1,040 m summit in Northwest Highlands. 8 forecast days covering wind, cloud, rain and temperature, updated 6 November 2026 at 06:24 UTC.
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Confidence: High
Overall hill weather90Excellent
Summit wind · 08:00-17:005-15 mph southeasterlySummit gusts · 08:00-17:0010-20 mphFeels like-4 to 0°CPrecipitationLittle or noneCloud-free summit estimate90%Cloud base through day1,200-1,500 mFreezing levelAbove summitDaylightSunrise 07:42 · Sunset 16:27 · 8.8 hours daylight
The day on the hill
A fine day on Sgùrr na Cìche: dry, with light winds and clear tops for most of the day.
Wind
On the summit expect light winds of up to 15 mph, mainly south-easterly, with gusts of 10–20 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside the wind will be light, under 10 mph.
Cloud and visibility
The tops are likely to stay mostly clear of cloud, though brief patches cannot be ruled out. 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 -4 to 0°C in the wind. The freezing level is above the summits. Take a hat, gloves, a windproof and a spare warm layer.
Daylight
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.
Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine
The surrounding model grid indicates 3.1 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.
Morning · 08:00–12:00
ExcellentSummit winds around 5-15 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground.
90
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00
ExcellentSummit winds around 5-15 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground.
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 mView detailsHide details
Night beginning Friday 6 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 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.
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
7 mph / 11 mph
Typical / low
4.9°C / 4.6°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
600 m59 · mixed
Wind / gust
8 mph / 13 mph
Typical / low
4.9°C / 4.6°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
900 m59 · mixed
Wind / gust
9 mph / 15 mph
Typical / low
3.1°C / 2.8°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Moderate
Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a 3-season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about 2°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.
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 schist, a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated. On the usual routes up you may also cross psammite, 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 gust10-20 mphRain0.0 mm
Representative rock around the summit and along available routes
SemipeliteMorar Schists Formation
Origin
Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group
Psammite, pelite or semipelite
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area
Psammite, pelite or semipelite in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Schist is a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated. 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.
Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
psammite, pelite or semipelite
Geological detail and BGS records
Mapped variation
2 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
SemipeliteMorar Schists Formation782–1,026 m samplesSeen on Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
Schist is a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated.
BGS record →
Route sample
PsammiteLower Morar Psammite Formation295–904 m samplesSeen on Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
Psammite is a hard, sandy rock that has been squeezed and heated. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is generally solid and blocky.
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Summit wind · 08:00-17:005-15 mph southeasterlySummit gusts · 08:00-17:0010-20 mphFeels like-4 to 0°CPrecipitationUp to around 2 mmCloud-free summit estimate90%Cloud base through day1,100-1,600 mFreezing levelAbove summitDaylightSunrise 07:44 · Sunset 16:25 · 8.7 hours daylight
The day on the hill
A fine day on Sgùrr na Cìche: light winds and clear tops for most of the day.
Wind
On the summit expect light winds of up to 10 mph, mainly south-easterly, with gusts of 10–20 mph at the windiest.
Cloud and visibility
The tops should stay mostly clear of cloud. A few forecast models bring the cloud base down to around 800–1100 m at times. The cloud base sits close to summit height, so the top could go in and out of cloud at short notice. It will look largely cloudy overhead, but that cloud should mostly stay above the tops. The air should be clear, so expect far-reaching views as long as the tops stay clear.
Rain and ground
A little rain at times.
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 above the summits. 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
Cloud height is hard to pin down, so the summit could be in or out of cloud at short notice. Some of the detail could still change, so have a last look at the forecast in the morning before you set off.
Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine
The surrounding model grid indicates 0 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.
Morning · 08:00–12:00
ExcellentSummit winds around 5-15 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground.
89
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00
ExcellentSummit winds around 5-15 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.
89
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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 mView 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 3-season bag rated to about 2°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.
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.
Good conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock should be drying, but damp patches, shaded holds and drainage lines may still be wet. The rock around the summit is mostly schist, a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated. On the usual routes up you may also cross psammite, 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
SemipeliteMorar Schists Formation
Origin
Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group
Psammite, pelite or semipelite
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area
Psammite, pelite or semipelite in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Schist is a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated. 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.
Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
psammite, pelite or semipelite
Geological detail and BGS records
Mapped variation
2 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
SemipeliteMorar Schists Formation782–1,026 m samplesSeen on Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
Schist is a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated.
BGS record →
Route sample
PsammiteLower Morar Psammite Formation295–904 m samplesSeen on Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
Psammite is a hard, sandy rock that has been squeezed and heated. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is generally solid and blocky.
Recommended kit for this dayWeather-aware packing prompts, plus your core hillwalking kitView kit
For a day hillwalk, not a complete route-specific checklist. Carry navigation and backup you can use, warm and waterproof layers, suitable footwear, food and water, a headtorch, emergency shelter, first aid and a way to call for help. Snow, ice, technical terrain and overnight trips need additional equipment and skills.
Does the weather shape your plans?Optional hill-user research. One answer helps; further questions are up to you.Take part
Help the Mountain Decisions Project understand how forecasts influence hill days, including when plans stay the same. Findings will be shared publicly as summaries, not individual responses.
This is about Sgùrr na Cìche on Saturday 7 November 2026. It asks about intentions, not whether you actually went out. No name or account is needed.
Summit wind · 08:00-17:000-10 mph northeasterlySummit gusts · 08:00-17:005-15 mphFeels like-2 to 2°CPrecipitationLittle or noneCloud-free summit estimate65%Cloud base through day500-1,300 mFreezing levelAbove summitDaylightSunrise 07:46 · Sunset 16:23 · 8.6 hours daylight
The day on the hill
A good day on Sgùrr na Cìche: dry, with light winds.
Wind
On the summit expect light winds of up to 10 mph, mainly north-easterly, with gusts of 5–15 mph at the windiest.
Cloud and visibility
The tops are likely to drift in and out of cloud, with the best chance of a clear summit around midday. The cloud base could be as low as 500–800 m mid-afternoon. Mist or fog is possible in the valleys during the morning, clearing by about 8am.
Rain and ground
It should stay dry.
Warmth and kit
On the tops it will be around 0 to 4°C, feeling like -2 to 2°C in the wind. The freezing level is close to summit height. Take a hat, gloves, a windproof and a spare warm layer.
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
Cloud heights are particularly hard to pin down today. 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 3 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.
Morning · 08:00–12:00
GoodSummit winds around 0-10 mph. Gusts around 0-10 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later.
72
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00
GoodSummit winds around 0-10 mph. Gusts around 5-15 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud becomes more persistent later.
77
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA mixed night to camp, mainly because of damp air: a frost, down to 0°C.59Mixed · 600 mView 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. Above about 600 m you'd likely be in cloud for part of the night: damp, and hard to find your way if you need to move. The air is damp at every height we checked (300-900 m), so expect heavy condensation. Leave the vents open. A frost up around 900 m, down to about 0°C. A warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag rated to about -2°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.
Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about -2°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.
Fair conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock should be mostly dry, though drainage lines and shaded holds may still be damp. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly schist, a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated. On the usual routes up you may also cross psammite, 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
Main concernmuch of the route may be in cloud
Representative rock around the summit and along available routes
SemipeliteMorar Schists Formation
Origin
Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group
Psammite, pelite or semipelite
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area
Psammite, pelite or semipelite in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Schist is a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated. 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.
Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
psammite, pelite or semipelite
Geological detail and BGS records
Mapped variation
2 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
SemipeliteMorar Schists Formation782–1,026 m samplesSeen on Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
Schist is a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated.
BGS record →
Route sample
PsammiteLower Morar Psammite Formation295–904 m samplesSeen on Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
Psammite is a hard, sandy rock that has been squeezed and heated. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is generally solid and blocky.
Recommended kit for this dayWeather-aware packing prompts, plus your core hillwalking kitView kit
For a day hillwalk, not a complete route-specific checklist. Carry navigation and backup you can use, warm and waterproof layers, suitable footwear, food and water, a headtorch, emergency shelter, first aid and a way to call for help. Snow, ice, technical terrain and overnight trips need additional equipment and skills.
