Routes up
Scaraben routes: 3 ways to the top
East Ridge RouteScrambling · __UNKNOWN__km · from Strath of KildonanScrambling Grade 1
The East Ridge of Scaraben offers a straightforward scramble with some exposure, it is a great introduction to scrambling in the Scottish Highlands, the route follows the ridge line to the summit.
South Ridge RouteHiking · __UNKNOWN__km · from Strath of KildonanHiking
This route follows the South Ridge of Scaraben, it is a gentle ascent with stunning views over the surrounding landscape, suitable for experienced hikers.
North ApproachHiking · __UNKNOWN__km · from Strath of KildonanHiking
The North Approach to Scaraben is a less frequented path, it offers a quieter route to the summit with a gradual climb.
Summit today
Is it safe to climb Scaraben today?
Scaraben today (updated 16:41, 27 Oct): up to 7°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -2°C, summit wind 39 mph gusting 49 mph, 51% chance of rain. A marginal day for the hills. Best day this week: Tuesday, summit gusts 14 mph.
Scaraben weather today
Slight rain, up to 7°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -2°C, summit wind 39 mph gusting 49 mph, 51% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
Scaraben weather tomorrow
Thursday 29 October: overcast, up to 8°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 3°C, summit wind 32 mph gusting 40 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
Scaraben weather this weekend
Saturday 31 October: fog, up to 7°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -3°C, summit wind 15 mph gusting 19 mph, 31% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Sunday 1 November: clear sky, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -2°C, summit wind 17 mph gusting 21 mph, 16% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Scaraben summit forecast, next 7 days
| Day | Verdict | High/low | Feels like | Wind/gust mph | Rain or snow |
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| TodaySlight rain | Marginal | 7°/3° | -2° | 39/49 | 51% |
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| TomorrowOvercast | Marginal | 8°/6° | 3° | 32/40 | 0% |
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| Fri 30Overcast | Marginal | 9°/1° | -1° | 32/40 | 24% |
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| Sat 31Fog | Good | 7°/0° | -3° | 15/19 | 31% |
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| Sun 1Clear sky | Good | 6°/1° | -2° | 17/21 | 16% |
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| Mon 2Fog | Good | 6°/-2° | -4° | 13/16 | 2% |
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| Tue 3Fog | Good | 5°/0° | -3° | 11/14 | 2% |
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Scaraben 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 | 8°/0° | -2° | 11/14 | 8% |
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| Thu 5Fog | Good | 7°/0° | -2° | 14/17 | 6% |
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| Fri 6Fog | Good | 4°/0° | -2° | 21/26 | 12% |
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| Sat 7Light drizzle | Marginal | 6°/2° | -1° | 25/31 | 20% |
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| Sun 8Light drizzle | Good | 5°/2° | -2° | 24/30 | 17% |
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| Mon 9Moderate drizzle | Marginal | 4°/0° | -3° | 29/37 | 22% |
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Scaraben each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 626m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Scaraben 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 07:20, sunset 16:36
9h 16m of daylight. Golden hour ends 08:20 and starts 15:35. From the summit you see the sun 07:13 to 16:41.
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About Scaraben
Scaraben is 626 m (2,054 ft) high with 331 m of prominence. It is in Highland, Scotland. It is the 1372nd highest of the 1,458 summits Peakify lists in Highland. The nearest summits are East Scaraben (1.4 km), Maiden Pap (3.1 km) and Braigh na h-Eaglaise (4.7 km).
How high is Scaraben?
Scaraben is 626 metres high with 331 metres of prominence.
Where is Scaraben?
Scaraben is listed in Highland, Scotland.
Are there routes for Scaraben?
Peakify lists 3 routes for Scaraben, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details.
Is it safe to climb Scaraben 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 Scaraben tomorrow?
Thursday 29 October: overcast, up to 8°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 3°C, summit wind 32 mph gusting 40 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
What is the weather on Scaraben this weekend?
Saturday 31 October: fog, up to 7°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -3°C, summit wind 15 mph gusting 19 mph, 31% chance of rain. Rated Good. Sunday 1 November: clear sky, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -2°C, summit wind 17 mph gusting 21 mph, 16% chance of rain. Rated Good.
What weather information is shown for Scaraben?
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.
