Origin: Sedimentary
Broad rock-response group: Sandstone or gritstone
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Sandstone or gritstone in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: High confidence

View the summit BGS record

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly. These are general notes for each rock type, from geological map samples at and around the summit. The rock on your line can differ, and lichen, vegetation and seepage all change how it feels underfoot.

Rock groups along the sampled routes

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

Wainwright Bob Graham Round

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Old County Tops

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone, granite, gneiss or gabbro

Wainwright Scafell Pike Langdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

8 rock types appear in the mapped samples

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

Summit-area sample Volcaniclastic sandstone and breccia Seathwaite Fell Sandstone Formation 520–959 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Old County Tops, Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale and 2 more

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

BGS record

Route sample Dacitic lapilli-tuff Lincomb Tarns Tuff Formation 632–853 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Old County Tops, Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale and 1 more

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

BGS record

Route sample Andesite Birker Fell Andesite Formation 69–404 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

Andesite is a hard volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. It is generally solid, but shattered in gullies and on broken ground.

BGS record

Route sample Dacite Scafell Dacite Member 738–843 m samples Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Rhyolitic lapilli-tuff Long Top Tuff Member 512–625 m samples Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Andesite Lake District Ordovician Minor Intrusion Suite Around 550 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Andesite is a hard volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. It is generally solid, but shattered in gullies and on broken ground.

BGS record

Route sample Felsic tuff Crinkle Tuff Member Around 438 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Microgabbro Lake District Ordovician Minor Intrusion Suite Around 336 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Dolerite is a hard, dark, fine-grained rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is usually solid, but it often breaks into blocky columns, so check blocks before you pull on them.

BGS record

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

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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaSome forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. View forecastClose forecast

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Night beginning 2026-11-06. All times are UK local time.

Aurora outlook

Nothing notable expected.

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: 6 Nov, 22:00 GMT to 23:00 GMT.

Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time.

Moon-free dark sky: 6 Nov, 18:30 GMT to 7 Nov, 05:25 GMT.

Sky conditions through the night

Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
Time	Viewing conditions
6 Nov, 18:30 GMT to 19:00 GMT	Poor sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars.
6 Nov, 19:00 GMT to 20:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
6 Nov, 20:00 GMT to 21:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
6 Nov, 21:00 GMT to 22:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
6 Nov, 22:00 GMT to 23:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
6 Nov, 23:00 GMT to 7 Nov, 00:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
7 Nov, 00:00 GMT to 01:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
7 Nov, 01:00 GMT to 02:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
7 Nov, 02:00 GMT to 03:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
7 Nov, 03:00 GMT to 04:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
7 Nov, 04:00 GMT to 05:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some forecasts show clear spells, others keep it cloudy; check again nearer the time. Forecast models disagree.
7 Nov, 05:00 GMT to 05:25 GMT	Poor sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars. Hazy, which dims the fainter stars.

Moon, darkness and meteor showers

Near-new moon, about 5% illuminated.

Moonrise around 7 Nov, 05:40 GMT.

Full darkness: 6 Nov, 18:30 GMT to 7 Nov, 05:25 GMT.

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.

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

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

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

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 562 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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Saturday 7 November 2026Confidence: Unavailable

Overall hill weather78Good

Summit wind · 08:00-17:005-15 mph easterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0010-20 mph Feels like-4 to 0°C PrecipitationUp to around 2 mm Cloud-free summit estimate40% Cloud base through day700-1,400 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:25 · Sunset 16:26 · 9.0 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A good day on Scafell Pike, though expect cloud on the tops early.

Wind

On the summit expect light winds of up to 15 mph, mainly easterly, with gusts of 10–20 mph at the windiest. The wind turns north-easterly in the early afternoon.

Cloud and visibility

Cloud on the tops early should lift off them by midday. The cloud base could be as low as 600–900 m around midday. In cloud you'll be finding your way without landmarks, so carry navigation you trust and know how to use, with a backup such as a spare battery or a map and compass.

