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.
Carn a' Chlamain at a Glance#
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.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 6-15°C
Long daylight and milder conditions; midges can be a nuisance in still weather.
Late Spring/Early Autumn
May, Sep · 2-12°C
Cooler, clearer days with fewer walkers; expect boggy patches after rain.
Weather & Climate near Carn a' Chlamain#
Climate
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 18
Good
Best Time to Visit
MayJulyJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -3° - 2° | -8° | 255 mm | overcast | 97% | 10.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| February | Poor | -4° - 1° | -9° | 169 mm | overcast | 96% | 10.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| March | Poor | -3° - 3° | -7° | 190 mm | overcast | 94% | 9.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | -1° - 6° | -4° | 115 mm | overcast | 90% | 8.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Poor | 1° - 9° | 1° | 113 mm | overcast | 87% | 7.4 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 16.2h |
| June | Poor | 4° - 12° | 5° | 107 mm | overcast | 88% | 7.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.3h |
| July | Poor | 6° - 14° | 10° | 110 mm | overcast | 88% | 7.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 16.8h |
| August | Poor | 6° - 13° | 7° | 129 mm | overcast | 90% | 7.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.9h |
| September | Poor | 4° - 11° | 3° | 175 mm | overcast | 92% | 8.2 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 2° - 7° | -1° | 219 mm | overcast | 95% | 9.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| November | Poor | -1° - 4° | -5° | 213 mm | overcast | 97% | 9.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 2° | -7° | 218 mm | overcast | 97% | 9.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
