Stob Bàn (Mamores) Summit Weather Forecast

Tuesday 10 November 2026Confidence: High

Overall hill weather93Excellent

Summit wind · 08:00-17:000-15 mph northeasterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0010-20 mph Feels like-4 to 0°C PrecipitationLittle or none Cloud-free summit estimate90% Freezing level1,000-1,300 m DaylightSunrise 07:48 · Sunset 16:18 · 8.5 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A fine day on Stob Bàn (Mamores): 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 north-easterly, with gusts of 10–20 mph at the windiest.

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 -2 to 2°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 8 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:20pm, 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 3.9 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.

Early: 0 h
Midday: 3.7 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 5-15 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground.

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

Night beginning Tuesday 10 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

A mixed night to camp, mainly because of the cold. Light winds on open ground, gusting no more than about 15 mph. It should stay dry. A frost up around 900 m, down to about -1°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.

Overnight rain0.0 mm Open ground · 600 m7 mph · gusts 14 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about -2°C or lower

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 6 mph / 12 mph
Typical / low: 3.8°C / 1.5°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Moderate

600 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 7 mph / 14 mph
Typical / low: 3.3°C / 0.8°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Moderate

900 m39 · poor

Wind / gust: 8 mph / 17 mph
Typical / low: 1.2°C / -1.2°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 -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 & 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 quartzite, a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands. On the usual routes up you may also cross schist, which has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. 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 Quartzite Glen Coe Quartzite Member

Origin: Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group: Quartzite
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Quartzite in 82% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: Moderate confidence

View the summit BGS record

Quartzite is a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands. 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.

Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

psammite, pelite or semipelite, quartzite, granite, gneiss or gabbro

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

6 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 Quartzite Glen Coe Quartzite Member 874–989 m samples Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

Quartzite is a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands.

BGS record

Summit-area sample Pelite and calcsilicate-rock Leven Schist Formation 171–521 m samples Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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 Leucogranite Mullach Nan Coirean Pluton Around 637 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

Granite is a coarse, crystalline rock. It has excellent friction when dry and clean and is fair when wet, but greasy where there is lichen or moss. It is generally solid, but weathers into rounded slabs and blocks, and loose granite grit on slabs can roll underfoot like ball bearings.

BGS record

Route sample Pelite Loch Treig Schist And Quartzite Formation Around 756 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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 Porphyritic microdiorite Ben Nevis Dyke Swarm Around 52 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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

BGS record

Summit-area sample Felsite Ben Nevis Dyke Swarm

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.

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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Wednesday 11 November 2026Confidence: Medium

Overall hill weather93Excellent

Summit wind · 08:00-17:005-25 mph northerly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0020-30 mph Feels like-10 to -6°C PrecipitationLittle or none Cloud-free summit estimate90% Freezing level600-900 m DaylightSunrise 07:50 · Sunset 16:16 · 8.4 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A fine day on Stob Bàn (Mamores): dry and breezy, with clear tops for most of the day.

Wind

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

Cloud and visibility

The tops are likely to stay mostly clear of cloud, though brief patches cannot be ruled out. The air should be clear, so expect far-reaching views as long as the tops stay clear.

Rain and ground

It should stay dry.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around -4 to 0°C, feeling like -10 to -6°C in the wind. The freezing level is around 700–1000 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 4:15pm, 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 5.3 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.

Early: 0 h
Midday: 3.3 h
Later: 0 h

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

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Excellent Summit winds around 5-15 mph. Gusts around 10-20 mph are possible on exposed ground.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Excellent Summit winds around 10-25 mph. Gusts around 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground.

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaToo windy for an exposed pitch up around 900 m (gusts of about 40 mph and a frost, down to -4°C). Lower down, a poor night to camp on open ground. 39Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Wednesday 11 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

Too windy for an exposed pitch up around 900 m. Lower down, a poor night to camp on open ground. Gusts reach about 40 mph around 900 m and nearer 30 mph around 300 m, which makes for a noisy, testing night even in a good tent. Pitch low down and in real shelter, or leave it for another night. Expect a little rain, mostly early on, so you'll likely pitch in the rain. 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.