Rain and ground

Drizzle at first, clearing by midday.

Warmth and kit

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

Daylight

Sunset is around 4:25pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

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

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 6.7 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.

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.

Early: 2 h
Midday: 3.4 h
Later: 0 h

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

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Mixed Summit winds around 5-15 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Excellent Summit winds around 5-15 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later.

90

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA mixed night to camp, mainly because of the cold: dry, with light winds. 59Mixed · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Saturday 7 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

A mixed night to camp, mainly because of the cold. Light winds on open ground, gusting no more than about 15 mph. It should stay dry. A cold night, down to about 2°C around 900 m. A warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag rated to about 0°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.

Overnight rain0.0 mm Open ground · 600 m9 mph · gusts 12 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 0°C or lower

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 8 mph / 10 mph
Typical / low: 3.3°C / 3.2°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Moderate

600 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 9 mph / 12 mph
Typical / low: 3.3°C / 3.2°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Moderate

900 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 11 mph / 14 mph
Typical / low: 1.8°C / 1.6°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Moderate

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 0°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

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 & scramblingBetaFair conditions for exposed scrambling. Good70 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Fair conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock should be drying, but damp patches, shaded holds and drainage lines may still be wet. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly volcanic tuff, rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly. On the usual routes up you may also cross andesite, which grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. On the usual routes up you may also cross dolerite, which grips well when dry and is fair when wet. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceDamp or dryingPeak gust10-20 mphRain0.3 mm

Main concerndamp or incompletely dried rock possible

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Volcaniclastic sandstone and breccia Seathwaite Fell Sandstone Formation

Origin: Sedimentary
Broad rock-response group: Sandstone or gritstone
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Sandstone or gritstone in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: High confidence

View the summit BGS record

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly. These are general notes for each rock type, from geological map samples at and around the summit. The rock on your line can differ, and lichen, vegetation and seepage all change how it feels underfoot.

Rock groups along the sampled routes

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

Wainwright Bob Graham Round

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Old County Tops

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone, granite, gneiss or gabbro

Wainwright Scafell Pike Langdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

8 rock types appear in the mapped samples

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

Summit-area sample Volcaniclastic sandstone and breccia Seathwaite Fell Sandstone Formation 520–959 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Old County Tops, Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale and 2 more

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

BGS record

Route sample Dacitic lapilli-tuff Lincomb Tarns Tuff Formation 632–853 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Old County Tops, Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale and 1 more

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

BGS record

Route sample Andesite Birker Fell Andesite Formation 69–404 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

Andesite is a hard volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. It is generally solid, but shattered in gullies and on broken ground.

BGS record

Route sample Dacite Scafell Dacite Member 738–843 m samples Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Rhyolitic lapilli-tuff Long Top Tuff Member 512–625 m samples Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Andesite Lake District Ordovician Minor Intrusion Suite Around 550 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Andesite is a hard volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. It is generally solid, but shattered in gullies and on broken ground.

BGS record

Route sample Felsic tuff Crinkle Tuff Member Around 438 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Microgabbro Lake District Ordovician Minor Intrusion Suite Around 336 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Dolerite is a hard, dark, fine-grained rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is usually solid, but it often breaks into blocky columns, so check blocks before you pull on them.

BGS record

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

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Overnight · Aurora, stars & meteorsAfter darkBetaSome breaks in the cloud, so stars at times. View forecastClose forecast

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Night beginning 2026-11-07. All times are UK local time.

Aurora outlook

Nothing notable expected.

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

Stargazing

Good sky conditions during the best available spell: 8 Nov, 04:00 GMT to 05:00 GMT.

Some breaks in the cloud, so stars at times.

Moon-free dark sky: 7 Nov, 18:30 GMT to 8 Nov, 05:25 GMT.

