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 at a Glance#
About Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 2° | -8° | 386 mm | overcast | 96% | 13.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 2° | -8° | 260 mm | overcast | 94% | 13.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |
| March | Poor | -2° - 2° | -8° | 320 mm | overcast | 92% | 12.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | -1° - 6° | -4° | 182 mm | overcast | 89% | 10.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.1h |
| May | Poor | 2° - 9° | 0° | 161 mm | overcast | 86% | 9.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.4h |
| June | Poor | 5° - 11° | 4° | 159 mm | overcast | 87% | 9.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.6h |
| July | Poor | 7° - 13° | 6° | 176 mm | overcast | 87% | 8.6 m/s | 1.0 high | 17.0h |
| August | Poor | 7° - 13° | 6° | 205 mm | overcast | 89% | 8.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.0h |
| September | Poor | 5° - 10° | 3° | 297 mm | overcast | 91% | 10.0 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 2° - 7° | -2° | 344 mm | overcast | 94% | 11.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.1h |
| November | Poor | -1° - 4° | -6° | 363 mm | overcast | 95% | 12.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.8h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 2° | -8° | 366 mm | overcast | 96% | 12.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
