Binnein Mòr
Mountain Scottish Munro peak in the Mamores range
A Munro in Scotland’s Mamores, Binnein Mòr draws hillwalkers for steep ascents, ridge scrambling and views across glens and lochs; it’s a common objective for Munro-baggers based near Fort William.
Binnein Mòr is a mountain in the Mamores range of the Scottish Highlands, standing at about 1,130 metres and classed as a Munro. It is the highest peak in the Mamores group and a prominent objective for hillwalkers.
The mountain offers steep ridges and a broad summit plateau, frequently climbed by walkers from the Kinlochleven side or as part of longer ridge traverses within the Mamores. Routes commonly involve rough ground and simple scrambling on steeper sections.
As a natural feature, the mountain does not have a constructed history; it is recorded and classified in Scottish hill lists and has long been used by walkers and local communities. Its Munro status has made it a regular entry in recreational mountaineering guides.
Binnein Mòr sits in the Mamores range south of Glen Nevis and near the village of Kinlochleven in Scotland, between the towns of Fort William and Kinlochleven in the western Highlands.
- Munro status: Its height places it above the 3,000 foot threshold for Munro status, attracting hillwalkers aiming to complete Munro lists.
What to See #
- Summit: The main summit reaches 1,130 metres and is classified as a Munro, making it one of the higher peaks in the Mamores group of the Scottish Highlands.
Best Time to Visit Binnein Mòr #
Weather & Climate near Binnein Mòr #
Binnein Mòr's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -2°C to 13°C. Heavy rainfall (3120 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (389 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (256 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (302 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (171 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (157 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (169 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. Heavy rain (202 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (284 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (334 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (346 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (358 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