Overnight rain0.3 mm Open ground · 600 m20 mph · gusts 34 mph Morning pack-upNo wet signal Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about -4°C or lower

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m39 · poor

Wind / gust: 16 mph / 28 mph
Typical / low: 0.2°C / -0.7°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Low

600 m39 · poor

Wind / gust: 20 mph / 34 mph
Typical / low: -0.7°C / -1.6°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Low

900 m19 · very poor

Wind / gust: 23 mph / 40 mph
Typical / low: -3.2°C / -4.3°C · much of the night
In cloud: 7% of modelled night
Condensation: Low

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

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaPoor conditions for exposed scrambling. Poor35 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock should be mostly dry, though drainage lines and shaded holds may still be damp. Snow is likely on the rock and ledges, so it becomes a winter route. Gusts of 20–30 mph will be noticeable on exposed ridges. The rock around the summit is mostly quartzite, a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands. On the usual routes up you may also cross schist, which has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. 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 mphRain0.1 mm

Main concernSnow may fall on high ground. Deposits could make summer scrambling conditions inappropriate

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Quartzite Glen Coe Quartzite Member

Origin: Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group: Quartzite
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Quartzite in 82% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: Moderate confidence

View the summit BGS record

Quartzite is a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands. 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.

Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

psammite, pelite or semipelite, quartzite, granite, gneiss or gabbro

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

6 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 Quartzite Glen Coe Quartzite Member 874–989 m samples Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

Quartzite is a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands.

BGS record

Summit-area sample Pelite and calcsilicate-rock Leven Schist Formation 171–521 m samples Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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 Leucogranite Mullach Nan Coirean Pluton Around 637 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

Granite is a coarse, crystalline rock. It has excellent friction when dry and clean and is fair when wet, but greasy where there is lichen or moss. It is generally solid, but weathers into rounded slabs and blocks, and loose granite grit on slabs can roll underfoot like ball bearings.

BGS record

Route sample Pelite Loch Treig Schist And Quartzite Formation Around 756 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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 Porphyritic microdiorite Ben Nevis Dyke Swarm Around 52 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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

BGS record

Summit-area sample Felsite Ben Nevis Dyke Swarm

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.

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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Thursday 12 November 2026Confidence: Medium

Overall hill weather59Mixed

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0020-30 mph northerly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0030-40 mph Feels like-14 to -10°C PrecipitationLittle or none Cloud-free summit estimate90% Freezing level400-700 m DaylightSunrise 07:52 · Sunset 16:14 · 8.4 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A mixed day on Stob Bàn (Mamores), with a bitter wind chill and a blustery wind.

Wind

On the summit expect a northerly wind of 20–30 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 30–40 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside the wind will be light, under 10 mph. Gusts like that are strong enough to make walking into it hard work, with buffeting on ridges and edges.

Cloud and visibility

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

Rain and ground

It should stay dry.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around -6 to -2°C, feeling like -14 to -10°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.

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

The forecast models disagree on how strong the wind will be, so it could be noticeably stronger than this. 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 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 Mixed Summit winds around 20-30 mph. Gusts around 30-40 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can make walking into it hard work, with buffeting on ridges and edges.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Mixed Summit winds around 20-30 mph. Gusts around 30-40 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can make walking into it hard work, with buffeting on ridges and edges.

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA mixed night to camp, mainly because of the wind: a frost, down to -2°C. 59Mixed · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Thursday 12 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. 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.

Overnight rain0.0 mm Open ground · 600 m21 mph · gusts 29 mph Morning pack-upNo wet signal Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about -2°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing crescent moon

Illuminated disc: 13%
Moonrise: Outside this window
Moonset: 17:12 GMT

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

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 17 mph / 24 mph
Typical / low: 1.1°C / 0.6°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Low

600 m59 · mixed

Wind / gust: 21 mph / 29 mph
Typical / low: 0.5°C / 0.2°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Low

900 m39 · poor

Wind / gust: 24 mph / 34 mph
Typical / low: -2.0°C / -2.3°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Low

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about -2°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaFair conditions for exposed scrambling: gusts of 30–40 mph. Mixed61 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Fair conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock should be mostly dry, though drainage lines and shaded holds may still be damp. Gusts of 30–40 mph could throw you off balance on exposed moves and ridges. The rock around the summit is mostly quartzite, a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands. On the usual routes up you may also cross schist, which has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. 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 gust30-40 mphRain0.0 mm

Main concerngusts of 30–40 mph

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Quartzite Glen Coe Quartzite Member

Origin: Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group: Quartzite
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Quartzite in 82% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: Moderate confidence

View the summit BGS record

Quartzite is a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands. 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.

Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

psammite, pelite or semipelite, quartzite, granite, gneiss or gabbro

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

6 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 Quartzite Glen Coe Quartzite Member 874–989 m samples Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

Quartzite is a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands.

BGS record

Summit-area sample Pelite and calcsilicate-rock Leven Schist Formation 171–521 m samples Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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 Leucogranite Mullach Nan Coirean Pluton Around 637 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

Granite is a coarse, crystalline rock. It has excellent friction when dry and clean and is fair when wet, but greasy where there is lichen or moss. It is generally solid, but weathers into rounded slabs and blocks, and loose granite grit on slabs can roll underfoot like ball bearings.

BGS record

Route sample Pelite Loch Treig Schist And Quartzite Formation Around 756 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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 Porphyritic microdiorite Ben Nevis Dyke Swarm Around 52 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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

BGS record

Summit-area sample Felsite Ben Nevis Dyke Swarm

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.

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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Friday 13 November 2026Confidence: Medium

Overall hill weather54Mixed

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0015-30 mph westerly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0030-40 mph Feels like-12 to -8°C PrecipitationUp to around 2 mm Cloud-free summit estimate60% Cloud base through day500-2,000 m Freezing level500-800 m DaylightSunrise 07:55 · Sunset 16:12 · 8.3 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A mixed day on Stob Bàn (Mamores), with snow on the tops and a bitter wind chill.

Snow and navigation

Snow is forecast on the tops in the afternoon. The air freezing level is roughly 700 to 1000 m above sea level. Snow can fall below this, but its lower limit is uncertain. Blowing snow may quickly cover paths and footprints and make navigation difficult. Snow may collect in deeper drifts in hollows, behind boulders and on slopes sheltered from the wind. Exposed ground may be scoured while nearby drifts deepen. Wind-loaded slopes can also be avalanche terrain. Check the local avalanche forecast where one is available; this is not an assessment of slope stability.

Wind

On the summit expect a westerly wind of 15–30 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 30–40 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside the wind will be light, under 10 mph. Gusts like that will be noticeable on ridges and open tops, and you will chill quickly when you stop. It gets windier still after dark, with summit gusts of 30–40 mph, so bear that in mind if you will be out late.

Cloud and visibility

The tops start clear, but the cloud comes down onto them in the early afternoon. The cloud base could be as low as 500–800 m mid-afternoon. Good spells of sunshine are likely. The air should be clear, so expect far-reaching views whenever the tops come out of the cloud.

Rain and ground

Snow arrives mid-afternoon. Expect up to 2 mm in total, measured as melted water, so any snow would lie deeper. Some forecast models keep it drier in the afternoon.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around -4 to 0°C, feeling like -12 to -8°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. Pack waterproofs too, and keep a warm layer dry in your pack.

Daylight

A short day, with only about 8 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:10pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

It's still 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 7.6 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.

Early: 2 h
Midday: 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 15-25 mph. Gusts around 20-30 mph are possible on exposed ground.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Poor Summit winds around 20-30 mph. Gusts around 30-40 mph are possible on exposed ground. Summit cloud becomes more persistent later. Rain is forecast during this period. Rain is possible during the afternoon, but forecast models disagree on whether it will fall.

