Càrn Dearg, Monadh Liath
Mountain Monadh Liath Munro with peatland and rounded summits
A summit in the Monadh Liath range known to hillwalkers for long, remote routes across rounded, peat‑covered ridges and for its understated Highland landscapes.
How to Get to Càrn Dearg, Monadh Liath #
Access via estate tracks and minor roads; park at permitted spots and follow estate or public footpaths. Local maps and OS sheets are recommended.
Tips for Visiting Càrn Dearg, Monadh Liath #
- Routes can be remote-carry navigation tools and inform someone of plans.
- Expect wind-exposed ridges; secure loose items and watch footing on scree.
Best Time to Visit Càrn Dearg, Monadh Liath #
Summer is the sensible season for climbs and longer ridge walks; outside of that, conditions become technical.
Weather & Climate near Càrn Dearg, Monadh Liath #
Càrn Dearg, Monadh Liath's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -3°C to 14°C. Heavy rainfall (2291 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (287 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 -3°C. Significant rainfall (189 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (226 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 (128 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (124 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 (147 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (203 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 (243 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 (250 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (253 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