Does the weather shape your plans?Optional hill-user research. One answer helps; further questions are up to you.Take part
Help the Mountain Decisions Project understand how forecasts influence hill days, including when plans stay the same. Findings will be shared publicly as summaries, not individual responses.
This is about Sgùrr na Cìche on Sunday 8 November 2026. It asks about intentions, not whether you actually went out. No name or account is needed.
Summit wind · 08:00-17:0010-20 mph southeasterlySummit gusts · 08:00-17:0010-20 mphFeels like-6 to -2°CPrecipitationLittle or noneCloud-free summit estimate55%Cloud base through day500-800 mFreezing level700-1,000 mDaylightSunrise 07:49 · Sunset 16:21 · 8.5 hours daylight
The day on the hill
A good day on Sgùrr na Cìche: dry, with light winds.
Wind
On the summit expect light winds of up to 15 mph, mainly south-easterly, with gusts of 10–20 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 midday. The cloud base could be as low as 500–800 m around midday. Mist or fog is possible in the valleys early on, clearing by about 10am.
Rain and ground
It should stay dry.
Warmth and kit
On the tops it will be around -2 to 2°C, feeling like -6 to -2°C in the wind. The freezing level is close to summit height. Take a hat, gloves, a windproof and a spare warm layer.
Daylight
A short day, with only about 9 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:20pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.
Forecast confidence
Cloud 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 3.7 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.
Morning · 08:00–12:00
MixedSummit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground.
61
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00
ExcellentSummit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later.
92
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA mixed night to camp, mainly because of damp air: a frost, down to -3°C.59Mixed · 600 mView detailsHide details
Night beginning Monday 9 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 20 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 -3°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.
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.
Fair conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock should be mostly dry, though drainage lines and shaded holds may still be damp. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly schist, a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated. On the usual routes up you may also cross psammite, 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 gust10-20 mphRain0.0 mm
Representative rock around the summit and along available routes
SemipeliteMorar Schists Formation
Origin
Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group
Psammite, pelite or semipelite
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area
Psammite, pelite or semipelite in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Schist is a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated. 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.
Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
psammite, pelite or semipelite
Geological detail and BGS records
Mapped variation
2 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
SemipeliteMorar Schists Formation782–1,026 m samplesSeen on Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
Schist is a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated.
BGS record →
Route sample
PsammiteLower Morar Psammite Formation295–904 m samplesSeen on Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
Psammite is a hard, sandy rock that has been squeezed and heated. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is generally solid and blocky.
Recommended kit for this dayWeather-aware packing prompts, plus your core hillwalking kitView kit
For a day hillwalk, not a complete route-specific checklist. Carry navigation and backup you can use, warm and waterproof layers, suitable footwear, food and water, a headtorch, emergency shelter, first aid and a way to call for help. Snow, ice, technical terrain and overnight trips need additional equipment and skills.
Does the weather shape your plans?Optional hill-user research. One answer helps; further questions are up to you.Take part
Help the Mountain Decisions Project understand how forecasts influence hill days, including when plans stay the same. Findings will be shared publicly as summaries, not individual responses.
This is about Sgùrr na Cìche on Monday 9 November 2026. It asks about intentions, not whether you actually went out. No name or account is needed.
Summit wind · 08:00-17:005-15 mph southerlySummit gusts · 08:00-17:0010-20 mphFeels like-6 to -2°CPrecipitationLittle or noneCloud-free summit estimate80%Cloud base through day700-1,200 mFreezing level700-1,000 mDaylightSunrise 07:51 · Sunset 16:19 · 8.5 hours daylight
The day on the hill
A good day on Sgùrr na Cìche: dry, with light winds and clear tops for most of the day.
Wind
On the summit expect light winds of up to 15 mph, mainly southerly, with gusts of 10–20 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside the wind will be light, under 5 mph.
Cloud and visibility
The tops are likely to drift in and out of cloud, with the best chance of a clear summit mid-morning. The cloud base could be as low as 700–1000 m mid-afternoon. A few forecast models bring it lower still, to around 500–800 m. Mist or fog is possible in the valleys early on, clearing by about 3am.