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaToo windy for an exposed pitch up around 900 m (gusts of about 40 mph and about 4 mm of rain). Lower down, a mixed night to camp, mainly because of the wind. 39Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Friday 13 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

Too windy for an exposed pitch up around 900 m. Lower down, a mixed night to camp, mainly because of the wind. Gusts reach about 40 mph around 900 m and nearer 30 mph around 300 m, which makes for a noisy, testing night even in a good tent. Pitch low down and in real shelter, or leave it for another night. Expect about 4 mm of rain, with rain while you pitch and still falling when you pack up. 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. 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 rain3.7 mm Open ground · 600 m24 mph · gusts 34 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 0°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing crescent moon

Illuminated disc: 20%
Moonrise: Outside this window
Moonset: 18:17 GMT

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

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

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m53 · mixed

Wind / gust: 20 mph / 28 mph
Typical / low: 3.4°C / 3.0°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: High

600 m39 · poor

Wind / gust: 24 mph / 34 mph
Typical / low: 3.1°C / 2.7°C · much of the night
In cloud: 67% of modelled night
Condensation: High

900 m19 · very poor

Wind / gust: 29 mph / 40 mph
Typical / low: 0.9°C / 0.6°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 & scramblingBetaVery poor conditions for exposed scrambling: wet, slippery rock. Poor0 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Very poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock is likely to be wet and slippery through the day. Icy patches are likely on the rock, which makes it treacherous without winter kit. Gusts of 30–40 mph could throw you off balance on exposed moves and ridges. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly quartzite, a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands. On the usual routes up you may also cross schist, which has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust30-40 mphRain1.3 mm

Main factorsgusts of 30–40 mphwet rock likelySnow may fall on high ground. Deposits could make summer scrambling conditions inappropriate

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Quartzite Glen Coe Quartzite Member

Origin: Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group: Quartzite
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Quartzite in 82% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: Moderate confidence

View the summit BGS record

Quartzite is a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands. 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.

Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

psammite, pelite or semipelite, quartzite, granite, gneiss or gabbro

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

6 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 Quartzite Glen Coe Quartzite Member 874–989 m samples Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

Quartzite is a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands.

BGS record

Summit-area sample Pelite and calcsilicate-rock Leven Schist Formation 171–521 m samples Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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 Leucogranite Mullach Nan Coirean Pluton Around 637 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

Granite is a coarse, crystalline rock. It has excellent friction when dry and clean and is fair when wet, but greasy where there is lichen or moss. It is generally solid, but weathers into rounded slabs and blocks, and loose granite grit on slabs can roll underfoot like ball bearings.

BGS record

Route sample Pelite Loch Treig Schist And Quartzite Formation Around 756 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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 Porphyritic microdiorite Ben Nevis Dyke Swarm Around 52 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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

BGS record

Summit-area sample Felsite Ben Nevis Dyke Swarm

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.

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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Saturday 14 November 2026Confidence: Low

Overall hill weather6Poor

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0025-35 mph southwesterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0040-50 mph Feels like-10 to -6°C PrecipitationAround 2-5 mm Cloud-free summit estimate20% Cloud base through day500-800 m Freezing level900-1,200 m DaylightSunrise 07:57 · Sunset 16:10 · 8.2 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A poor day on the tops of Stob Bàn (Mamores), with sleet or snow on the tops and the summit in cloud for most of the day.

Snow and navigation

Sleet or snow is possible on the tops during the morning and afternoon, with small temperature changes affecting the mix. The air freezing level is roughly 1000 to 1200 m above sea level. Snow can fall below this, but its lower limit is uncertain.

Wind

On the summit expect a south-westerly wind of 25–35 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 40–50 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside it will be more like 5–15 mph. Gusts like that are strong enough to make walking into it hard work, with buffeting on ridges and edges.

Cloud and visibility

Expect the summit to be in cloud for most of the day. The cloud base could be as low as 500–800 m mid-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. Any sunshine is more likely on lower ground than on the summit.

Rain and ground

Sleet for much of the day. Expect 2–5 mm in total, measured as melted water, so any snow would lie deeper. Some forecast models keep it drier in the afternoon.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around -2 to 2°C, feeling like -10 to -6°C in the wind. The freezing level is close to summit height. Take a hat, gloves, a windproof and a spare warm layer. Pack waterproofs too, and keep a warm layer dry in your pack.

Daylight

A short day, with only about 8 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:10pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

The forecast models disagree on how strong the wind will be, so it could be noticeably stronger than this. 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 3.9 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.

