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.
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.
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.