Sky conditions through the night

Fully dark periods. Conditions can change between forecast hours.
Time	Viewing conditions
7 Nov, 18:30 GMT to 19:00 GMT	Poor sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars. Limited model coverage.
7 Nov, 19:00 GMT to 20:00 GMT	Poor sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars. Limited model coverage.
7 Nov, 20:00 GMT to 21:00 GMT	Poor sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars. Limited model coverage.
7 Nov, 21:00 GMT to 22:00 GMT	Poor sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars. Limited model coverage.
7 Nov, 22:00 GMT to 23:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Mostly cloudy, so little chance of seeing the stars. Limited model coverage.
7 Nov, 23:00 GMT to 8 Nov, 00:00 GMT	Mixed sky conditions Some breaks in the cloud, so stars at times. Limited model coverage.
8 Nov, 00:00 GMT to 01:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Some breaks in the cloud, so stars at times. Limited model coverage.
8 Nov, 01:00 GMT to 02:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Some breaks in the cloud, so stars at times. Limited model coverage.
8 Nov, 02:00 GMT to 03:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Some breaks in the cloud, so stars at times. Limited model coverage.
8 Nov, 03:00 GMT to 04:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Some breaks in the cloud, so stars at times. Limited model coverage.
8 Nov, 04:00 GMT to 05:00 GMT	Good sky conditions Some breaks in the cloud, so stars at times. Limited model coverage.
8 Nov, 05:00 GMT to 05:25 GMT	Good sky conditions Some breaks in the cloud, so stars at times. Limited model coverage.

Moon, darkness and meteor showers

Near-new moon, about 2% illuminated.

Moonrise around 8 Nov, 07:05 GMT.

Full darkness: 7 Nov, 18:30 GMT to 8 Nov, 05:25 GMT.

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.

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

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

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

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 562 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.

Explore the dedicated aurora forecast, meteor shower forecast or dark-sky and astrophotography forecast.

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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Sunday 8 November 2026Confidence: Unavailable

Overall hill weather100Excellent

Summit wind · 08:00-17:000-10 mph easterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:005-15 mph Feels like-4 to 0°C PrecipitationLittle or none Cloud-free summit estimate90% Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:27 · Sunset 16:24 · 8.9 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A fine day on Scafell Pike: dry, with light winds and clear tops for most of the day.

Wind

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

Cloud and visibility

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

Rain and ground

It should stay dry.

Warmth and kit

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

Daylight

A short day, with only about 9 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:25pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

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

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 8 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.

Early: 2 h
Midday: 4 h
Later: 0 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.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Excellent Summit winds around 0-10 mph. Gusts around 0-10 mph are possible on exposed ground.

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

Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA mixed night to camp, mainly because of damp air: a frost, down to -1°C. 59Mixed · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Sunday 8 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

A mixed night to camp, mainly because of damp air. Light winds on open ground, gusting no more than about 15 mph. It should stay dry. The air is damp up around 900 m, so expect heavy condensation. Leave the vents open. A frost up around 900 m, down to about -1°C. A warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag rated to about 0°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.

Overnight rain0.0 mm Open ground · 600 m8 mph · gusts 12 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 0°C or lower

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 6 mph / 10 mph
Typical / low: 2.6°C / 2.4°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Low

600 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 8 mph / 12 mph
Typical / low: 2.6°C / 2.4°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Low

900 m39 · poor

Wind / gust: 9 mph / 14 mph
Typical / low: -0.1°C / -0.7°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: High

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 0°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaExcellent conditions for exposed scrambling. Excellent95 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Excellent conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock should be mostly dry, though drainage lines and shaded holds may still be damp. The rock around the summit is mostly volcanic tuff, rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly. On the usual routes up you may also cross andesite, which grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. On the usual routes up you may also cross dolerite, which grips well when dry and is fair when wet. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceProbably dryPeak gust5-15 mphRain0.0 mm

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Volcaniclastic sandstone and breccia Seathwaite Fell Sandstone Formation

Origin: Sedimentary
Broad rock-response group: Sandstone or gritstone
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Sandstone or gritstone in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: High confidence

View the summit BGS record

Volcanic tuff is rock formed from compacted volcanic ash and debris. It is rough and grippy when dry and usually still grips reasonably when wet. It is mostly solid, in slabs and ledges, though weathered patches can be crumbly. These are general notes for each rock type, from geological map samples at and around the summit. The rock on your line can differ, and lichen, vegetation and seepage all change how it feels underfoot.