Cloud may obscure this summit even while the surrounding model grid indicates sunshine. The low cloud-free summit estimate is a reason to be cautious about expecting views.

Early: Less than 1 hour
Midday: 2.6 h
Later: 0 h

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

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Poor Summit winds around 25-35 mph. Gusts around 35-45 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can make walking into it hard work, with buffeting on ridges and edges. Rain is forecast during this period.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Poor Summit winds around 25-35 mph. Gusts around 40-50 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can make walking into it hard work, with buffeting on ridges and edges. Rain is forecast during this period. Rain is possible during the afternoon, but forecast models disagree on whether it will fall.

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaNot a night to camp on the open hill: gusts of about 55 mph and around 16 mm of rain. 9Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Saturday 14 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

Not a night to camp on the open hill. Gusts reach about 55 mph around 900 m and nearer 40 mph around 300 m, strong enough to flatten or tear a tent. Don't count on finding shelter once you're up there. Choose another night or a low, sheltered spot. Expect a wet night, around 16 mm of rain, with rain while you pitch and still falling when you pack up. 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 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 rain16.3 mm Open ground · 600 m33 mph · gusts 48 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about 0°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing crescent moon

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

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

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

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m19 · very poor

Wind / gust: 27 mph / 40 mph
Typical / low: 6.4°C / 3.9°C · several hours
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: High

600 m9 · very poor

Wind / gust: 33 mph / 48 mph
Typical / low: 5.4°C / 3.3°C · several hours
In cloud: 20% of modelled night
Condensation: High

900 m9 · very poor

Wind / gust: 38 mph / 56 mph
Typical / low: 3.6°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.

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaVery poor conditions for exposed scrambling: wet, slippery rock. Poor0 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Very poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock is likely to be wet and slippery through the day. Snow is likely on the rock and ledges, so it becomes a winter route. Gusts of 40–50 mph could throw you off balance on exposed moves and ridges. Cloud on the tops may make route-finding and retreat harder. The rock around the summit is mostly quartzite, a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands. On the usual routes up you may also cross schist, which has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust40-50 mphRain3.8 mm

Main factorsgusts of 40–50 mphwet rock likelymuch of the route may be in cloud

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Quartzite Glen Coe Quartzite Member

Origin: Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group: Quartzite
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Quartzite in 82% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: Moderate confidence

View the summit BGS record

Quartzite is a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands. 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.

Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

psammite, pelite or semipelite, quartzite, granite, gneiss or gabbro

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

6 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 Quartzite Glen Coe Quartzite Member 874–989 m samples Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

Quartzite is a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands.

BGS record

Summit-area sample Pelite and calcsilicate-rock Leven Schist Formation 171–521 m samples Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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 Leucogranite Mullach Nan Coirean Pluton Around 637 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

Granite is a coarse, crystalline rock. It has excellent friction when dry and clean and is fair when wet, but greasy where there is lichen or moss. It is generally solid, but weathers into rounded slabs and blocks, and loose granite grit on slabs can roll underfoot like ball bearings.

BGS record

Route sample Pelite Loch Treig Schist And Quartzite Formation Around 756 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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 Porphyritic microdiorite Ben Nevis Dyke Swarm Around 52 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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

BGS record

Summit-area sample Felsite Ben Nevis Dyke Swarm

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.

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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Sunday 15 November 2026Confidence: Unavailable

Overall hill weather44Poor

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0020-35 mph southwesterly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0040-50 mph Feels like-8 to -4°C PrecipitationAround 5-10 mm Cloud-free summit estimate55% Cloud base through day1,000-1,700 m Freezing levelAbove summit DaylightSunrise 07:59 · Sunset 16:09 · 8.2 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A poor day on the tops of Stob Bàn (Mamores), with strong, gusty winds and rain for much of the day.

Things to watch

Burns could rise quickly from the afternoon into the night. Timings are rough. Turn back if a crossing looks unsafe.

Wind

On the summit expect a south-westerly wind of 20–35 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 40–50 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside it will be more like 5–15 mph. Gusts like that are strong enough to knock you off balance, so take care near edges and on narrow ridges. If the windier forecast models are right, summit gusts could reach 85–95 mph. It gets windier still after dark, with summit gusts of 45–55 mph, so bear that in mind if you will be out late.

