Ben Klibreck
Mountain Prominent northern Munro overlooking Dornoch Firth
A conical peak in Sutherland, Ben Klibreck offers a straightforward ascent to broad summit plateaus and expansive views over northern Highland peatlands and coastal fringes.
How to Get to Ben Klibreck #
Access from the A836 with parking at established trailheads; local maps provide route choices depending on desired approach length.
Tips for Visiting Ben Klibreck #
- Ben Klibreck's summit can be windy even on seemingly calm days - pack windproof layers.
- Approach from the A836 for the most straightforward route; parking is limited so arrive early in peak season.
- Watch for peat hagging on the lower slopes - route choice can help avoid the worst bogs.
Best Time to Visit Ben Klibreck #
Best in summer for safer walking; prepare for variable conditions at any time of year.
Weather & Climate near Ben Klibreck #
Ben Klibreck's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from -2°C to 13°C. Heavy rainfall (2114 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (235 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (165 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (200 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (147 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (196 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (225 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (239 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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December
December is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (228 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
