Routes up
Glennamong routes: 4 ways to the top
South Face AscentHiking · 10km · from Hill Road Car ParkModerate
This route takes you up the south face of Glennamong, it is a straightforward hike with a steady incline and offers panoramic views from the summit.
West ApproachHiking · 8km · 600 m ascent · ~2h 35m · from StrathcanairdModerate
The West Approach is a shorter hike that is less frequented, it provides a peaceful ascent through scenic landscapes and is ideal for a quieter day out.
East Ridge RouteScrambling · 12km · from InverlaelGrade 1 Scramble
The East Ridge Route offers a thrilling scramble with stunning views over the surrounding landscape, it is a popular choice for those seeking a bit more adventure.
North Ridge TraverseScrambling · 14km · from Loch BroomGrade 2 Scramble
The North Ridge Traverse is a challenging scramble that requires good navigation skills, it rewards climbers with breathtaking views and a sense of accomplishment.
Summit today
Is it safe to climb Glennamong today?
Glennamong today (updated 03:55, 18 Oct): up to 8°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -1°C, summit wind 10 mph gusting 22 mph, 0% chance of rain. A good day for the hills.
Glennamong weather today
Overcast, up to 8°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -1°C, summit wind 10 mph gusting 22 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Glennamong weather tomorrow
Monday 19 October: overcast, up to 7°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 0°C, summit wind 31 mph gusting 39 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
Glennamong weather this weekend
Sunday 18 October: overcast, up to 8°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -1°C, summit wind 10 mph gusting 22 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Glennamong summit forecast, next 7 days
| Day | Verdict | High/low | Feels like | Wind/gust mph | Rain or snow |
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| TodayOvercast | Good | 8°/3° | -1° | 10/22 | 0% |
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| TomorrowOvercast | Marginal | 7°/4° | 0° | 31/39 | 0% |
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| Tue 20Slight rain | Poor | 7°/4° | -1° | 48/61 | 75% |
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| Wed 21Moderate drizzle | Marginal | 6°/3° | -1° | 27/34 | 76% |
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| Thu 22Light drizzle | Marginal | 6°/3° | 0° | 25/32 | 80% |
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| Fri 23Light drizzle | Marginal | 6°/3° | -1° | 33/41 | 88% |
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| Sat 24Moderate rain | Poor | 7°/3° | -2° | 63/79 | 83% |
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Glennamong 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 25Moderate drizzle | Poor | 11°/3° | -2° | 50/63 | 92% |
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| Mon 26Moderate drizzle | Poor | 11°/5° | 1° | 41/51 | 87% |
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| Tue 27Moderate drizzle | Poor | 7°/2° | -3° | 42/52 | 78% |
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| Wed 28Light drizzle | Marginal | 8°/5° | 1° | 29/37 | 76% |
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| Thu 29Moderate rain showers | Marginal | 9°/4° | 2° | 37/46 | 69% |
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| Fri 30Light drizzle | Marginal | 8°/1° | 0° | 15/18 | 65% |
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| Sat 31Moderate drizzle | Poor | 9°/1° | -2° | 42/52 | 50% |
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Glennamong each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 628m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Glennamong 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 08:12, sunset 18:35
10h 23m of daylight. Golden hour ends 09:01 and starts 17:45. From the summit you see the sun 08:06 to 18:39.
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Close to Glennamong
About Glennamong
Glennamong is 628 m (2,060 ft) high with 139 m of prominence. It is in Nephin Beg Range, Ireland. OS grid reference F912058. It is the 6th highest of the 30 summits Peakify lists in Nephin Beg Range. The nearest summits are Corranabinnia (2.8 km), Corranabinnia SW Top (3.5 km) and Bengorm (4.8 km).
How high is Glennamong?
Glennamong is 628 metres high with 139 metres of prominence.
Where is Glennamong?
Glennamong is listed in Nephin Beg Range, Ireland.
Are there routes for Glennamong?
Peakify lists 4 routes for Glennamong, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details. The easiest is South Face Ascent (10km, Moderate).
Is it safe to climb Glennamong 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 Glennamong tomorrow?
Monday 19 October: overcast, up to 7°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 0°C, summit wind 31 mph gusting 39 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
What is the weather on Glennamong this weekend?
Sunday 18 October: overcast, up to 8°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -1°C, summit wind 10 mph gusting 22 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Good.
What weather information is shown for Glennamong?
The page includes cached mountain forecast context, snow outlook, dark-sky signals, cloud-inversion information, sunrise, sunset, and summit planning details where available.
Written and kept up to date by the Peakify team. The forecast refreshes every hour; how our forecast works.
