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Cairn Bannoch routes: 4 ways to the top
Lochnagar CircuitHiking · 29km · from Spittal of GlenmuickModerate
This route is a long circuit that includes several Munros, offering stunning views of the Cairngorms, it is a challenging hike due to its length and elevation gain
White Mounth MunrosHiking · 24km · from Spittal of GlenmuickModerate
This route covers five Munros including Cairn Bannoch, it is a popular choice for experienced hikers seeking a full day out in the mountains
Direct Ascent from Glen DollHiking · 14km · 800 m ascent · ~4h 10m · from Glen Doll Car ParkModerate
This route takes a direct approach to Cairn Bannoch from Glen Doll, it is less traveled and offers a quieter experience
South-East Ridge ScrambleScrambling · 15km · 900 m ascent · ~4h 30m · from Spittal of GlenmuickGrade 1 Scramble
This scramble route follows the south-east ridge of Cairn Bannoch, providing a more adventurous ascent with some exposure
Summit today
Is it safe to climb Cairn Bannoch today?
Cairn Bannoch today (updated 22:44, 27 Oct): up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -6°C, summit wind 33 mph gusting 46 mph, 100% chance of rain. A marginal day for the hills. Best day this week: Tuesday, summit gusts 15 mph.
Cairn Bannoch weather today
Moderate rain, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -6°C, summit wind 33 mph gusting 46 mph, 100% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
Cairn Bannoch weather tomorrow
Thursday 29 October: mostly dry, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -1°C, summit wind 27 mph gusting 36 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
Cairn Bannoch weather this weekend
Saturday 31 October: light drizzle, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 0°C, summit wind 16 mph gusting 20 mph, 29% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Sunday 1 November: fog, up to 4°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -7°C, summit wind 15 mph gusting 19 mph, 20% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Cairn Bannoch summit forecast, next 7 days
| Day | Verdict | High/low | Feels like | Wind/gust mph | Rain or snow |
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| TodayModerate rain | Marginal | 5°/1° | -6° | 33/46 | 100% |
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| TomorrowLight drizzle | Marginal | 5°/4° | -1° | 27/36 | 0% |
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| Fri 30Light drizzle | Poor | 7°/4° | -2° | 43/54 | 9% |
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| Sat 31Light drizzle | Good | 6°/2° | 0° | 16/20 | 29% |
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| Sun 1Fog | Good | 4°/-4° | -7° | 15/19 | 20% |
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| Mon 2Fog | Marginal | 5°/-4° | -8° | 14/17 | 2% |
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| Tue 3Fog | Good | 6°/-3° | -6° | 12/15 | 2% |
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Cairn Bannoch 14-day weather forecast: days 8 to 13, less certain
| Day | Verdict | High/low | Feels like | Wind/gust mph | Rain or snow |
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| Wed 4Fog | Good | 3°/-3° | -5° | 14/17 | 4% |
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| Thu 5Fog | Good | 3°/-4° | -7° | 4/5 | 6% |
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| Fri 6Fog | Good | 2°/-4° | -7° | 7/10 | 13% |
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| Sat 7Fog | Marginal | 2°/-4° | -8° | 17/21 | 15% |
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| Sun 8Fog | Good | 2°/-2° | -6° | 18/22 | 20% |
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| Mon 9Fog | Good | 3°/-3° | -6° | 17/22 | 22% |
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Cairn Bannoch each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 1011m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Cairn Bannoch each night this week, from cloud cover, moonlight and local light pollution.
Snow · 7 days
No snow is forecast at the summit in the next 7 days.
Sun today
Sunrise 07:14, sunset 16:39
9h 25m of daylight. Golden hour ends 08:12 and starts 15:41. From the summit you see the sun 07:06 to 16:46.
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About Cairn Bannoch
Cairn Bannoch is 1,011 m (3,317 ft) high with 76 m of prominence. It is in Cairngorms, Scotland. It is the 77th highest of the 525 summits Peakify lists in Cairngorms. The nearest summits are Cairn of Gowal (0.6 km), Cairn of Gowal South Top (1.0 km) and Fafernie (0.8 km).
How high is Cairn Bannoch?
Cairn Bannoch is 1,011 metres high with 76 metres of prominence.
Where is Cairn Bannoch?
Cairn Bannoch is listed in Cairngorms, Scotland.
Are there routes for Cairn Bannoch?
Peakify lists 4 routes for Cairn Bannoch, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details. The easiest is Lochnagar Circuit (29km, Moderate).
Is it safe to climb Cairn Bannoch today?
Peakify rates each day on the summit Good, Marginal or Poor from the forecast summit wind, gusts, chance of rain and wind chill. Wind of 40 mph or gusts of 65 mph make it Poor; wind of 25 mph, gusts of 45 mph, a 60% chance of rain or a feels-like temperature of -8°C or below make it Marginal. Today's and tomorrow's ratings are at the top of this page. The rating covers the weather only: also check your route, daylight, kit and experience, and in winter whether you need an ice axe and crampons.
What is the weather on Cairn Bannoch tomorrow?
Thursday 29 October: mostly dry, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -1°C, summit wind 27 mph gusting 36 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
What is the weather on Cairn Bannoch this weekend?
Saturday 31 October: light drizzle, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 0°C, summit wind 16 mph gusting 20 mph, 29% chance of rain. Rated Good. Sunday 1 November: fog, up to 4°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -7°C, summit wind 15 mph gusting 19 mph, 20% chance of rain. Rated Good.
What weather information is shown for Cairn Bannoch?
The page includes cached mountain forecast context, snow outlook, dark-sky signals, cloud-inversion information, sunrise, sunset, and summit planning details where available.
Peakify is run by Sam Tyler, who has climbed Yr Wyddfa 22 times. The forecast refreshes every hour; how our forecast works.
