Beinn Challuim

Mountain Scottish Munro with steep ridges and corries

A Munro in Breadalbane, Beinn Challuim draws hillwalkers seeking steep slopes, remote ridges and broad central‑Highlands views.

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Beinn Challuim
56.4547, -4.6198

How to Get to Beinn Challuim #

Access typically from roads near Tyndrum or Crianlarich. Park at designated lay-bys and follow marked hill paths; local guidebooks give route options from the glens.

Tips for Visiting Beinn Challuim #

  • Many approach routes begin near Crianlarich - pick the one that starts earlier in the valley to avoid afternoon cloud.
  • River crossings on lower approaches may swell after rain; check conditions before committing to a route.
  • The summit offers great views into Loch Tay and the Trossachs on a clear day - plan for time to linger if the weather relents.

Best Time to Visit Beinn Challuim #

Best during late spring through summer for safer and more predictable walking conditions.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 6-15°C
Most stable conditions and long daylight for round trips.
Late Spring/Early Autumn
May, Sep-Oct · 2-12°C
Quieter trails but variable weather; snow patches possible outside summer.

Weather & Climate near Beinn Challuim #

Climate

Beinn Challuim's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -2°C to 13°C. Heavy rainfall (2896 mm/year), wettest in January.

Best Time to Visit
MayJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
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 (366 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

18 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

366 mm
Rainfall
12.1 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (239 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

20 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

239 mm
Rainfall
11.8 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 (274 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

20 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

274 mm
Rainfall
10.8 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 (158 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

158 mm
Rainfall
9.0 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 (151 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

151 mm
Rainfall
8.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
16.2h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

142 mm
Rainfall
7.8 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 (157 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
13°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

157 mm
Rainfall
7.4 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 (186 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
13°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

186 mm
Rainfall
7.6 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 (264 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

264 mm
Rainfall
8.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (314 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

314 mm
Rainfall
10.2 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (317 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

317 mm
Rainfall
11.4 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 (328 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

20 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

328 mm
Rainfall
10.7 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

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