Southeastern Highlands
The southern Highlands as far west as the Callander area and north to Loch Ericht, Drumochter and summits near Glenshee ski-centre (summits within the historic county of Perthshire). Also Ochils and Angus hills.
Tuesday's Forecast
Light wind, negligible impact
Little wind or walking hardly affected by the wind, but feeling chilly if exposed on tops. 10-15mph or less.
Patchwork of cloud and sun
Dry most or all day. A mix of cloud and sunshine. Occasional cloud banks drifting over higher slopes, lifting above the tops.
Chilly
Air temperature typically 0 to 5C on higher summits. Feeling distinctly chilly on tops when stationary or where exposed to wind. Take appropriate layers.
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Light wind, negligible impact
Little wind or walking hardly affected by the wind, but feeling chilly if exposed on tops. 10-15mph or less.
Patchwork of cloud and sun
Dry most or all day. A mix of cloud and sunshine. Occasional cloud banks drifting over higher slopes, lifting above the tops.
Chilly
Air temperature typically 0 to 5C on higher summits. Feeling distinctly chilly on tops when stationary or where exposed to wind. Take appropriate layers.
Viewing Forecast For
Southeastern Highlands
Tuesday 6th October 2026
Last updated
Mon 5th Oct 26 at
3:40PM
Summary for all mountain areas
Chilly in Scotland, blustery showers northwest with hail, snow on summits. Showers well-scattered elsewhere, regular sun breaks. Patchy rain, drizzle, and low cloud affect England and Wales most of the day; some areas of east Wales see windows of cloud breaks and good visibility.
Headline for Southeastern Highlands
A few showers west, some snow on tops, sunny breaks
How windy? (On the Munros)
West or northwesterly 15-20mph, easing to largely less than 15mph much of the day.
Effect of the wind on you?
Fairly small.
How Wet?
Some local rain/showers, but most hills dry
One or two brief showers west of A9, most likely afternoon. Some hail may be mixed in. Some risk of a broader area of rain just in the morning south of Loch Tay, this soon clearing.
Cloud on the hills?
Mostly clearing
Patchy cloud at varied elevations in the morning, perhaps briefly more extensive south of Loch Tay, but soon largely lifting to just patches grazing summits, little remaining afternoon.
Chance of cloud free Munros?
80% by afternoon
Sunshine and air clarity?
Mostly sunny, some patchy fair-weather cloud. Very good visibility.
How Cold? (at 900m)
4 or 5C.
Freezing Level
Above the summits.
Viewing Forecast For
Southeastern Highlands
Wednesday 7th October 2026
Last updated
Mon 5th Oct 26 at
3:40PM
How windy? (On the Munros)
West veering northwesterly in the range 15 to 25mph - particularly gusty near precipitation.
Effect of the wind on you?
Often fairly small, but ease of walking and balance sometimes difficult near showers. Considerable wind chill.
How Wet?
Hail and snow; extending east
Sudden hail and snow showers, sometimes frequent, mostly west of A9. Showers extend more widely afternoon. Covering or dusting of snow above around 850m.
Cloud on the hills?
Extensive on higher areas
Cloud base only grazing the high tops in the morning, but as showers come in, patches of cloud to around 600m, temporary lower west of A9, and 800m elsewhere.
Chance of cloud free Munros?
70% lowering to 30%
Sunshine and air clarity?
Often sunny, fair weather cloud building afternoon for more patchy sun. Visibility sometimes very poor, but otherwise good, although a haze.
How Cold? (at 900m)
2C; will feel as cold as minus 7C directly in wind.
Freezing Level
Above the summits, but some light frosts in sheltered glens.
Viewing Forecast For
Southeastern Highlands
Thursday 8th October 2026
Last updated
Mon 5th Oct 26 at
3:40PM
How windy? (On the Munros)
Northwesterly 25mph, gradually shifting southwesterly 10-15mph or less. Significantly restrengthening evening.
Effect of the wind on you?
Mostly small.
How Wet?
Rain arrives afternoon
Dry through morning into afternoon. Rain arrives from the west as afternoon goes, soon becoming frequent, persistent falls with heavy moments likely overnight.
Cloud on the hills?
Little expected
A little patchy cloud at varied heights in the morning, a few broader patches around Loch Ericht, but soon lifting and breaking for clear Munros well into the day. Cloud returns evening, filling in overnight.
Chance of cloud free Munros?
90%
Sunshine and air clarity?
Extensive sun at dawn, high cloud gradually builds from the west, increasingly thickening. Very good visibility.
How Cold? (at 900m)
2 or 3C, then a sharp rise for several overnight hours towards 8C or higher.
Freezing Level
May just graze the high summits at dawn, frosts in sheltered glens. Soon lifting above.
Planning Outlook
A brief colder period with the wind easing on Wednesday and Thursday with bright sun breaking out - some snow showers will affect high terrain in Scotland, some hail mixed in as well. Westerly wind returns as Thursday goes, bringing bands of rain, low cloud and strong upland winds across Britain. Saturday remains blustery and showery but with bright breaks forming, and then Sunday sees a more settled day as a small area of high pressure builds in from the south. The following week looked mixed with bands of rain coming and going, punctuated by regions of high pressure, but typically on the cloudy side. Generally mild temperatures.