Beinn Sgritheall Mountain
Remote coastal Munro on Knoydart peninsula
On a west‑coast peninsula, Beinn Sgritheall offers long ridge routes and sea views; walkers come for remote single‑day or multi‑day routes into coastal highlands.
Beinn Sgritheall at a Glance#
How to Get to Beinn Sgritheall#
Access typically from the west coast via ferry or small boat to coastal villages, or by long drives and rough tracks from nearby towns. Check local boat schedules if approaching by sea.
Tips for Visiting Beinn Sgritheall#
- Knoydart is remote - expect rough tracks rather than roads and little to no cellphone reception.
- Combine the climb with other local routes to justify the long travel time; the mountain rewards multi-day exploration.
- Watch the tide and sea crossing times if approaching via boat from Inverie or other coastal landing points.
Best Time to Visit Beinn Sgritheall#
Best during the short Highland summer; the area is wild and access can be weather-dependent.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 8-14°C
Best for access and longest daylight; loch crossings calmer on average.
Late Spring/Early Autumn
May, Sep · 4-12°C
Fewer visitors but quicker weather changes; prepare for sudden rain.
Weather & Climate near Beinn Sgritheall#
Climate
Beinn Sgritheall'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 13°C. Heavy rainfall (3085 mm/year), wettest in January.
Air Quality:
AQI 21
Good
Best Time to Visit
MayJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 0° - 4° | -6° | 369 mm | overcast | 93% | 14.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
| February | Poor | -1° - 4° | -6° | 246 mm | overcast | 92% | 14.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |
| March | Poor | -1° - 4° | -5° | 300 mm | overcast | 90% | 12.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | 0° - 7° | -3° | 167 mm | overcast | 87% | 10.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.1h |
| May | Poor | 3° - 10° | 2° | 147 mm | overcast | 85% | 9.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.4h |
| June | Poor | 6° - 12° | 5° | 151 mm | overcast | 86% | 9.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.6h |
| July | Poor | 8° - 13° | 11° | 173 mm | overcast | 87% | 8.7 m/s | 1.0 high | 17.0h |
| August | Poor | 8° - 13° | 10° | 200 mm | overcast | 89% | 8.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.0h |
| September | Poor | 6° - 11° | 4° | 292 mm | overcast | 90% | 10.3 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 3° - 8° | 0° | 333 mm | overcast | 91% | 12.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.1h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 5° | -4° | 352 mm | overcast | 92% | 13.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.8h |
| December | Poor | -1° - 4° | -6° | 355 mm | overcast | 93% | 12.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