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 around 800–1100 m, so it will be below freezing on the tops. Take a hat, gloves, a windproof and a spare warm layer.
Daylight
A short day, with only about 8 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:20pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.
Forecast confidence
Cloud heights are particularly hard to pin down today. 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 4.9 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.
Morning · 08:00–12:00
GoodSummit 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.
83
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00
ExcellentSummit winds around 5-15 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud becomes more persistent later.
86
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 cold: a frost, down to -2°C.59Mixed · 600 mView detailsHide details
Night beginning Tuesday 10 November 2026
Full overnight outlook
A mixed night to camp, mainly because of the cold. Light winds on open ground, gusting no more than about 7 mph. It should stay dry. A frost up around 900 m, down to about -2°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.
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.
Good conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock should be mostly dry, though drainage lines and shaded holds may still be damp. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly schist, a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated. On the usual routes up you may also cross psammite, 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 gust10-20 mphRain0.0 mm
Main concernmuch of the route may be in cloud
Representative rock around the summit and along available routes
SemipeliteMorar Schists Formation
Origin
Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group
Psammite, pelite or semipelite
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area
Psammite, pelite or semipelite in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Schist is a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated. 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.
Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
psammite, pelite or semipelite
Geological detail and BGS records
Mapped variation
2 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
SemipeliteMorar Schists Formation782–1,026 m samplesSeen on Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
Schist is a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated.
BGS record →
Route sample
PsammiteLower Morar Psammite Formation295–904 m samplesSeen on Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
Psammite is a hard, sandy rock that has been squeezed and heated. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is generally solid and blocky.
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Summit wind · 08:00-17:000-10 mph southeasterlySummit gusts · 08:00-17:005-15 mphFeels like-8 to -4°CPrecipitationLittle or noneCloud-free summit estimate90%Cloud base through day900-1,200 mFreezing level800-1,100 mDaylightSunrise 07:53 · Sunset 16:17 · 8.4 hours daylight
The day on the hill
A good day on Sgùrr na Cìche: 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 south-easterly, with gusts of 5–15 mph at the windiest.
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 -4 to 0°C, feeling like -8 to -4°C in the wind. The freezing level is close to summit height. Take a hat, gloves, a windproof and a spare warm layer.
Daylight
A short day, with only about 8 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:15pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.
Forecast confidence
Cloud heights are particularly hard to pin down today. It's still five days off and could change, so check again nearer the time.
Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine
The surrounding model grid indicates 0 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.
Morning · 08:00–12:00
GoodSummit winds around 0-10 mph. Gusts around 5-15 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud is more persistent early in this period, with better prospects later.
76
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00
ExcellentSummit winds around 0-10 mph. Gusts around 5-15 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud becomes more persistent later.
91
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA mixed night to camp, mainly because of the cold: a frost, down to -2°C.59Mixed · 600 mView detailsHide details
Night beginning Wednesday 11 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 20 mph. 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. A frost up around 900 m, down to about -2°C. A warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag rated to about -2°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.
Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about -2°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.
Mixed conditions for exposed scrambling. It should stay mostly dry, but a passing shower could leave the rock damp and slippery. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly schist, a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated. On the usual routes up you may also cross psammite, 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 surfaceDry initially; rain possiblePeak gust5-15 mphRainPossible · 25%
Main concernrain possible despite mostly dry conditions being favoured
Representative rock around the summit and along available routes
SemipeliteMorar Schists Formation
Origin
Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group
Psammite, pelite or semipelite
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area
Psammite, pelite or semipelite in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Schist is a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated. 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.
Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
psammite, pelite or semipelite
Geological detail and BGS records
Mapped variation
2 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
SemipeliteMorar Schists Formation782–1,026 m samplesSeen on Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
Schist is a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated.
BGS record →
Route sample
PsammiteLower Morar Psammite Formation295–904 m samplesSeen on Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
Psammite is a hard, sandy rock that has been squeezed and heated. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is generally solid and blocky.
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A fine day on Sgùrr na Cìche: dry, with light winds and clear tops for most of the day, though expect a bitter wind chill.
Wind
On the summit expect a northerly wind of 10–20 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 20–30 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside the wind will be light, under 10 mph.
Cloud and visibility
The tops are likely to stay mostly clear of cloud, though brief patches cannot be ruled out. 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 -6 to -2°C, feeling like -14 to -10°C in the wind. The freezing level is around 600–900 m, so it will be below freezing on the tops. Hat, gloves and a warm insulated layer are essential, with extra warmth for stops.
Daylight
A short day, with only about 8 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:15pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.
Forecast confidence
It's still six days off and could change, so check again nearer the time.
Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine
The surrounding model grid indicates 7.9 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.
Morning · 08:00–12:00
ExcellentSummit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground.
87
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00
ExcellentSummit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground.
91
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA poor night to camp on open ground: a frost, down to -4°C.39Poor · 600 mView detailsHide details
Night beginning Thursday 12 November 2026
Full overnight outlook
A poor night to camp on open ground. Light winds on open ground, gusting no more than about 20 mph. The wind swings from northerly to westerly overnight, so a pitch sheltered at dusk may not be by morning. Dry to pitch, then a little rain by morning, so you'll likely pack up in the wet. A frost at every height we checked (300-900 m), down to about -4°C. A warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag rated to about -4°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.
Clear spells may allow a view of the Moon. Illumination describes the sunlit part of the Moon, not brightness at your pitch.
Overnight window: 12 Nov, 17:00 GMT to 13 Nov, 08:00 GMT. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.
Elevation reference (open ground)
300 m39 · poor
Wind / gust
9 mph / 15 mph
Typical / low
-0.3°C / -0.8°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Low
600 m39 · poor
Wind / gust
11 mph / 18 mph
Typical / low
-0.3°C / -0.8°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Low
900 m39 · poor
Wind / gust
13 mph / 22 mph
Typical / low
-4.2°C / -4.4°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
Low
Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about -4°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.
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. The rock around the summit is mostly schist, a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated. On the usual routes up you may also cross psammite, 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
SemipeliteMorar Schists Formation
Origin
Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group
Psammite, pelite or semipelite
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area
Psammite, pelite or semipelite in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Schist is a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated. 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.
Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
psammite, pelite or semipelite
Geological detail and BGS records
Mapped variation
2 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
SemipeliteMorar Schists Formation782–1,026 m samplesSeen on Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
Schist is a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated.
BGS record →
Route sample
PsammiteLower Morar Psammite Formation295–904 m samplesSeen on Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
Psammite is a hard, sandy rock that has been squeezed and heated. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is generally solid and blocky.
Recommended kit for this dayWeather-aware packing prompts, plus your core hillwalking kitView kit
For a day hillwalk, not a complete route-specific checklist. Carry navigation and backup you can use, warm and waterproof layers, suitable footwear, food and water, a headtorch, emergency shelter, first aid and a way to call for help. Snow, ice, technical terrain and overnight trips need additional equipment and skills.
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This is about Sgùrr na Cìche on Thursday 12 November 2026. It asks about intentions, not whether you actually went out. No name or account is needed.
Summit wind · 08:00-17:0010-20 mph westerlySummit gusts · 08:00-17:0015-25 mphFeels like-12 to -8°CPrecipitationUp to around 2 mmCloud-free summit estimate50%Cloud base through day700-1,400 mFreezing level400-700 mDaylightSunrise 07:58 · Sunset 16:13 · 8.2 hours daylight
The day on the hill
A mixed day on Sgùrr na Cìche, with snow on the tops and a bitter wind chill.
Snow and navigation
Snow is forecast on the tops during the morning and afternoon. The air freezing level is roughly 500 to 700 m above sea level. Snow can fall below this, but its lower limit is uncertain. The forecast model suggests less than 1 cm of fresh snowfall at around 900 m between 08:00 and 17:00 (local time). The amount settling is uncertain and will vary with melting and drifting.
Wind
On the summit expect light winds of up to 15 mph, mainly westerly, with gusts of 15–25 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside the wind will be light, under 10 mph.
Cloud and visibility
The tops start clear, but the cloud comes down onto them around midday. The cloud base could be as low as 700–1000 m around midday.
Rain and ground
Snow for much of the day.
Warmth and kit
On the tops it will be around -6 to -2°C, feeling like -12 to -8°C in the wind. The freezing level is around 500–800 m, so it will be below freezing on the tops. Hat, gloves and a warm insulated layer are essential, with extra warmth for stops. Pack waterproofs too, and keep a warm layer dry in your pack.
Daylight
A short day, with only about 8 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:15pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.
Forecast confidence
Cloud heights are particularly hard to pin down today. 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 0.9 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.
Morning · 08:00–12:00
GoodSummit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 15-25 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.
75
Afternoon · 12:00–17:00
PoorSummit winds around 10-20 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground. Rain is forecast during this period.
46
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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA poor night to camp on open ground: a frost, down to -3°C.39Poor · 600 mView detailsHide details
Night beginning Friday 13 November 2026
Full overnight outlook
A poor night to camp on open ground. Light winds on open ground, gusting no more than about 20 mph. The wind swings from westerly to southwesterly overnight, so a pitch sheltered at dusk may not be by morning. 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 frost at every height we checked (300-900 m), down to about -3°C. A warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag rated to about -4°C comfort, and a warm mat, should do. Allow more if you sleep cold.
Extensive cloud may limit moonlight. Illumination describes the sunlit part of the Moon, not brightness at your pitch.
Overnight window: 13 Nov, 17:00 GMT to 14 Nov, 08:00 GMT. Approximate open-horizon times; hills can hide the Moon. Still take a headtorch.
Elevation reference (open ground)
300 m39 · poor
Wind / gust
9 mph / 16 mph
Typical / low
-1.0°C / -1.1°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
600 m39 · poor
Wind / gust
11 mph / 19 mph
Typical / low
-1.0°C / -1.1°C · much of the night
In cloud
0% of modelled night
Condensation
High
900 m39 · poor
Wind / gust
13 mph / 22 mph
Typical / low
-2.7°C / -2.8°C · much of the night
In cloud
67% of modelled night
Condensation
High
Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about -4°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.
Very poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock is likely to be wet and slippery through the day. Icy patches are likely on the rock, which makes it treacherous without winter kit. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly schist, a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated. On the usual routes up you may also cross psammite, 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 mphRain1.4 mm
Main factorswet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloudSnow may fall on high ground. Deposits could make summer scrambling conditions inappropriate
Representative rock around the summit and along available routes
SemipeliteMorar Schists Formation
Origin
Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group
Psammite, pelite or semipelite
Mapping
BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area
Psammite, pelite or semipelite in 100% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Schist is a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated. 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.
Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
psammite, pelite or semipelite
Geological detail and BGS records
Mapped variation
2 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
SemipeliteMorar Schists Formation782–1,026 m samplesSeen on Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
Schist is a flaky, mica-rich rock that splits into layers. It has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. It splits easily along its layers, so flakes and ledges can be loose, and it is often grassy and vegetated.
BGS record →
Route sample
PsammiteLower Morar Psammite Formation295–904 m samplesSeen on Sgùrr nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary), Garbh Chioch Mhòr and Sgùrr na Cìche
Psammite is a hard, sandy rock that has been squeezed and heated. It grips well when dry and is fair when wet. It is generally solid and blocky.
Recommended kit for this dayWeather-aware packing prompts, plus your core hillwalking kitView kit
For a day hillwalk, not a complete route-specific checklist. Carry navigation and backup you can use, warm and waterproof layers, suitable footwear, food and water, a headtorch, emergency shelter, first aid and a way to call for help. Snow, ice, technical terrain and overnight trips need additional equipment and skills.
Does the weather shape your plans?Optional hill-user research. One answer helps; further questions are up to you.Take part
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This is about Sgùrr na Cìche on Friday 13 November 2026. It asks about intentions, not whether you actually went out. No name or account is needed.
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