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.

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Càrn Dearg, Monadh Liath at a Glance#

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.

Summer (Jun-Aug)
Jun-Aug · 45-65°F (7-18°C)
Most stable for hillwalking; long daylight and fewer winter hazards.

Weather & Climate near Càrn Dearg, Monadh Liath#

Climate

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.

Air Quality: AQI 18 Good
Best Time to Visit
MayJulyJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -3° - 2° -7° 287 mm overcast 97% 10.3 m/s 0.0 low 7.1h
February Poor -3° - 2° -8° 189 mm overcast 96% 10.1 m/s 0.1 low 9.2h
March Poor -2° - 3° -7° 226 mm overcast 94% 9.6 m/s 0.2 low 11.6h
April Poor -1° - 6° -3° 128 mm overcast 90% 8.1 m/s 0.6 moderate 14.1h
May Poor 2° - 10° 1° 123 mm overcast 87% 7.2 m/s 0.9 moderate 16.4h
June Poor 5° - 12° 5° 118 mm overcast 87% 7.2 m/s 1.1 high 17.6h
July Poor 7° - 14° 10° 124 mm overcast 88% 6.8 m/s 1.0 high 17.0h
August Poor 7° - 13° 7° 147 mm overcast 90% 6.8 m/s 0.8 moderate 15.0h
September Poor 5° - 11° 4° 203 mm overcast 92% 7.8 m/s 0.5 low 12.6h
October Poor 2° - 7° -1° 243 mm overcast 95% 8.9 m/s 0.2 low 10.1h
November Poor -1° - 4° -5° 250 mm overcast 97% 9.4 m/s 0.0 low 7.8h
December Poor -3° - 2° -7° 253 mm overcast 97% 9.0 m/s 0.0 low 6.4h