Carn a' Chlamain
Mountain Remote Scottish Munro in the Cairngorms foothills
Carn a’ Chlamain sits on a remote Perthshire ridge; walkers come for long upland routes, peat-and-heather terrain, and access to neighboring hills rather than roadside facilities.
How to Get to Carn a' Chlamain #
Typical approaches start from minor roads off the A9 or A86 in Perthshire with parking at roadside lay-bys. Public transport is limited; most walkers arrive by car.
Tips for Visiting Carn a' Chlamain #
- Carn a' Chlamain is best attempted with a map and compass-the area is remote and weather can change quickly.
- Combine the ascent with a visit to Glen Feshie or nearby glens for a lengthier Highland day.
Best Time to Visit Carn a' Chlamain #
Best visited in summer for stable conditions; winter ascents require experience and equipment.
Weather & Climate near Carn a' Chlamain #
Carn a' Chlamain's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -4°C to 14°C. Heavy rainfall (2013 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (255 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (169 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (190 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (175 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (219 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (213 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Heavy rain (218 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
