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.
Sgùrr Thuilm at a Glance#
About Sgùrr Thuilm#
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.
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.
Weather & Climate near Sgùrr Thuilm#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -1° - 3° | -7° | 378 mm | overcast | 93% | 12.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| February | Poor | -1° - 3° | -7° | 250 mm | overcast | 92% | 12.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| March | Poor | -1° - 4° | -6° | 305 mm | overcast | 90% | 11.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | 0° - 7° | -3° | 167 mm | overcast | 87% | 9.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Poor | 3° - 10° | 2° | 144 mm | overcast | 85% | 8.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.2h |
| June | Poor | 6° - 12° | 5° | 151 mm | overcast | 86% | 8.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.3h |
| July | Poor | 8° - 14° | 11° | 172 mm | overcast | 87% | 7.9 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| August | Poor | 8° - 13° | 10° | 203 mm | overcast | 89% | 8.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.9h |
| September | Poor | 6° - 11° | 4° | 290 mm | overcast | 90% | 9.3 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 3° - 7° | 0° | 333 mm | overcast | 91% | 10.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 5° | -4° | 352 mm | overcast | 92% | 11.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| December | Poor | -1° - 3° | -6° | 359 mm | overcast | 93% | 11.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |