Cùl Beag
Mountain Remote Scottish peak on Lewis with steep slopes
A remote peak in northwest Scotland popular with experienced hillwalkers seeking steep approaches, narrow ridgelines and views over nearby lochs and sea inlets.
How to Get to Cùl Beag #
Access is by minor roads and tracks; ferry or boat may be required for island-adjacent approaches. Consult local transport schedules and tide tables.
Tips for Visiting Cùl Beag #
- Weather can be severe and changeable; an experienced plan and proper equipment are essential.
- Tidal conditions matter for approaches in island-studded regions-plan landing times carefully.
Best Time to Visit Cùl Beag #
Summer offers the most reliable weather for reaching and exploring remote northern hills.
Weather & Climate near Cùl Beag #
Cùl Beag's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from -1°C to 14°C. Heavy rainfall (2297 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (258 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (179 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (215 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (157 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (220 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (252 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (267 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (255 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