Rock groups along the sampled routes

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

Wainwright Bob Graham Round

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Old County Tops

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone, granite, gneiss or gabbro

Wainwright Scafell Pike Langdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

volcanic rock, sandstone or gritstone

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

8 rock types appear in the mapped samples

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

Summit-area sample Volcaniclastic sandstone and breccia Seathwaite Fell Sandstone Formation 520–959 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Old County Tops, Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale and 2 more

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

BGS record

Route sample Dacitic lapilli-tuff Lincomb Tarns Tuff Formation 632–853 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Old County Tops, Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale and 1 more

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

BGS record

Route sample Andesite Birker Fell Andesite Formation 69–404 m samples Seen on Wainwright Bob Graham Round, Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

Andesite is a hard volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. It is generally solid, but shattered in gullies and on broken ground.

BGS record

Route sample Dacite Scafell Dacite Member 738–843 m samples Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Rhyolitic lapilli-tuff Long Top Tuff Member 512–625 m samples Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Andesite Lake District Ordovician Minor Intrusion Suite Around 550 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Andesite is a hard volcanic rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet, though polished holds on popular routes get slippery. It is generally solid, but shattered in gullies and on broken ground.

BGS record

Route sample Felsic tuff Crinkle Tuff Member Around 438 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

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

BGS record

Route sample Microgabbro Lake District Ordovician Minor Intrusion Suite Around 336 m Seen on Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Dolerite is a hard, dark, fine-grained rock. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is usually solid, but it often breaks into blocky columns, so check blocks before you pull on them.

BGS record

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

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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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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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Scafell Pike weather forecast.

See the wind across Scafell Pike.

Choose your hill day.

The day on the hill

Wind

Cloud and visibility

Rain and ground

Warmth and kit

Daylight

Forecast confidence

Full overnight outlook

Moon overnight

Elevation reference (open ground)

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Rock groups along the sampled routes

Wainwright Bob Graham Round

Wainwright Old County Tops

Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Wainwright Scafell Pike Langdale

Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

8 rock types appear in the mapped samples

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Aurora is unlikely on this night

Stargazing

Darkness of the surroundings

The day on the hill

Wind

Cloud and visibility

Rain and ground

Warmth and kit

Daylight

Forecast confidence

Full overnight outlook

Moon overnight

Elevation reference (open ground)

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Rock groups along the sampled routes

Wainwright Bob Graham Round

Wainwright Old County Tops

Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Wainwright Scafell Pike Langdale

Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

8 rock types appear in the mapped samples

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Aurora is unlikely on this night

Stargazing

Darkness of the surroundings

The day on the hill

Wind

Cloud and visibility

Rain and ground

Warmth and kit

Daylight

Forecast confidence

Full overnight outlook

Moon overnight

Elevation reference (open ground)

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Rock groups along the sampled routes

Wainwright Bob Graham Round

Wainwright Old County Tops

Wainwright Scafell Pike Corridor Borrowdale

Wainwright Scafell Pike Langdale

Wainwright Scafell Pike Wasdale

8 rock types appear in the mapped samples

After dark: aurora and stargazing

Aurora is unlikely on this night

Stargazing

Darkness of the surroundings

The day on the hill

Wind

Cloud and visibility

Rain and ground

Warmth and kit

Daylight

Forecast confidence

Full overnight outlook

Moon overnight

Elevation reference (open ground)

Full climbing & scrambling outlook