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.

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Address
Beinn an Dothaidh, Breadalbane region, Scotland
56.52997, -4.71441
Admission
Free (open access)

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.

Summer
June-September · 5-15°C
Best conditions for walking and long daylight hours.
Early spring
April-May · 0-10°C
Quieter routes but possible snowy patches higher up.

Weather & Climate near Beinn an Dothaidh#

Climate

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.

Best Time to Visit
MayJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

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.

20 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

373 mm
Rainfall
11.8 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

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.

20 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-2°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

245 mm
Rainfall
11.5 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (282 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

282 mm
Rainfall
10.6 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

161 mm
Rainfall
8.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

152 mm
Rainfall
7.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
16.2h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

145 mm
Rainfall
7.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.1
UV Index
High
17.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
13°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

161 mm
Rainfall
7.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.0
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (192 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
13°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

192 mm
Rainfall
7.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
14.9h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (269 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

269 mm
Rainfall
8.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (317 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

317 mm
Rainfall
9.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (324 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

324 mm
Rainfall
11.1 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.0h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (336 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

20 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

336 mm
Rainfall
10.4 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

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