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Cnoc an Chuillinn routes: 3 ways to the top
Standard RouteHiking · 8km · 600 m ascent · ~2h 35m · from InveroranModerate
The standard route to Cnoc an Chuillinn starts from Inveroran, it involves a straightforward hike with some boggy sections, offering stunning views of the surrounding Rannoch Moor.
West Flank AscentHiking · 9km · 700 m ascent · ~3h 0m · from Victoria BridgeModerate
Starting from Victoria Bridge, this route ascends the west flank of Cnoc an Chuillinn, offering a less frequented path with expansive views.
North Ridge ScrambleScrambling · 7km · 650 m ascent · ~2h 30m · from InveroranGrade 1 Scramble
This route involves a scramble up the north ridge of Cnoc an Chuillinn, providing a more challenging ascent with some exposure and hands-on rock sections.
Summit today
Is it safe to climb Cnoc an Chuillinn today?
Cnoc an Chuillinn today (updated 19:16, 18 Oct): up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -3°C, summit wind 13 mph gusting 17 mph, 0% chance of rain. A good day for the hills.
Cnoc an Chuillinn weather today
Mainly clear, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -3°C, summit wind 13 mph gusting 17 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Cnoc an Chuillinn weather tomorrow
Monday 19 October: overcast, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -4°C, summit wind 24 mph gusting 30 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Cnoc an Chuillinn weather this weekend
Sunday 18 October: mainly clear, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -3°C, summit wind 13 mph gusting 17 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Cnoc an Chuillinn summit forecast, next 7 days
| Day | Verdict | High/low | Feels like | Wind/gust mph | Rain or snow |
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| TodayMainly clear | Good | 6°/0° | -3° | 13/17 | 0% |
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| TomorrowOvercast | Good | 5°/-1° | -4° | 24/30 | 0% |
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| Tue 20Moderate rain | Poor | 7°/2° | -3° | 46/58 | 97% |
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| Wed 21Light drizzle | Marginal | 5°/0° | -4° | 36/45 | 94% |
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| Thu 22Moderate drizzle | Marginal | 6°/1° | -2° | 26/33 | 97% |
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| Fri 23Moderate drizzle | Poor | 5°/1° | -4° | 46/57 | 94% |
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| Sat 24Moderate drizzle | Poor | 8°/3° | -1° | 51/63 | 83% |
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Cnoc an Chuillinn 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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| Sun 25Light drizzle | Poor | 9°/2° | -4° | 54/67 | 84% |
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| Mon 26Slight rain showers | Poor | 9°/2° | -3° | 55+/75+ | 80% |
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| Tue 27Slight rain showers | Poor | 9°/1° | -4° | 55+/75+ | 82% |
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| Wed 28Light drizzle | Poor | 6°/1° | -3° | 41/51 | 55% |
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| Thu 29Moderate rain | Poor | 8°/3° | -1° | 55+/75+ | 49% |
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| Fri 30Slight rain showers | Marginal | 8°/2° | -1° | 25/37 | 57% |
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| Sat 31Slight rain showers | Marginal | 5°/0° | -3° | 37/46 | 55% |
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Cnoc an Chuillinn each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 955m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Cnoc an Chuillinn 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 08:08, sunset 18:39
10h 30m of daylight. Golden hour ends 08:55 and starts 17:51. From the summit you see the sun 08:02 to 18:44.
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About Cnoc an Chuillinn
Cnoc an Chuillinn is 955 m (3,132 ft) high with 52 m of prominence. It is in Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Ireland. OS grid reference V823833. It is the 8th highest of the 24 summits Peakify lists in Macgillycuddy's Reeks. The nearest summits are Cnoc an Chuillinn East Top (0.5 km), Maolan Bui (1.0 km) and Cnoc na Toinne (1.2 km).
How high is Cnoc an Chuillinn?
Cnoc an Chuillinn is 955 metres high with 52 metres of prominence.
Where is Cnoc an Chuillinn?
Cnoc an Chuillinn is listed in Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Ireland.
Are there routes for Cnoc an Chuillinn?
Peakify lists 3 routes for Cnoc an Chuillinn, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details. The easiest is Standard Route (8km, Moderate).
Is it safe to climb Cnoc an Chuillinn 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 Cnoc an Chuillinn tomorrow?
Monday 19 October: overcast, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -4°C, summit wind 24 mph gusting 30 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Good.
What is the weather on Cnoc an Chuillinn this weekend?
Sunday 18 October: mainly clear, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -3°C, summit wind 13 mph gusting 17 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Good.
What weather information is shown for Cnoc an Chuillinn?
The page includes cached mountain forecast context, snow outlook, dark-sky signals, cloud-inversion information, sunrise, sunset, and summit planning details where available.
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