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Yr Arddu routes: 4 ways to the top
South Ridge Route__UNKNOWN__kmHiking
A scenic route that takes you along the south ridge of Yr Arddu, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, suitable for hikers with moderate experience
East Face Scramble__UNKNOWN__kmGrade 1 Scramble
A challenging scramble up the east face, requiring careful navigation and a head for heights, recommended for experienced scramblers
West Approach__UNKNOWN__kmHiking
A less frequented path that approaches Yr Arddu from the west, providing a quieter experience with stunning views
Northern Circuit__UNKNOWN__kmHiking
A full circuit around the northern slopes of Yr Arddu, offering a comprehensive exploration of the area, suitable for a full day hike
Summit today
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Yr Arddu each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 589m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Yr Arddu 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 07:06, sunset 16:53
9h 47m of daylight. Golden hour ends 07:56 and starts 16:01. From the summit you see the sun 07:01 to 16:57.
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About Yr Arddu
Yr Arddu is 589 m (1,932 ft) high with 39 m of prominence. It is in Snowdonia, Wales. OS grid reference SH673507. It is the 141st highest of the 152 summits Peakify lists in Snowdonia. The nearest summits are Moel Meirch (1.3 km), Ysgafell Wen Far North Top (2.2 km) and Ysgafell Wen North Top (2.4 km).
How high is Yr Arddu?
Yr Arddu is 589 metres high with 39 metres of prominence.
Where is Yr Arddu?
Yr Arddu is listed in Snowdonia, Wales.
Are there routes for Yr Arddu?
Peakify lists 4 routes for Yr Arddu, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details.
Is it safe to climb Yr Arddu 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 weather information is shown for Yr Arddu?
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.
