Ben Avon Mountain
Scottish mountain in Cairngorms National Park
Cairngorms plateau mountain marked by quartzite tors and heather moor. Hillwalkers visit for exposed routes and high‑altitude flora.
Ben Avon at a Glance#
How to Get to Ben Avon#
Ben Avon is reached from Corrour or Aviemore areas depending on the route. Many walkers start from Linn of Dee near Braemar for western approaches; plan for a long day and limited services.
Tips for Visiting Ben Avon#
- Start before mid-morning to avoid afternoon wind and enjoy quieter trails.
- Check local estate rules-some sections are used for stalking and may have seasonal restrictions.
- Map reading recommended: summit approaches can be pathless in places.
Best Time to Visit Ben Avon#
Summer and shoulder seasons are safest and most pleasant for walking; winter requires alpine experience.
Summer
June-August · 5-15°C
Long days and generally more settled weather for hillwalking.
Spring/Autumn
May, September · 0-12°C
Clear days with pleasant light but potentially boggy ground.
Weather & Climate near Ben Avon#
Climate
Ben Avon's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -4°C to 14°C. Heavy rainfall (2044 mm/year), wettest in January.
Air Quality:
AQI 18
Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -4° - 1° | -10° | 252 mm | overcast | 97% | 13.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
| February | Poor | -4° - 1° | -10° | 169 mm | overcast | 96% | 12.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |
| March | Poor | -3° - 2° | -9° | 192 mm | overcast | 94% | 12.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | -2° - 4° | -6° | 125 mm | overcast | 90% | 10.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.1h |
| May | Poor | 1° - 8° | -1° | 120 mm | overcast | 87% | 9.0 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.4h |
| June | Poor | 4° - 12° | 3° | 110 mm | overcast | 88% | 8.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.6h |
| July | Poor | 6° - 14° | 6° | 110 mm | overcast | 88% | 8.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.0h |
| August | Poor | 5° - 13° | 5° | 133 mm | overcast | 90% | 8.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.0h |
| September | Poor | 4° - 10° | 2° | 176 mm | overcast | 92% | 10.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 1° - 6° | -3° | 223 mm | overcast | 95% | 11.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.1h |
| November | Poor | -2° - 3° | -7° | 217 mm | overcast | 97% | 12.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.8h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 1° | -9° | 217 mm | overcast | 97% | 11.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