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 lowers through the day. A few forecast models bring the cloud base down to around 600–900 m at times. The cloud base sits close to summit height, so the top could go in and out of cloud at short notice. Visibility may drop briefly in showers. It looks hazy, so views may be limited even when the tops are clear.

Rain and ground

Rain for much of the day, becoming heavier later. Expect 5–10 mm in total. Some forecast models keep it drier in the afternoon.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around 0 to 4°C, feeling like -8 to -4°C in the wind. The freezing level is close to summit height. Take a hat, gloves, a windproof and a spare warm layer. Pack waterproofs too, and keep a warm layer dry in your pack.

Daylight

A short day, with only about 8 hours of daylight. Sunset is around 4:10pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

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

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

The surrounding model grid indicates 0 h of sunshine. This is not a forecast of time in sunshine on the summit. Use the cloud and views outlook above for the conditions on this mountain.

Early: 0 h
Midday: 0 h
Later: 0 h

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

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Poor Summit winds around 25-35 mph early in the morning, easing to 20-30 mph later. Gusts around 40-50 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can knock you off balance, so take care near edges and on narrow ridges. Rain is forecast during this period.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Poor More rain is expected. Summit winds around 20-35 mph. Gusts around 35-45 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can make walking into it hard work, with buffeting on ridges and edges. Rain is forecast during this period. Some forecast models bring rain during the afternoon, while others keep it mostly dry.

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaNot a night to camp on the open hill: gusts of about 60 mph and around 14 mm of rain. 9Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Sunday 15 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

Not a night to camp on the open hill. Gusts reach about 60 mph around 900 m and nearer 40 mph around 300 m, strong enough to flatten or tear a tent. Don't count on finding shelter once you're up there. Choose another night or a low, sheltered spot. The wind swings from southwesterly to northwesterly overnight, so a pitch sheltered at dusk may not be by morning. Expect a wet night, around 14 mm of 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. A frost at every height we checked (300-900 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.

Overnight rain13.7 mm Open ground · 600 m27 mph · gusts 49 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about -2°C or lower

Moon overnight

Waxing crescent moon

Illuminated disc: 36%
Moonrise: Outside this window
Moonset: 20:54 GMT

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

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

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m19 · very poor

Wind / gust: 22 mph / 39 mph
Typical / low: 7.8°C / 0.0°C · several hours
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Moderate

600 m9 · very poor

Wind / gust: 27 mph / 49 mph
Typical / low: 4.0°C / 0.0°C · several hours
In cloud: 20% of modelled night
Condensation: High

900 m9 · very poor

Wind / gust: 32 mph / 58 mph
Typical / low: 4.6°C / -2.5°C · much of the night
In cloud: 53% of modelled night
Condensation: High

Warmth planning: As a broad starting point, consider a warm 3-season or 3–4 season bag with an ISO/EN comfort rating at or below about -2°C. Allow more margin if you sleep cold or expect fatigue, and use an adequate insulated mat. Dampness is possible, so keep the sleep system dry and ensure its insulation remains effective if damp.

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaVery poor conditions for exposed scrambling: gusts of 40–50 mph. Poor5 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Very poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock is likely to be wet and slippery through the day. Gusts of 40–50 mph could throw you off balance on exposed moves and ridges. The rock around the summit is mostly quartzite, a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands. On the usual routes up you may also cross schist, which has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust40-50 mphRain11.9 mm

Main factorsgusts of 40–50 mphwet rock likely

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Quartzite Glen Coe Quartzite Member

Origin: Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group: Quartzite
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Quartzite in 82% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: Moderate confidence

View the summit BGS record

Quartzite is a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands. 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.

Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

psammite, pelite or semipelite, quartzite, granite, gneiss or gabbro

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

6 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 Quartzite Glen Coe Quartzite Member 874–989 m samples Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

Quartzite is a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands.

