Chno Dearg

Mountain Scottish mountain noted for steep slopes and views

A rugged Highland hill with steep ridges and open heather; walkers attempt full-day hikes and scramble routes for broad views toward neighbouring ranges.

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Chno Dearg
Chno Dearg area, Scotland
56.8304, -4.6607

How to Get to Chno Dearg #

Approaches typically begin from nearby Highland villages and use networked estate tracks and public footpaths. Consult Ordnance Survey maps for access routes and rights of way.

Tips for Visiting Chno Dearg #

  • Start from nearby villages such as Tyndrum or Crianlarich and check local estate tracks for public access points.
  • Be prepared for moorland conditions and bog-gaiters and map-and-compass skills are useful.

Best Time to Visit Chno Dearg #

Summer and early autumn are the most practical times for hillwalking; winter conditions require mountaineering experience.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 8-18°C
Long daylight and warmer temperatures make hillwalking more pleasant; midges can be an issue in some seasons.
Autumn
Sep-Oct · 2-12°C
Crisper air and clearer visibility but shorter days.

Weather & Climate near Chno Dearg #

Climate

Chno Dearg's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -2°C to 13°C. Heavy rainfall (2954 mm/year), wettest in January.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (372 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

18 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

372 mm
Rainfall
12.2 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (245 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

20 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-2°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

245 mm
Rainfall
11.9 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (287 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

20 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

287 mm
Rainfall
11.1 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

161 mm
Rainfall
9.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

149 mm
Rainfall
8.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
16.2h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

145 mm
Rainfall
8.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.1
UV Index
High
17.3h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

42 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
13°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

159 mm
Rainfall
7.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.0
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (187 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

187 mm
Rainfall
7.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
14.9h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (268 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

268 mm
Rainfall
8.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (318 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

318 mm
Rainfall
10.4 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (325 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

325 mm
Rainfall
11.4 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.0h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (338 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

20 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-2°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

338 mm
Rainfall
10.7 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

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