An Riabhachan
Mountain Remote Scottish mountain and hiking destination
Remote Munro in the northwest Highlands offering long ridge walks, corries and limited path infrastructure. Used by experienced hillwalkers seeking solitude and wide highland panoramas.
How to Get to An Riabhachan #
An Riabhachan is in the highlands of Scotland; common approaches come from nearby glens and require a full day’s commitment. Use local guide services or mountain-route guides for precise access points.
Tips for Visiting An Riabhachan #
- Check the mountain forecast and allow extra time for navigational challenges in poor visibility.
- Though remote, routes are well-loved by experienced walkers - join a guided hillwalking group if unfamiliar with Munro navigation.
Best Time to Visit An Riabhachan #
As with most Scottish high ground, the milder months are the most forgiving; winter ascent requires mountaineering skills and equipment.
Weather & Climate near An Riabhachan #
An Riabhachan's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from -2°C to 13°C. Heavy rainfall (3168 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (381 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (259 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (311 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (157 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (157 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (173 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (203 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (289 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (339 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (357 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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December
December is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (361 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
