Routes up
Dun da Ghaoithe routes: 4 ways to the top
Main Ridge RouteHiking · 12km · from CraignureModerate
This route starts from Craignure and follows a well-defined path up the main ridge of Dun da Ghaoithe, offering stunning views over the Sound of Mull, suitable for experienced hikers.
North Ridge RouteHiking · 10km · from Scallastle BayModerate
The North Ridge Route begins at Scallastle Bay and ascends via the northern slopes, providing a more direct approach with steep sections.
South Ridge ScrambleScrambling · 11km · from CraignureGrade 1
This scrambling route takes you up the south ridge, involving some hands-on sections and offering a more adventurous ascent.
East Face ClimbClimbing · 8km · from LochdonGrade 3
The East Face Climb is a challenging route for experienced climbers, featuring technical sections and requiring climbing gear.
Summit today
Is it safe to climb Dun da Ghaoithe today?
Dun da Ghaoithe today (updated 06:07, 28 Oct): up to 7°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -4°C, summit wind 56 mph gusting 70 mph, 100% chance of rain. A poor day for the hills. Best day this week: Monday, summit gusts 13 mph.
Dun da Ghaoithe weather today
Moderate rain, up to 7°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -4°C, summit wind 56 mph gusting 70 mph, 100% chance of rain. Rated Poor.
Dun da Ghaoithe weather tomorrow
Thursday 29 October: overcast, up to 8°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 0°C, summit wind 46 mph gusting 58 mph, 9% chance of rain. Rated Poor.
Dun da Ghaoithe weather this weekend
Saturday 31 October: moderate drizzle, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -2°C, summit wind 12 mph gusting 15 mph, 53% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Sunday 1 November: fog, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -4°C, summit wind 12 mph gusting 14 mph, 6% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Dun da Ghaoithe summit forecast, next 7 days
| Day | Verdict | High/low | Feels like | Wind/gust mph | Rain or snow |
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| TodayModerate rain | Poor | 7°/5° | -4° | 56/70 | 100% |
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| TomorrowOvercast | Poor | 8°/6° | 0° | 46/58 | 9% |
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| Fri 30Slight rain | Poor | 7°/2° | -1° | 48/60 | 58% |
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| Sat 31Moderate drizzle | Good | 6°/1° | -2° | 12/15 | 53% |
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| Sun 1Fog | Good | 6°/-1° | -4° | 12/14 | 6% |
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| Mon 2Overcast | Good | 3°/-3° | -6° | 11/13 | 4% |
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| Tue 3Fog | Marginal | 5°/-5° | -8° | 15/18 | 0% |
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Dun da Ghaoithe 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 4Overcast | Good | 6°/1° | -1° | 12/15 | 4% |
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| Thu 5Fog | Good | 3°/0° | -2° | 10/13 | 6% |
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| Fri 6Fog | Good | 3°/0° | -2° | 10/13 | 14% |
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| Sat 7Fog | Good | 2°/-1° | -4° | 12/15 | 24% |
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| Sun 8Overcast | Good | 6°/-1° | -4° | 14/18 | 26% |
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| Mon 9Fog | Good | 4°/-2° | -4° | 8/10 | 31% |
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| Tue 10Fog | Good | 2°/-1° | -3° | 24/30 | 34% |
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Dun da Ghaoithe each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 766m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Dun da Ghaoithe 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 07:23, sunset 16:50
9h 27m of daylight. Golden hour ends 08:19 and starts 15:53. From the summit you see the sun 07:16 to 16:56.
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About Dun da Ghaoithe
Dun da Ghaoithe is 766 m (2,513 ft) high with 659 m of prominence. It is in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. It is the 46th highest of the 108 summits Peakify lists in Argyll and Bute. The nearest summits are Mainnir nam Fiadh (0.9 km), Beinn Thunicaraidh (1.3 km) and Sgurr Dearg (2.3 km).
How high is Dun da Ghaoithe?
Dun da Ghaoithe is 766 metres high with 659 metres of prominence.
Where is Dun da Ghaoithe?
Dun da Ghaoithe is listed in Argyll and Bute, Scotland.
Are there routes for Dun da Ghaoithe?
Peakify lists 4 routes for Dun da Ghaoithe, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details. The easiest is Main Ridge Route (12km, Moderate).
Is it safe to climb Dun da Ghaoithe 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 Dun da Ghaoithe tomorrow?
Thursday 29 October: overcast, up to 8°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 0°C, summit wind 46 mph gusting 58 mph, 9% chance of rain. Rated Poor.
What is the weather on Dun da Ghaoithe this weekend?
Saturday 31 October: moderate drizzle, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -2°C, summit wind 12 mph gusting 15 mph, 53% chance of rain. Rated Good. Sunday 1 November: fog, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -4°C, summit wind 12 mph gusting 14 mph, 6% chance of rain. Rated Good.
What weather information is shown for Dun da Ghaoithe?
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.
