Ben Vorlich, Loch Lomond

Mountain Iconic conical hill beside Loch Lomond

Prominent Munro on the eastern shore of Loch Lomond, commonly climbed for expansive views across the loch and the Trossachs.

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Ben Vorlich, Loch Lomond
56.2740, -4.7551

How to Get to Ben Vorlich, Loch Lomond #

Access from Ardvorlich or nearby small car parks on minor roads. Public transport can get visitors to nearby towns; from there local buses or taxis are the easiest onward options.

Tips for Visiting Ben Vorlich, Loch Lomond #

  • If approaching from the Loch Lomond side, allow extra time for winding single-track roads.
  • The summit ridge is scenic but exposed; early starts deliver calmer conditions on most days.
  • Combine with nearby Ben Lomond or other Arrochar hills for an extended outing.

Best Time to Visit Ben Vorlich, Loch Lomond #

Late spring through summer is best; off-peak months offer quieter walks but changeable weather.

Summer
June-August · 8-18°C
Most stable for summit attempts and long daylight.
Spring/Autumn
May, September · 3-12°C
Lower visitor numbers and crisp air; watch for boggy approaches.

Weather & Climate near Ben Vorlich, Loch Lomond #

Climate

Ben Vorlich, Loch Lomond'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 (2902 mm/year), wettest in January.

Best Time to Visit
MayJuneJuly
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 (365 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

18 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

365 mm
Rainfall
14.0 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 (239 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

18 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

239 mm
Rainfall
13.5 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (273 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

26 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

273 mm
Rainfall
12.3 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (157 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

157 mm
Rainfall
10.1 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

148 mm
Rainfall
9.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
16.2h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

142 mm
Rainfall
8.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.1
UV Index
High
17.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
13°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

160 mm
Rainfall
8.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.0
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (191 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
13°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

191 mm
Rainfall
8.6 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 (267 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

267 mm
Rainfall
10.0 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (314 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

30 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

314 mm
Rainfall
11.7 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (316 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

26 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

316 mm
Rainfall
13.2 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.0h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (330 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

26 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

330 mm
Rainfall
12.6 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

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