Beinn Sgulaird Mountain
Ridge-like Munro offering long coastal views
Beinn Sgulaird occupies a western Highland ridge and appeals to hikers after remote, exposed ascents and sea-to-mountain vistas toward the Inner Hebrides and nearby lochs.
Beinn Sgulaird at a Glance#
Address: Beinn Sgulaird, Ardnamurchan/Lochaline area, Scotland
Website: https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/
Admission: Free (open access)
How to Get to Beinn Sgulaird#
Access is typically from regional roads feeding the Ardnamurchan peninsula or the Morvern area. Local maps show the best approach tracks; a car is recommended.
Tips for Visiting Beinn Sgulaird#
- The ridge offers excellent views but can be boggy in places-route choice matters more than pace.
- Combine Beinn Sgulaird with neighboring summits for a full-day mountaineering experience.
Best Time to Visit Beinn Sgulaird#
Late spring to early autumn is the most practical window; winter approaches require winter gear.
Weather & Climate near Beinn Sgulaird#
Beinn Sgulaird'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 (2956 mm/year), wettest in January.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -1° - 3° | -6° | 368 mm | overcast | 96% | 13.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| February | Poor | -1° - 3° | -6° | 238 mm | overcast | 94% | 12.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| March | Poor | -1° - 4° | -5° | 284 mm | overcast | 92% | 11.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | 1° - 7° | -2° | 156 mm | overcast | 89% | 9.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Poor | 4° - 10° | 3° | 145 mm | overcast | 86% | 8.4 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.2h |
| June | Poor | 6° - 12° | 6° | 143 mm | overcast | 86% | 8.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.3h |
| July | Poor | 8° - 14° | 11° | 165 mm | overcast | 87% | 7.8 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| August | Poor | 8° - 14° | 11° | 196 mm | overcast | 89% | 8.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.9h |
| September | Poor | 6° - 11° | 5° | 275 mm | overcast | 91% | 9.3 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 4° - 8° | 0° | 314 mm | overcast | 93% | 10.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 5° | -4° | 330 mm | overcast | 95% | 12.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| December | Poor | -1° - 3° | -6° | 342 mm | overcast | 96% | 11.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
