Sgurr a' Mhaim Mountain
Scottish mountain with steep ridges and high summit
Part of the Scottish Highlands' Munros, Sgurr a' Mhaim attracts walkers for steep ascents and rocky ridgelines that link to neighboring peaks; routes often require navigation across heather and scree.
Sgurr a' Mhaim at a Glance#
About Sgurr a' Mhaim#
Sgurr a’ Mhaim is a mountain in the Scottish Highlands. It is a named summit within the mountainous terrain of the region.
Walkers access the mountain from nearby glens and river valleys; the routes are typical hillwalking paths rather than developed tourist trails. The summit provides open views over surrounding ridges and corries for those equipped for upland navigation.
The peak and surrounding ground are products of Scotland’s geological uplift and glacial sculpting; local historical use has been dominated by pastoral activities. There are no major built historical features on the summit itself.
The mountain lies in mainland Scotland as indicated in the input, within the network of Highland hills and valleys.
How to Get to Sgurr a' Mhaim#
Access typically from Glen Nevis or Glen Spean parking areas depending on route; local trailheads are served by rural roads and require on-foot approach.
Tips for Visiting Sgurr a' Mhaim#
- Approach via Glen Spean for gentler slopes, and avoid the long ridge walk in poor visibility.
- The summit consists of rocky outcrops - microspikes help in icy conditions.
Best Time to Visit Sgurr a' Mhaim#
Summer for casual hikers; winter conditions require mountaineering experience.
Weather & Climate near Sgurr a' Mhaim#
Sgurr a' Mhaim's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -2°C to 13°C. Heavy rainfall (3157 mm/year), wettest in January.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 3° | -8° | 391 mm | overcast | 96% | 15.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 2° | -8° | 260 mm | overcast | 95% | 14.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| March | Poor | -2° - 3° | -7° | 308 mm | overcast | 93% | 13.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | -1° - 6° | -4° | 173 mm | overcast | 89% | 10.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Poor | 2° - 9° | 1° | 155 mm | overcast | 86% | 9.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.2h |
| June | Poor | 5° - 11° | 4° | 154 mm | overcast | 87% | 9.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.3h |
| July | Poor | 7° - 13° | 6° | 173 mm | overcast | 88% | 9.0 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| August | Poor | 7° - 12° | 6° | 205 mm | overcast | 90% | 9.3 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.9h |
| September | Poor | 5° - 10° | 3° | 290 mm | overcast | 92% | 10.8 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 2° - 7° | -2° | 335 mm | overcast | 94% | 12.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 4° | -6° | 351 mm | overcast | 96% | 14.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 2° | -8° | 362 mm | overcast | 96% | 13.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
