Creag Mhòr Mountain
Scottish Munro offering rugged climbing and broad views
A steep, rocky Scottish hill, Creag Mhòr appears on local ridge routes and attracts hillwalkers and scramblers seeking short but demanding upland climbs and broad Highland views.
Creag Mhòr at a Glance#
How to Get to Creag Mhòr#
Access usually involves driving on rural A and B roads from the nearest towns (such as Crianlarich) and beginning routes from established trailheads; public transport options are limited, so private transport is often more practical.
Tips for Visiting Creag Mhòr#
- Start very early in summer to avoid cloud and to have longer daylight for descent planning.
- Combine with neighbouring Munros for a full ridge day; check Scottish Mountain Rescue advice if crossing from Ben Lui or surrounding peaks.
- Be wary of peat hag and pathless ground; GPS and map/compass skills are advised.
Best Time to Visit Creag Mhòr#
Best visited in the summer months for long daylight and generally better weather; winter conditions require mountaineering experience.
Weather & Climate near Creag Mhòr#
Creag Mhòr'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 (2876 mm/year), wettest in January.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 2° | -8° | 364 mm | overcast | 97% | 11.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 2° | -8° | 240 mm | overcast | 95% | 11.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| March | Poor | -2° - 2° | -7° | 271 mm | overcast | 93% | 10.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | -1° - 6° | -3° | 156 mm | overcast | 89% | 8.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Poor | 2° - 9° | 1° | 151 mm | overcast | 87% | 7.8 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.2h |
| June | Poor | 5° - 11° | 4° | 141 mm | overcast | 87% | 7.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.3h |
| July | Poor | 7° - 13° | 7° | 155 mm | overcast | 88% | 7.3 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| August | Poor | 7° - 13° | 7° | 185 mm | overcast | 90% | 7.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.9h |
| September | Poor | 5° - 10° | 4° | 261 mm | overcast | 92% | 8.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 3° - 6° | -1° | 310 mm | overcast | 94% | 9.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 4° | -5° | 316 mm | overcast | 96% | 11.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 2° | -7° | 326 mm | overcast | 97% | 10.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
