Peak District mountain weather forecast.

The Dark Peak and higher moors. Height-aware guidance for wind, cloud, rain and temperature.

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Each regional brief uses a high-ground level that suits the terrain—from 500 m on Dartmoor and in the Peak District to 900 m in the highest ranges.

Mountain Weather brief

Peak District

Monday 24 August 2026 · The Dark Peak and higher moors

Confidence: Medium

Why: This is a short-range forecast, but its detailed model-agreement check is not available; check the stated ranges and hazards.

What matters most

Mostly dry conditions. A noticeable easterly breeze, with many tops staying clear.

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High-ground wind (500 m)

Easterly around 20 mph at 500 m. Gusts reaching around 30 mph at 500 m, with locally higher values possible on the most exposed tops. Starting nearer 10 mph, then strengthening toward 20 mph later.

Walking impact

Noticeable on exposed ground, but unlikely to impede most walking.

Rain and showers

Mostly dry.

Cloud-free summits

Around 100%.

Cloud and visibility

Cloud bases mostly around 1500-1600 m. Bases should tend to lift as the day goes on. Many higher summits should stay clear, with useful views for much of the day.

Temperature and wind chill

Around 10°C at 500 m, feeling like 6°C in the wind.

Freezing level

Above the summits.

Daylight

Sunrise 06:02 — Sunset 20:16 — about 14.2 hours daylight.

Updated 24 August 2026 at 04:40 UTC. How this forecast is produced.

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Forecasts built around recognisable hill country.

Twenty distinct regions replace inherited service boundaries. Each uses a representative height suited to its terrain; named summits retain their exact height and exposure.