BGS record

Summit-area sample Pelite and calcsilicate-rock Leven Schist Formation 171–521 m samples Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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 Leucogranite Mullach Nan Coirean Pluton Around 637 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

Granite is a coarse, crystalline rock. It has excellent friction when dry and clean and is fair when wet, but greasy where there is lichen or moss. It is generally solid, but weathers into rounded slabs and blocks, and loose granite grit on slabs can roll underfoot like ball bearings.

BGS record

Route sample Pelite Loch Treig Schist And Quartzite Formation Around 756 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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 Porphyritic microdiorite Ben Nevis Dyke Swarm Around 52 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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

BGS record

Summit-area sample Felsite Ben Nevis Dyke Swarm

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.

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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Monday 16 November 2026Confidence: Unavailable

Overall hill weather32Poor

Summit wind · 08:00-17:0020-30 mph westerly Summit gusts · 08:00-17:0030-40 mph Feels like-14 to -10°C PrecipitationUp to around 2 mm Cloud-free summit estimate60% Freezing level500-800 m DaylightSunrise 08:01 · Sunset 16:07 · 8.1 hours daylight

The day on the hill

A poor day on the tops of Stob Bàn (Mamores), with snow on the tops and a bitter wind chill.

Snow and navigation

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

Wind

On the summit expect a westerly wind of 20–30 mph for most of the day, with gusts of 30–40 mph at the windiest. Lower down on the open hillside the wind will be light, under 10 mph. Gusts like that are strong enough to make walking into it hard work, with buffeting on ridges and edges. If the windier forecast models are right, summit gusts could reach 55–65 mph.

Cloud and visibility

Clear spells are possible, but cloud could cover the tops for part of the day. Forecast models differ on how much summit cloud develops. A few forecast models bring the cloud base down to around 600–900 m at times. The cloud base sits close to summit height, so the top could go in and out of cloud at short notice. Patchy mist is possible in sheltered valleys early on.

Rain and ground

A band of snow moves in during the early afternoon. Expect up to 2 mm in total, measured as melted water, so any snow would lie deeper. The ground is very wet after recent rain, so expect boggy paths.

Warmth and kit

On the tops it will be around -4 to 0°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. 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 4:05pm, so allow time to get off the hill before dark, and carry a head torch.

Forecast confidence

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

Sunshine context Model-grid estimate, not summit sunshine

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

Early: 1 h
Midday: 4 h
Later: 0 h

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

Morning · 08:00–12:00 Poor Summit winds around 20-30 mph. Gusts around 30-40 mph are possible on exposed ground.

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Afternoon · 12:00–17:00 Poor Summit winds around 20-30 mph. Gusts around 30-40 mph are possible on exposed ground. Gusts this strong can make walking into it hard work, with buffeting on ridges and edges. Rain is forecast during this period.

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Overnight · 17:00–08:00Wild campingBetaA poor night to camp on open ground: gusts of about 35 mph and a frost, down to -2°C. 39Poor · 600 m View detailsHide details

Night beginning Monday 16 November 2026

Full overnight outlook

A poor night to camp on open ground. Gusts reach about 35 mph around 900 m and nearer 25 mph around 300 m, which makes for a noisy, testing night even in a good tent. Look for shelter from the west. The wind swings from westerly to southerly overnight, so a pitch sheltered at dusk may not be by morning. Dry to pitch, then some light rain by morning, so you'll likely pack up in the wet. A frost at every height we checked (300-900 m), down to about -2°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. The ground will be sodden after recent rain, so pick a firm, well-drained pitch.

Overnight rain2.5 mm Open ground · 600 m16 mph · gusts 30 mph Morning pack-upDampness possible Sleeping-bag warmthISO comfort rating about -4°C or lower

Moon overnight

First-quarter moon

Illuminated disc: 46%
Moonrise: Outside this window
Moonset: 22:16 GMT

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

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

Elevation reference (open ground)

300 m39 · poor

Wind / gust: 13 mph / 25 mph
Typical / low: 0.0°C / -0.5°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Moderate

600 m39 · poor

Wind / gust: 16 mph / 30 mph
Typical / low: -0.1°C / -0.7°C · much of the night
In cloud: 0% of modelled night
Condensation: Moderate

900 m39 · poor

Wind / gust: 18 mph / 36 mph
Typical / low: -1.9°C / -2.3°C · much of the night
In cloud: 13% 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 -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.

