Weather forecast for the West Highland Way in December

In December, the West Highland Way experiences a variety of weather conditions. The temperatures fluctuate considerably, often dipping below freezing, with highs ranging from -7°C to 12°C. Precipitation is frequent, with considerable rain and some snow, especially heavy in isolated instances. Cloudy skies and overcast conditions are predominant, while sunshine appears sporadically. Notably, heavy rain and snow showers can occur, contributing to significant daily precipitation levels.

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Start date
Dec 1
Start town
Milngavie
End date
Dec 8
End town
Fort William
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
8
Total distance
153 km
Daily distance
19.1 km
Average high
4°C
Average low
-1°C
Average precipitation
5.8 mm/day

The weather along the West Highland Way in December is characterized by fluctuating temperatures and frequent precipitation. Starting with the first few days, locations like Milngavie and Drymen face moderate rain interspersed with periods of sunshine. Temperatures here range from lows of -6°C to highs of around 12°C, with precipitation peaking on certain days.

Midway through the journey, locations such as Rowardennan experience a mix of moderate snow and heavy rain. The temperature remains cold, with highs only occasionally reaching up to 10°C. Freezing rain events add to the generally chilly and wet conditions.

Towards the route's end by Fort William, heavy rain showers become more frequent, and snow is notable, especially in areas like Inveroran and Kingshouse. High temperatures climb slightly but remain cool, occasionally reaching up to 11°C. Despite some days without precipitation, overall, the month remains wet with an emphasis on rainy periods extending across most of the route.

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