Sgùrr Mòr (Fannichs)
Mountain Highest peak of the Fannichs mountain range
A highest peak in its group within the Fannichs, prized by walkers for broad summit views and ridge traverses. Routes are long and can be boggy; plan for full-day hillwalking and alpine footwear.
Sgùrr Mòr (Fannichs) is the highest peak of the Fannichs range in the Northwest Highlands of Scotland, rising to just over 1,100 metres. The mountain is a Munro and is a common objective for walkers completing ridge circuits of the Fannichs.
Routes typically approach via long ridge walks that link several summits, offering extensive views across the surrounding highland plateau on clear days. The terrain is upland moor and rocky summits with typical Highland weather conditions that can change rapidly.
Historically the area has seen pastoral use and deer management; in modern times it is valued for hillwalking and mountaineering. The mountain sits within the remote highlands of northern Scotland and is reached by minor roads and estate tracks leading into the Fannichs massif.
- Prominence: It is the highest summit in the Fannichs and exceeds 1,100 metres, making it a prominent Munro in the northern Highlands.
How to Get to Sgùrr Mòr (Fannichs) #
Access via minor roads and glens; nearest public roads are single track and parking points are sparse. Detailed mapping and a plan are essential.
Tips for Visiting Sgùrr Mòr (Fannichs) #
- Weather and bog can make simple routes long and tiring - allow extra time.
- Consult local guides or mountaineering clubs for current route information and conditions.
- Carry sufficient food and water; there are no services on the mountain.
Best Time to Visit Sgùrr Mòr (Fannichs) #
Sgùrr Mòr in the Fannichs - a serious hillwalk with exposed ridges and panoramic mountain views.
Weather & Climate near Sgùrr Mòr (Fannichs) #
Sgùrr Mòr (Fannichs)'s climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from -2°C to 14°C. Heavy rainfall (2769 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (324 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (223 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (271 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (155 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (136 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 (143 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (156 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. Significant rainfall (182 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (257 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (296 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (314 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 (312 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
