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.
An Riabhachan at a Glance#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 2° | -8° | 381 mm | overcast | 96% | 13.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 2° | -8° | 259 mm | overcast | 94% | 12.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |
| March | Poor | -2° - 3° | -8° | 311 mm | overcast | 92% | 12.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | -1° - 5° | -5° | 181 mm | overcast | 89% | 10.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.1h |
| May | Poor | 2° - 9° | 5° | 157 mm | overcast | 86% | 8.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.4h |
| June | Poor | 4° - 11° | 3° | 157 mm | overcast | 87% | 8.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.6h |
| July | Poor | 6° - 13° | 6° | 173 mm | overcast | 87% | 8.3 m/s | 1.0 high | 17.0h |
| August | Poor | 6° - 12° | 6° | 203 mm | overcast | 89% | 8.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.0h |
| September | Poor | 4° - 10° | 3° | 289 mm | overcast | 91% | 9.6 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 2° - 6° | -2° | 339 mm | overcast | 94% | 11.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.1h |
| November | Poor | -1° - 4° | -6° | 357 mm | overcast | 95% | 12.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.8h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 2° | -8° | 361 mm | overcast | 96% | 11.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
