Sgùrr Thuilm

Mountain Scottish mountain with rugged summit

A Scottish mountain visited by hillwalkers for steep ascents, ridge sections and summit views. Routes demand navigation skills; expect rough ground, short scrambles and variable weather typical of the Highlands.

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Sgùrr Thuilm is a mountain peak in Scotland located at latitude 56.93695, longitude -5.38890. It is a natural summit in the Scottish uplands and is identified by its Gaelic name on maps.

The summit area is upland terrain used for hillwalking and scrambling by outdoor visitors. Routes approach across rough ground and scree; from the top there are open, wide-ranging views of surrounding ridges and glens on clear days.

As a natural feature the peak was shaped by glacial and post-glacial processes during the Quaternary period. There is no single constructed history associated with the summit.

The peak sits within the Scottish Highlands region; the provided coordinates place it in western Scotland. The immediate landscape is upland and sparsely settled, with the nearest marked settlements and roads shown on local topographic maps.

Sgùrr Thuilm
56.9370, -5.3889

How to Get to Sgùrr Thuilm #

Approaches are by rural roads with limited parking; expect long walking approaches from the nearest glens. Use local maps and mountain guides for route planning.

Tips for Visiting Sgùrr Thuilm #

  • Routes to the summit are remote and can be rough; plan for a full day or multi-day expedition depending on approach.
  • Check tide and river-crossing conditions for approaches where they are relevant.
  • Inform local authorities or use a mountain-register when starting remote ascents.

Best Time to Visit Sgùrr Thuilm #

A remote Scottish peak that appeals to experienced walkers and those seeking solitude.

Summer (Jun-Aug)
June-August · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Longest daylight and usually the best conditions for remote hillwalking.
Late spring/early autumn
May, Sep-Oct · 0-12°C (32-54°F)
Quieter times with variable weather.

Weather & Climate near Sgùrr Thuilm #

Climate

Sgùrr Thuilm'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 -1°C to 14°C. Heavy rainfall (3104 mm/year), wettest in January.

Best Time to Visit
MayJulyJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (378 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

26 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

378 mm
Rainfall
12.8 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (250 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

26 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

250 mm
Rainfall
12.6 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (305 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

305 mm
Rainfall
11.6 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (167 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

167 mm
Rainfall
9.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

144 mm
Rainfall
8.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
16.2h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

151 mm
Rainfall
8.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.1
UV Index
High
17.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (172 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

172 mm
Rainfall
7.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.0
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Heavy rain (203 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

42 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
13°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

203 mm
Rainfall
8.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
14.9h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (290 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

290 mm
Rainfall
9.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (333 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

30 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

333 mm
Rainfall
10.9 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (352 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

352 mm
Rainfall
11.9 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.0h daylight

December

December is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (359 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

359 mm
Rainfall
11.3 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

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