The ground is likely to be very wet after recent rain. Expect boggy approaches and choose a durable pitch carefully.

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

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Daytime · exposed rockClimbing & scramblingBetaVery poor conditions for exposed scrambling: wet, slippery rock. Poor0 View detailsHide details

Generic exposed-rock guidance

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Very poor conditions for exposed scrambling. The rock is likely to be wet and slippery through the day. Icy patches are likely on the rock, which makes it treacherous without winter kit. Gusts of 30–40 mph could throw you off balance on exposed moves and ridges. The rock around the summit is mostly quartzite, a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands. On the usual routes up you may also cross schist, which has only fair grip when dry and is slippery when wet, as the mica gives it a greasy sheen. These are general notes for each rock type, taken from geological maps around the summit, so the rock on your line may differ.

Rock surfaceWet rock likelyPeak gust30-40 mphRain0.6 mm

Main factorsgusts of 30–40 mphwet rock likelySnow is likely to be lying on high ground, with further snowfall possible during the day

Representative rock around the summit and along available routes Quartzite Glen Coe Quartzite Member

Origin: Metamorphic
Broad rock-response group: Quartzite
Mapping: BGS Geology 50K · 1:50,000
Summit area: Quartzite in 82% of 17 BGS samples within 350 m
Rock-response profile: Moderate confidence

View the summit BGS record

Quartzite is a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands. 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.

Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

psammite, pelite or semipelite, quartzite, granite, gneiss or gabbro

Geological detail and BGS records

Mapped variation

6 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 Quartzite Glen Coe Quartzite Member 874–989 m samples Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

Quartzite is a very hard rock made almost entirely of quartz. It grips well when dry and is notoriously slippery when wet. It splits into sharp, angular blocks, so expect loose scree and boulder fields, and edges that can cut gloves and hands.

BGS record

Summit-area sample Pelite and calcsilicate-rock Leven Schist Formation 171–521 m samples Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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 Leucogranite Mullach Nan Coirean Pluton Around 637 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

Granite is a coarse, crystalline rock. It has excellent friction when dry and clean and is fair when wet, but greasy where there is lichen or moss. It is generally solid, but weathers into rounded slabs and blocks, and loose granite grit on slabs can roll underfoot like ball bearings.

BGS record

Route sample Pelite Loch Treig Schist And Quartzite Formation Around 756 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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 Porphyritic microdiorite Ben Nevis Dyke Swarm Around 52 m Seen on Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

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

BGS record

Summit-area sample Felsite Ben Nevis Dyke Swarm

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.

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

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Recommended kit for this dayWeather-aware packing prompts, plus your core hillwalking kitView kit

For a day hillwalk, not a complete route-specific checklist. Carry navigation and backup you can use, warm and waterproof layers, suitable footwear, food and water, a headtorch, emergency shelter, first aid and a way to call for help. Snow, ice, technical terrain and overnight trips need additional equipment and skills.

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Stob Bàn (Mamores) weather forecast.

Choose your hill day.

The day on the hill

Wind

Cloud and visibility

Rain and ground

Warmth and kit

Daylight

Full overnight outlook

Elevation reference (open ground)

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Rock groups along the sampled routes

Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

6 rock types appear in the mapped samples

After dark: aurora and stargazing

The day on the hill

Wind

Cloud and visibility

Rain and ground

Warmth and kit

Daylight

Forecast confidence

Full overnight outlook

Elevation reference (open ground)

Full climbing & scrambling outlook

Rock groups along the sampled routes

Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

6 rock types appear in the mapped samples

After dark: aurora and stargazing

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

Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

6 rock types appear in the mapped samples

After dark: aurora and stargazing

The day on the hill

Snow and navigation

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

Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

6 rock types appear in the mapped samples

After dark: aurora and stargazing

The day on the hill

Snow and navigation

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

Stob Bàn (Mamores) and Mullach nan Coirean

6 rock types appear in the mapped samples

After dark: aurora and stargazing

The day on the hill

Things to watch

Wind

Cloud and visibility