Ciste Dhubh
Mountain Scottish Munro with steep granite slopes
A mountain summit in the Scottish Highlands, Ciste Dhubh attracts hillwalkers tackling steep ridges and remote routes; routes demand good navigation and reward persistent hikers with wide Highland views.
How to Get to Ciste Dhubh #
Ciste Dhubh is in the Torridon range; access is from the A896 or A832 depending on approach. Local single-track roads lead to trailheads - a high-clearance vehicle and careful driving are advised. Public transport reaches larger towns; private arrangements are usual for access to remote starts.
Tips for Visiting Ciste Dhubh #
- Start early to make the most of clear weather windows; the summit offers expansive views when skies cooperate.
- Bring map and compass - routes on the Cuillin-inspired ridges can be indistinct in poor visibility.
Best Time to Visit Ciste Dhubh #
Summer gives the best access and light; shoulder seasons offer quieter trails but colder conditions.
Weather & Climate near Ciste Dhubh #
Ciste Dhubh's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -2°C to 14°C. Heavy rainfall (2979 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (360 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (241 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (296 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (164 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 (140 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 (146 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 (163 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (190 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 (277 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (318 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (340 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (344 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
