Sgurr Eilde Mor Mountain
Scottish Munro mountain offering remote hillwalking routes
A peak in Scotland's Highlands, Sgurr Eilde Mor draws hillwalkers seeking ridgelines, loch views and seasonal heather. Expect steep ground, changeable weather and classic west‑Highlands terrain.
Sgurr Eilde Mor at a Glance#
How to Get to Sgurr Eilde Mor#
Sgurr Eilde Mor is accessed from the Highland road network; common approaches are from nearby glens reached by single-track roads off the A82 corridor. Nearest significant towns for services are Fort William and Kinlochleven.
Tips for Visiting Sgurr Eilde Mor#
- Start the Sgurr Eilde Mor route early to avoid afternoon hill fog that settles on the high ground.
- The ascent from Loch Long via Beinn a' Chrulaiste is a long day walk; consider a shortstay in regional accommodation if approaching from Glasgow.
- Aside from the main route, watch for boggy ground on approach paths - good gaiters and waterproof boots are advisable.
Best Time to Visit Sgurr Eilde Mor#
Late spring to early autumn provides the most reliable conditions for hillwalking; winter ascents require mountaineering experience.
Weather & Climate near Sgurr Eilde Mor#
Sgurr Eilde Mor'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 14°C. Heavy rainfall (2871 mm/year), wettest in January.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -1° - 3° | -7° | 359 mm | overcast | 96% | 11.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 3° | -7° | 236 mm | overcast | 94% | 11.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| March | Poor | -1° - 4° | -6° | 279 mm | overcast | 92% | 10.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | 0° - 7° | -2° | 152 mm | overcast | 89% | 8.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Poor | 3° - 10° | 2° | 142 mm | overcast | 86% | 7.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.2h |
| June | Poor | 6° - 12° | 5° | 140 mm | overcast | 86% | 7.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.3h |
| July | Poor | 8° - 14° | 11° | 155 mm | overcast | 87% | 7.1 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| August | Poor | 7° - 14° | 11° | 185 mm | overcast | 89% | 7.2 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.9h |
| September | Poor | 6° - 11° | 5° | 263 mm | overcast | 91% | 8.3 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 3° - 7° | 0° | 309 mm | overcast | 93% | 9.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 5° | -4° | 320 mm | overcast | 95% | 10.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 3° | -6° | 331 mm | overcast | 96% | 10.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
