Sgurr a' Mhaoraich
Mountain Scottish mountain with steep ridges and summit views
On a remote Highland ridge offering long approaches and grassy slopes, this Munro draws hillwalkers seeking quiet routes, summit panoramas and straightforward scrambles. Expect single-track access, peat hags and sudden weather changes.
Sgurr a’ Mhaoraich is a Scottish mountain located in the Highlands and visited by walkers exploring the region’s uplands. It forms part of the mosaic of peaks that make up the northern highland ranges.
Access is typically by hill paths and estate tracks with routes involving uneven ground and some steep sections. The area around the mountain has a history of hill farming and deer management and today is used for recreational walking and mountaineering.
The summit sits within the remote upland country of northern Scotland and is reached from local glens and rural access roads.
How to Get to Sgurr a' Mhaoraich #
Access generally requires a long drive on single-track roads to remote car parks; local walk guides and Ordnance Survey maps are recommended for planning.
Tips for Visiting Sgurr a' Mhaoraich #
- The Fannichs area is remote - plan for long approach times and limited rescue options.
- Weather can change quickly; check mountain forecasts (Met Office/Walkhighlands) before departure.
- Leave no trace: the area's remote ecology is fragile and popular routes can suffer from erosion.
Best Time to Visit Sgurr a' Mhaoraich #
A peak in the Fannichs, part of Scotland's rugged northwest hills, popular with hillwalkers seeking quiet ridges.
Weather & Climate near Sgurr a' Mhaoraich #
Sgurr a' Mhaoraich's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -2°C to 13°C. Heavy rainfall (3180 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 (385 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (258 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (319 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 (176 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (150 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 (154 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (174 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. Heavy rain (204 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (294 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (340 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (360 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 (366 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
