Radnor Forest
Area Area of heathy upland and woodland in Wales
A compact upland area in Wales, Radnor Forest offers open moorland, rocky outcrops and walking routes. Hikers and mountain bikers use its trails; local reservoirs and sheep pastures frame the scenery.
How to Get to Radnor Forest #
Radnor Forest is reached from small roads off the A488/B4386 in Powys. The nearest larger towns are Knighton and Presteigne; use local lanes to reach trailheads. Public transport is limited-arrive by car or taxi from the nearest railway station.
Tips for Visiting Radnor Forest #
- Approach on the B4368/B4386 roads and park in small roadside lay-bys-there are no large visitor centres.
- Watch for sheep and grazing livestock on paths; radial deer trails cross the uplands and can be muddy after rain.
- Seek out ancient boundary stones and the subtle human marks on stone steps-these are what gives Radnor Forest its character.
Best Time to Visit Radnor Forest #
Best visited in late spring through early autumn when trails are drier and days are longer.
Weather & Climate near Radnor Forest #
Radnor Forest's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 0°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1811 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (211 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (162 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (177 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (200 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (215 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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