Beinn an Dothaidh
Mountain Scottish mountain with steep ridges and hiking routes
Beinn an Dothaidh stands near Bridge of Orchy and is a popular munro for hillwalkers. Routes offer steep ridges, rocky ground and clear views over Glen Orchy and neighbouring peaks.
How to Get to Beinn an Dothaidh #
Access is from minor roads leading off the A85/A82 corridors with parking at designated lay-bys or estate car parks. Trails and tracks lead into the higher ground.
Tips for Visiting Beinn an Dothaidh #
- Routes can be boggy after rain-allow extra time and use waterproof boots.
- Combine with neighbouring peaks for a full day in the hills.
Best Time to Visit Beinn an Dothaidh #
Late spring through early autumn is the preferred time for ascents; winter mountaineering skills necessary otherwise.
Weather & Climate near Beinn an Dothaidh #
Beinn an Dothaidh's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -2°C to 13°C. Heavy rainfall (2957 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 (373 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (245 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (282 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (192 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (269 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (317 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (324 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (336 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
