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.
Beinn Challuim at a Glance#
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 20
Good
Best Time to Visit
MayJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 2° | -8° | 366 mm | overcast | 97% | 12.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 2° | -8° | 239 mm | overcast | 95% | 11.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| March | Poor | -2° - 3° | -7° | 274 mm | overcast | 93% | 10.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | 0° - 6° | -3° | 158 mm | overcast | 89% | 9.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Poor | 2° - 9° | 1° | 151 mm | overcast | 87% | 8.0 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.2h |
| June | Poor | 5° - 11° | 4° | 142 mm | overcast | 87% | 7.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.3h |
| July | Poor | 7° - 13° | 7° | 157 mm | overcast | 88% | 7.4 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| August | Poor | 7° - 13° | 7° | 186 mm | overcast | 90% | 7.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.9h |
| September | Poor | 5° - 10° | 4° | 264 mm | overcast | 92% | 8.8 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 3° - 7° | -1° | 314 mm | overcast | 94% | 10.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 4° | -5° | 317 mm | overcast | 96% | 11.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 2° | -7° | 328 mm | overcast | 97% | 10.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
