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Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg routes: 4 ways to the top
South Glen Shiel Ridge RouteHiking · 16km · from Cluanie InnModerate
This route follows the South Glen Shiel Ridge, a classic ridge walk that includes Sgurr a Bhealaich Dheirg, offering stunning views and a challenging hike.
East Ridge ApproachHiking · 12km · 1,000 m ascent · ~4h 5m · from Cluanie InnModerate
The East Ridge Approach offers a less traveled path with a mix of hiking and easy scrambling, ideal for those seeking solitude.
West Ridge TraverseHiking · 15km · from Cluanie InnModerate
This traverse takes you across the west ridge, combining sections of ridge walking and scrambling, known for its panoramic views.
North Ridge ScrambleScrambling · 14km · from Cluanie InnGrade 1 Scramble
This route involves a scramble up the north ridge of Sgurr a Bhealaich Dheirg, providing an adventurous ascent with some exposure.
Summit today
Is it safe to climb Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg today?
Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg today (updated 20:25, 27 Oct): up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -3°C, summit wind 42 mph gusting 52 mph, 100% chance of rain. A poor day for the hills. Best day this week: Sunday, summit gusts 13 mph.
Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg weather today
Moderate rain, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -3°C, summit wind 42 mph gusting 52 mph, 100% chance of rain. Rated Poor.
Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg weather tomorrow
Thursday 29 October: mostly dry, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -1°C, summit wind 37 mph gusting 46 mph, 6% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg weather this weekend
Saturday 31 October: fog, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -6°C, summit wind 12 mph gusting 16 mph, 45% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Sunday 1 November: mainly clear, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -8°C, summit wind 10 mph gusting 13 mph, 16% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg summit forecast, next 7 days
| Day | Verdict | High/low | Feels like | Wind/gust mph | Rain or snow |
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| TodayModerate rain | Poor | 5°/1° | -3° | 42/52 | 100% |
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| TomorrowLight drizzle | Marginal | 6°/4° | -1° | 37/46 | 6% |
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| Fri 30Moderate drizzle | Poor | 6°/2° | -2° | 45/56 | 59% |
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| Sat 31Fog | Good | 5°/-3° | -6° | 12/16 | 45% |
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| Sun 1Mainly clear | Marginal | 5°/-4° | -8° | 10/13 | 16% |
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| Mon 2Mainly clear | Marginal | 4°/-6° | -9° | 17/21 | 2% |
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| Tue 3Fog | Good | 2°/-2° | -5° | 19/24 | 2% |
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Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg 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 4Light drizzle | Good | 3°/-1° | -3° | 18/22 | 6% |
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| Thu 5Fog | Good | 3°/-2° | -4° | 14/18 | 8% |
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| Fri 6Overcast | Good | 1°/-3° | -6° | 11/13 | 22% |
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| Sat 7Fog | Marginal | 0°/-4° | -7° | 27/34 | 25% |
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| Sun 8Light drizzle | Marginal | 1°/-3° | -6° | 27/34 | 25% |
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| Mon 9Fog | Marginal | 2°/-2° | -5° | 32/40 | 27% |
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 1036m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg 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 16:46
9h 23m of daylight. Golden hour ends 08:21 and starts 15:47. From the summit you see the sun 07:15 to 16:53.
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About Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg
Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg is 1,036 m (3,399 ft) high with 311 m of prominence. It is in Highland, Scotland. It is the 97th highest of the 1,458 summits Peakify lists in Highland. The nearest summits are Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg West Top (1.0 km), Aonach Meadhoin (1.5 km) and Meall a' Charra (2.2 km).
How high is Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg?
Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg is 1,036 metres high with 311 metres of prominence.
Where is Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg?
Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg is listed in Highland, Scotland.
Are there routes for Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg?
Peakify lists 4 routes for Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details. The easiest is South Glen Shiel Ridge Route (16km, Moderate).
Is it safe to climb Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg 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 Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg tomorrow?
Thursday 29 October: mostly dry, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -1°C, summit wind 37 mph gusting 46 mph, 6% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
What is the weather on Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg this weekend?
Saturday 31 October: fog, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -6°C, summit wind 12 mph gusting 16 mph, 45% chance of rain. Rated Good. Sunday 1 November: mainly clear, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -8°C, summit wind 10 mph gusting 13 mph, 16% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
What weather information is shown for Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg?
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.
