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Sgurr na Lapaich routes: 5 ways to the top
Standard Route via Glen StrathfarrarHiking · 15km · from Monar DamModerate
This route starts from the Monar Dam and follows a path along the glen before ascending the ridge to the summit, offering stunning views of the surrounding peaks.
Standard Hiking RouteHiking · 12km · from Loch MullardochModerate
The standard route starts from the dam at Loch Mullardoch, it follows a path along the loch before ascending steeply to the summit, offering stunning views of the surrounding peaks.
West Ridge RouteHiking · 14km · from Monar DamHard
This route takes you up the less frequented West Ridge, providing a quieter ascent with panoramic views over Glen Strathfarrar.
North Ridge ScrambleScrambling · 12km · from Monar DamGrade 1 Scramble
The North Ridge offers a more challenging ascent with some scrambling required, it is suitable for experienced hikers looking for a bit of adventure.
East Ridge ClimbClimbing · 10km · from Monar DamGrade 2 Scramble
The East Ridge offers a more technical climb with some exposed sections, recommended for climbers with experience in scrambling.
Summit today
Is it safe to climb Sgurr na Lapaich today?
Sgurr na Lapaich today (updated 16:40, 27 Oct): up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -5°C, summit wind 33 mph gusting 49 mph, 100% chance of rain. A marginal day for the hills. Best day this week: Sunday, summit gusts 13 mph.
Sgurr na Lapaich weather today
Moderate rain, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -5°C, summit wind 33 mph gusting 49 mph, 100% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
Sgurr na Lapaich weather tomorrow
Thursday 29 October: mostly dry, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -1°C, summit wind 38 mph gusting 47 mph, 9% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
Sgurr na Lapaich weather this weekend
Saturday 31 October: overcast, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -5°C, summit wind 14 mph gusting 17 mph, 43% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Sunday 1 November: fog, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -5°C, summit wind 10 mph gusting 13 mph, 18% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Sgurr na Lapaich summit forecast, next 7 days
| Day | Verdict | High/low | Feels like | Wind/gust mph | Rain or snow |
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| TodayModerate rain | Marginal | 5°/1° | -5° | 33/49 | 100% |
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| TomorrowLight drizzle | Marginal | 5°/4° | -1° | 38/47 | 9% |
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| Fri 30Light drizzle | Poor | 6°/1° | -2° | 46/58 | 55% |
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| Sat 31Overcast | Good | 5°/-2° | -5° | 14/17 | 43% |
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| Sun 1Fog | Good | 5°/-2° | -5° | 10/13 | 18% |
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| Mon 2Clear sky | Good | 5°/-3° | -7° | 15/19 | 1% |
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| Tue 3Fog | Good | 3°/-2° | -5° | 18/23 | 2% |
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Sgurr na Lapaich 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 | 4°/0° | -2° | 18/22 | 4% |
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| Thu 5Fog | Good | 3°/-1° | -2° | 13/16 | 7% |
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| Fri 6Fog | Good | 2°/-2° | -5° | 13/17 | 18% |
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| Sat 7Fog | Marginal | 2°/-2° | -6° | 25/31 | 24% |
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| Sun 8Fog | Marginal | 2°/-2° | -6° | 25/31 | 24% |
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| Mon 9Light drizzle | Marginal | 0°/-3° | -6° | 32/39 | 19% |
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Sgurr na Lapaich each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 1037m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Sgurr na Lapaich 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 16:45
9h 22m of daylight. Golden hour ends 08:20 and starts 15:46. From the summit you see the sun 07:15 to 16:52.
Nearby summits
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About Sgurr na Lapaich
Sgurr na Lapaich is 1,037 m (3,403 ft) high with 110 m of prominence. It is in Highland, Scotland. It is the 96th highest of the 1,458 summits Peakify lists in Highland. The nearest summits are An Leth-chreag (2.6 km), Mullach Cadha Rainich (1.5 km) and Sron Garbh (2.2 km).
How high is Sgurr na Lapaich?
Sgurr na Lapaich is 1,037 metres high with 110 metres of prominence.
Where is Sgurr na Lapaich?
Sgurr na Lapaich is listed in Highland, Scotland.
Are there routes for Sgurr na Lapaich?
Peakify lists 5 routes for Sgurr na Lapaich, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details. The easiest is Standard Route via Glen Strathfarrar (15km, Moderate).
Is it safe to climb Sgurr na Lapaich 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 na Lapaich tomorrow?
Thursday 29 October: mostly dry, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -1°C, summit wind 38 mph gusting 47 mph, 9% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
What is the weather on Sgurr na Lapaich this weekend?
Saturday 31 October: overcast, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -5°C, summit wind 14 mph gusting 17 mph, 43% chance of rain. Rated Good. Sunday 1 November: fog, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -5°C, summit wind 10 mph gusting 13 mph, 18% chance of rain. Rated Good.
What weather information is shown for Sgurr na Lapaich?
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.
