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.
Carn a' Mhaim at a Glance#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -3° - 2° | -8° | 229 mm | overcast | 97% | 10.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
| February | Poor | -4° - 1° | -9° | 150 mm | overcast | 96% | 10.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |
| March | Poor | -3° - 3° | -7° | 173 mm | overcast | 94% | 9.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | -2° - 6° | -4° | 108 mm | overcast | 90% | 8.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.1h |
| May | Poor | 1° - 10° | 1° | 104 mm | overcast | 87% | 7.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.4h |
| June | Poor | 4° - 12° | 5° | 100 mm | overcast | 88% | 7.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.6h |
| July | Poor | 6° - 14° | 10° | 102 mm | overcast | 88% | 6.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.0h |
| August | Poor | 6° - 14° | 7° | 120 mm | overcast | 90% | 6.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.0h |
| September | Poor | 4° - 11° | 3° | 161 mm | overcast | 92% | 8.0 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 2° - 7° | -1° | 198 mm | overcast | 95% | 9.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.1h |
| November | Poor | -1° - 4° | -5° | 193 mm | overcast | 97% | 9.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.8h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 2° | -7° | 194 mm | overcast | 97% | 9.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
