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.
Beinn an Dothaidh at a Glance#
Address: Beinn an Dothaidh, Breadalbane region, Scotland
Website: https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/
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.
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 2° | -8° | 373 mm | overcast | 96% | 11.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 2° | -8° | 245 mm | overcast | 94% | 11.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| March | Poor | -2° - 3° | -7° | 282 mm | overcast | 92% | 10.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | -1° - 6° | -3° | 161 mm | overcast | 89% | 8.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Poor | 2° - 9° | 1° | 152 mm | overcast | 86% | 7.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.2h |
| June | Poor | 5° - 12° | 5° | 145 mm | overcast | 86% | 7.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.3h |
| July | Poor | 7° - 13° | 7° | 161 mm | overcast | 87% | 7.3 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| August | Poor | 7° - 13° | 7° | 192 mm | overcast | 89% | 7.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.9h |
| September | Poor | 5° - 11° | 4° | 269 mm | overcast | 91% | 8.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 3° - 7° | -1° | 317 mm | overcast | 93% | 9.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 4° | -5° | 324 mm | overcast | 95% | 11.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 2° | -7° | 336 mm | overcast | 96% | 10.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
