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Sgurr Choinnich routes: 6 ways to the top
South Ridge RouteHiking · 10km · from StrathcarronModerate
This route begins at Strathcarron and follows the south ridge to the summit, providing a challenging hike with rewarding views.
West Ridge RouteScrambling · 8km · from AttadaleGrade 1
The West Ridge Route is a classic Grade 1 scramble, starting from Attadale and following the ridge to the summit, offering stunning views of the surrounding peaks.
Strathcarron ApproachHiking · 14km · from StrathcarronHiking
This is a popular hiking route starting from Strathcarron, it involves a long walk-in through the scenic valley before ascending the mountain, offering a rewarding experience
East Ridge RouteScrambling · 10km · from AchnashellachGrade 2
The east ridge provides a more challenging scramble with some exposed sections, recommended for experienced scramblers, it offers spectacular views of the Torridon mountains
Coire Lair CircuitHiking · 16km · from AchnashellachHiking
This circuit takes you through Coire Lair, offering a full day out with varied terrain and excellent views, it is a strenuous hike suitable for fit walkers
North Face ClimbClimbing · 7km · from GlenuigGrade 3
The North Face Climb is a demanding Grade 3 climb, suitable for experienced climbers, with steep sections and exposure.
Summit today
Is it safe to climb Sgurr Choinnich today?
Sgurr Choinnich today (updated 15:14, 28 Oct): up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -3°C, summit wind 43 mph gusting 54 mph, 100% chance of rain. A poor day for the hills. Best day this week: Saturday, summit gusts 15 mph.
Sgurr Choinnich weather today
Moderate rain, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -3°C, summit wind 43 mph gusting 54 mph, 100% chance of rain. Rated Poor.
Sgurr Choinnich weather tomorrow
Thursday 29 October: mostly dry, up to 8°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 1°C, summit wind 37 mph gusting 46 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
Sgurr Choinnich weather this weekend
Saturday 31 October: light drizzle, up to 7°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -3°C, summit wind 12 mph gusting 15 mph, 31% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Sunday 1 November: mostly dry, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -4°C, summit wind 13 mph gusting 16 mph, 4% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Sgurr Choinnich summit forecast, next 7 days
| Day | Verdict | High/low | Feels like | Wind/gust mph | Rain or snow |
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| TodayModerate rain | Poor | 6°/3° | -3° | 43/54 | 100% |
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| TomorrowLight drizzle | Marginal | 8°/6° | 1° | 37/46 | 0% |
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| Fri 30Moderate drizzle | Marginal | 8°/7° | 1° | 34/43 | 16% |
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| Sat 31Light drizzle | Good | 7°/0° | -3° | 12/15 | 31% |
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| Sun 1Light drizzle | Good | 5°/-1° | -4° | 13/16 | 4% |
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| Mon 2Fog | Good | 5°/1° | -2° | 13/16 | 0% |
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| Tue 3Light drizzle | Good | 4°/2° | -1° | 16/20 | 0% |
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Sgurr Choinnich 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 4Light drizzle | Good | 4°/-1° | -3° | 11/14 | 2% |
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| Thu 5Fog | Good | 2°/-3° | -6° | 11/14 | 2% |
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| Fri 6Fog | Good | 3°/-2° | -5° | 12/15 | 7% |
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| Sat 7Fog | Good | 3°/-2° | -5° | 13/16 | 14% |
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| Sun 8Light drizzle | Good | 3°/-2° | -4° | 23/28 | 41% |
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| Mon 9Moderate drizzle | Marginal | 8°/3° | 0° | 30/38 | 37% |
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| Tue 10Slight rain | Marginal | 8°/3° | 1° | 34/43 | 31% |
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Sgurr Choinnich each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 749m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Sgurr Choinnich 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 07:22, sunset 16:46
9h 24m of daylight. Golden hour ends 08:19 and starts 15:47. From the summit you see the sun 07:15 to 16:52.
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About Sgurr Choinnich
Sgurr Choinnich is 749 m (2,457 ft) high with 277 m of prominence. It is in Highland, Scotland. It is the 882nd highest of the 1,458 summits Peakify lists in Highland. The nearest summits are Beinn Chraoibh (2.8 km), Geal Charn (2.9 km) and Meall Lochan nan Dubh Lochan (3.8 km).
How high is Sgurr Choinnich?
Sgurr Choinnich is 749 metres high with 277 metres of prominence.
Where is Sgurr Choinnich?
Sgurr Choinnich is listed in Highland, Scotland.
Are there routes for Sgurr Choinnich?
Peakify lists 6 routes for Sgurr Choinnich, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details. The easiest is South Ridge Route (10km, Moderate).
Is it safe to climb Sgurr Choinnich 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 Choinnich tomorrow?
Thursday 29 October: mostly dry, up to 8°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 1°C, summit wind 37 mph gusting 46 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
What is the weather on Sgurr Choinnich this weekend?
Saturday 31 October: light drizzle, up to 7°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -3°C, summit wind 12 mph gusting 15 mph, 31% chance of rain. Rated Good. Sunday 1 November: mostly dry, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -4°C, summit wind 13 mph gusting 16 mph, 4% chance of rain. Rated Good.
What weather information is shown for Sgurr Choinnich?
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.
