Fionn Bheinn
Mountain Remote Scottish Munro offering coastal and mountain views
Fionn Bheinn rises in northwest Scotland as a broad, accessible mountain favored by hillwalkers; routes lead to a roomy summit with wide views over nearby sea lochs and coastal hills.
How to Get to Fionn Bheinn #
Access depends on which Fionn Bheinn is intended (there are several similarly named hills). The commonly visited Fionn Bheinn near Lochinver and the west coast is reached by minor roads off the A832; local parking at trailheads then leads onto walking routes. Check local hillwalking maps for the exact start points.
Tips for Visiting Fionn Bheinn #
- Approach Fionn Bheinn from the usual parking at A' Chraobh or via the Coire Dhorrcail route; check local walking guides for the preferred ascent.
- The summit is weather‑exposed; be prepared for rapid changes and use a map and compass if visibility drops.
- Expect peat and tussock underfoot; gaiters and waterproof boots are useful even in summer.
Best Time to Visit Fionn Bheinn #
Summer months are best for clarity and safer ascents, while shoulder seasons offer fewer people but more unpredictable weather.
Weather & Climate near Fionn Bheinn #
Fionn Bheinn's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from -2°C to 14°C. Heavy rainfall (2847 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (338 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (231 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (277 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (157 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 (137 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 (145 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 (159 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (186 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 (263 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (304 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (325 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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December
December is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (325 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
