Beinn Odhar

Mountain Munro with rocky summit and Lochaber vistas

Beinn Odhar lies in the Scottish Highlands and draws walkers for ridge routes, summit panoramas and access from nearby glens. It’s a regular objective for munro-baggers and day hillwalks.

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Beinn Odhar is a hill in the Scottish Highlands known locally as a walking objective. It provides accessible upland terrain and is popular with hillwalkers seeking views across surrounding glens and lochs.

Ascents are typically shorter than many of the more remote Munros, making the hill a common choice for day trips. The hill sits within the upland landscape of the region and is reached from local roads and footpaths.

  • Local walking: A prominent hill in its local area and a frequent objective for shorter day walks from nearby villages.
Beinn Odhar
Beinn Odhar, near Bridge of Orchy/Glen Lyon, Scotland
56.4677, -4.7005
Free (open access)

How to Get to Beinn Odhar #

Common approaches begin from local glens such as Glen Lyon or from roads near Bridge of Orchy. Public transport to nearby hubs is limited; a car is the most practical option.

Tips for Visiting Beinn Odhar #

  • If approaching from Glen Lyon, keep an eye on farm gates and follow access etiquette on private estate tracks.
  • The summit ridge is exposed in places-check weather and have a plan for low visibility.

Best Time to Visit Beinn Odhar #

Most visitors aim for summer and early autumn; winter requires experience and kit.

Summer
June-September · 5-15°C
Best walking conditions and long daylight.
Winter
December-March · -5-5°C
Snow and ice can make routes technical; use winter equipment.

Weather & Climate near Beinn Odhar #

Climate

Beinn Odhar'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 -1°C to 14°C. Heavy rainfall (2711 mm/year), wettest in January.

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

January

January is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (344 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

344 mm
Rainfall
10.2 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (224 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

224 mm
Rainfall
9.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (251 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

251 mm
Rainfall
9.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

143 mm
Rainfall
7.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

140 mm
Rainfall
6.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
16.2h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
6.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.1
UV Index
High
17.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

148 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.0
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (177 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

177 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
14.9h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (250 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

40 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

250 mm
Rainfall
7.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (293 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

293 mm
Rainfall
8.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (299 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

299 mm
Rainfall
9.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.0h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (310 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

310 mm
Rainfall
9.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

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