Meall a' Chrasgaidh
Mountain Scottish peak in Torridon with rugged ridges
Rugged and remote, Meall a’ Chrasgaidh offers steep hillwalking on Scottish terrain; visitors come for solitary ridge routes, peaty slopes and wide northern highland views.
How to Get to Meall a' Chrasgaidh #
Access depends on specific regional approaches in the Highlands; common access points use nearby single-track roads and local car parks. Check local walking guides for the best routes and conditions.
Tips for Visiting Meall a' Chrasgaidh #
- Use the Achnasheen or Torridon approaches for scenic access routes.
- Expect variable weather; dress for sudden changes and watch for peat bogs on approach routes.
- Photographers prize the mountain for evening light; plan for golden-hour shots looking toward distant ridgelines.
Best Time to Visit Meall a' Chrasgaidh #
Best visited in summer for accessibility and clearer skies; always check local mountain-weather forecasts before attempting climbs.
Weather & Climate near Meall a' Chrasgaidh #
Meall a' Chrasgaidh'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 (2759 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 (324 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 (222 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 (267 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 (152 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 (134 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 (142 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 (156 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 (181 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 (257 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 (296 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 (315 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 (313 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
