Beinn Fhionnlaidh (Mullardoch)

Mountain Remote highland peak popular with experienced walkers

Beinn Fhionnlaidh (Mullardoch) sits near Loch Mullardoch in the Highlands. Its remote slopes attract experienced walkers seeking long routes, corries and broad highland panoramas.

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Beinn Fhionnlaidh (Mullardoch) is a mountain in the Scottish Highlands located above Loch Mullardoch. It is classed as a Munro and is noted for its remoteness and the long approaches often required to reach its summit.

Walks to the top commonly start from the shores of Loch Mullardoch or from routes that traverse neighbouring ridges, with approaches that can be lengthy and involve rough, pathless ground. The summit commands views across the surrounding loch and highland landscape.

The mountain is within a sparsely populated part of the Highlands and is typically visited by experienced hillwalkers.

  • Access notes: A remote Munro that rises above Loch Mullardoch and is commonly climbed from the lochside or by longer ridge routes.
Beinn Fhionnlaidh (Mullardoch)
Beinn Fhionnlaidh (Mullardoch), near Loch Mullardoch, Highlands, Scotland
57.3058, -5.1301
Free (open access)

How to Get to Beinn Fhionnlaidh (Mullardoch) #

Access is usually via minor roads off the A831 and A887. The nearest villages with services are some distance away; a vehicle is recommended. Check local maps for forestry tracks and estate roads leading toward Loch Mullardoch.

Tips for Visiting Beinn Fhionnlaidh (Mullardoch) #

  • Plan a circuit that includes Mullardoch if looking for a long day; remote terrain means fewer facilities and longer walks back to the road.
  • Carry a detailed topographic map and compass; mobile signal can be unreliable.

Best Time to Visit Beinn Fhionnlaidh (Mullardoch) #

Best from late spring to early autumn for safer access; winter travel requires mountaineering experience.

Summer
June-September · 5-15°C
Longest days for extended ridge walks; midges can be present in low-lying approaches.
Autumn
September-October · 0-10°C
Crisp air and autumn colours; weather turns quickly-be prepared.

Weather & Climate near Beinn Fhionnlaidh (Mullardoch) #

Climate

Beinn Fhionnlaidh (Mullardoch)'s climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -2°C to 13°C. Heavy rainfall (3041 mm/year), wettest in January.

Best Time to Visit
MayJulyJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (367 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

20 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

367 mm
Rainfall
11.5 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.1h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (247 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

20 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

247 mm
Rainfall
11.3 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (301 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

301 mm
Rainfall
10.6 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (167 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

34 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

167 mm
Rainfall
8.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.1h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (147 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

147 mm
Rainfall
7.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
16.4h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

151 mm
Rainfall
7.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.1
UV Index
High
17.6h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (167 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

167 mm
Rainfall
7.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.0
UV Index
High
17.0h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (194 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

42 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

194 mm
Rainfall
7.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
15.0h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (280 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

40 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

280 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 (325 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

30 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

325 mm
Rainfall
9.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (345 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

345 mm
Rainfall
10.6 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.8h daylight

December

December is the coolest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (350 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

20 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

350 mm
Rainfall
10.0 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.4h daylight

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