Carn a' Mhaim
Mountain Scottish mountain peak on the Cairngorms ridge
Steep summit in the eastern Cairngorms used by hillwalkers linking ridges and cols. Routes offer classic Scottish upland terrain, peatland plateaus and long distance high‑country views.
How to Get to Carn a' Mhaim #
Access from the Cairngorms area - park at established trailheads accessed via the A93 (Deeside) corridor and follow marked hillwalking routes. Local hiking maps and mountain-rescue advisories are recommended before setting out.
Tips for Visiting Carn a' Mhaim #
- The summit can be boggy in wet weather - follow established paths and watch for eroded sections.
- Good routes start from the Linn of Dee area; check local hillwalking resources for safe navigation.
- This is a Munro-ish upland: be prepared for changeable weather and limited cellphone reception.
Best Time to Visit Carn a' Mhaim #
Most comfortable in summer for hiking; spring and autumn offer quieter conditions but more weather risk.
Weather & Climate near Carn a' Mhaim #
Carn a' Mhaim'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. Abundant rainfall (1832 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 (229 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 (150 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (173 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (104 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. Regular rainfall (100 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 (102 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (120 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 (161 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. Significant rainfall (198 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. Significant rainfall (193 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. Significant rainfall (194 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
