Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan
Mountain Remote Scottish mountain with rugged slopes and corries
Rising in the Northwest Highlands, Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan features steep corries and long ridges; hillwalkers plan full-day outings and often combine it with nearby Munros.
Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan is a mountain in the Scottish Highlands. It is one of the region’s upland summits and part of the complex Highland topography.
The area is popular with experienced hillwalkers seeking remote routes and broad views; approaches often involve long walks across complex terrain with little infrastructure. The summit and ridges are typical of Highland mountains with rocky ground and peatland.
The mountain was shaped by the same geological and glacial processes that formed the Highlands; local human use has centered on grazing and seasonal land use. There are no major historical structures at the summit.
The peak sits in mainland Scotland amid the network of glens and mountains that characterise the Highlands.
How to Get to Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan #
Access by road from nearby glens; parking and approach vary by route. Local maps are recommended.
Tips for Visiting Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan #
- Bring a headlamp if planning a dawn or dusk ascent - paths can be confusing in low light.
- Look for small streams on the lower slopes that make pleasant rest stops.
Best Time to Visit Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan #
Summer for straightforward hikes; winter demands alpine experience.
Weather & Climate near Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan #
Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -2°C to 13°C. Heavy rainfall (3219 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (386 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (260 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (320 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 (182 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (176 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (205 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 (297 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (344 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (363 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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December
December is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (366 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
