Routes up
Carn a' Mhaim routes: 4 ways to the top
Standard Hiking RouteHiking · 12km · 800 m ascent · ~3h 45m · from Linn of DeeModerate
This route starts from Linn of Dee and follows a well-defined path through Glen Lui, offering stunning views of the surrounding Cairngorms.
Western ApproachHiking · 15km · 850 m ascent · ~4h 25m · from White BridgeModerate
Starting from White Bridge, this route takes a less traveled path through Glen Dee, offering solitude and panoramic views.
East Ridge AscentHiking · 13km · 820 m ascent · ~4h 0m · from Derry LodgeModerate
The East Ridge ascent begins at Derry Lodge and follows a scenic route with a gradual climb, ideal for those seeking a quieter path.
South Ridge ScrambleScrambling · 14km · 900 m ascent · ~4h 20m · from Linn of DeeGrade 1 Scramble
This scramble involves ascending via the South Ridge, providing a more challenging and adventurous route with some exposure.
Summit today
Is it safe to climb Carn a' Mhaim today?
Carn a' Mhaim today (updated 00:36, 28 Oct): up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -4°C, summit wind 36 mph gusting 47 mph, 100% chance of rain. A marginal day for the hills. Best day this week: Monday, summit gusts 9 mph.
Carn a' Mhaim weather today
Moderate rain, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -4°C, summit wind 36 mph gusting 47 mph, 100% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
Carn a' Mhaim weather tomorrow
Thursday 29 October: mostly dry, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 0°C, summit wind 23 mph gusting 29 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Carn a' Mhaim weather this weekend
Saturday 31 October: moderate drizzle, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 0°C, summit wind 13 mph gusting 16 mph, 35% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Sunday 1 November: overcast, up to 3°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -6°C, summit wind 11 mph gusting 13 mph, 6% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Carn a' Mhaim 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° | -4° | 36/47 | 100% |
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| TomorrowModerate drizzle | Good | 5°/4° | 0° | 23/29 | 0% |
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| Fri 30Light drizzle | Marginal | 7°/4° | -1° | 33/41 | 12% |
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| Sat 31Moderate drizzle | Good | 6°/2° | 0° | 13/16 | 35% |
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| Sun 1Overcast | Good | 3°/-3° | -6° | 11/13 | 6% |
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| Mon 2Clear sky | Good | 6°/-4° | -7° | 7/9 | 2% |
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| Tue 3Fog | Good | 6°/-3° | -6° | 13/17 | 0% |
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Carn a' Mhaim 14-day weather forecast: days 8 to 14, less certain
| Day | Verdict | High/low | Feels like | Wind/gust mph | Rain or snow |
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| Wed 4Fog | Good | 3°/-1° | -4° | 14/17 | 0% |
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| Thu 5Mainly clear | Good | 3°/-2° | -5° | 6/7 | 2% |
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| Fri 6Overcast | Good | 1°/-3° | -6° | 7/9 | 6% |
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| Sat 7Overcast | Good | 2°/-3° | -7° | 16/20 | 18% |
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| Sun 8Fog | Good | 1°/-2° | -6° | 16/21 | 20% |
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| Mon 9Fog | Good | 2°/-3° | -6° | 15/18 | 27% |
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| Tue 10Fog | Good | 1°/-4° | -7° | 15/19 | 28% |
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Carn a' Mhaim each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 1037m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Carn a' Mhaim 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 07:16, sunset 16:40
9h 24m of daylight. Golden hour ends 08:14 and starts 15:42. From the summit you see the sun 07:08 to 16:47.
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About Carn a' Mhaim
Carn a' Mhaim is 1,037 m (3,402 ft) high with 231 m of prominence. It is in Cairngorms, Scotland. It is the 67th highest of the 525 summits Peakify lists in Cairngorms. The nearest summits are Sron Riach (2.6 km), Creagan nan Gabhar (2.9 km) and Stob Coire Sputan Dearg (3.3 km).
How high is Carn a' Mhaim?
Carn a' Mhaim is 1,037 metres high with 231 metres of prominence.
Where is Carn a' Mhaim?
Carn a' Mhaim is listed in Cairngorms, Scotland.
Are there routes for Carn a' Mhaim?
Peakify lists 4 routes for Carn a' Mhaim, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details. The easiest is Standard Hiking Route (12km, Moderate).
Is it safe to climb Carn a' Mhaim 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 Carn a' Mhaim tomorrow?
Thursday 29 October: mostly dry, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 0°C, summit wind 23 mph gusting 29 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Good.
What is the weather on Carn a' Mhaim this weekend?
Saturday 31 October: moderate drizzle, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 0°C, summit wind 13 mph gusting 16 mph, 35% chance of rain. Rated Good. Sunday 1 November: overcast, up to 3°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -6°C, summit wind 11 mph gusting 13 mph, 6% chance of rain. Rated Good.
What weather information is shown for Carn a' Mhaim?
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.
