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 at a Glance#
About Sgurr a' Mhaoraich#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -1° - 3° | -7° | 385 mm | overcast | 93% | 13.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 3° | -7° | 258 mm | overcast | 92% | 13.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |
| March | Poor | -1° - 3° | -7° | 319 mm | overcast | 90% | 12.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | 0° - 6° | -3° | 176 mm | overcast | 87% | 10.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.1h |
| May | Poor | 2° - 10° | 1° | 150 mm | overcast | 85% | 9.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.4h |
| June | Poor | 5° - 12° | 4° | 154 mm | overcast | 86% | 9.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.6h |
| July | Poor | 7° - 13° | 10° | 174 mm | overcast | 87% | 8.5 m/s | 1.0 high | 17.0h |
| August | Poor | 7° - 13° | 7° | 204 mm | overcast | 89% | 8.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.0h |
| September | Poor | 5° - 11° | 3° | 294 mm | overcast | 90% | 10.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 3° - 7° | -1° | 340 mm | overcast | 91% | 11.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.1h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 4° | -5° | 360 mm | overcast | 92% | 12.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.8h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 3° | -7° | 366 mm | overcast | 93% | 12.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
