Weather forecast for the West Highland Way in June

June on the West Highland Way features a mix of sun, clouds, and rain. Daytime highs fluctuate from the low teens to mid-twenties Celsius, while night temperatures can drop to single digits. Rainfall varies across the route, with some days experiencing no rain and others up to 20 mm. The weather is quite changeable, with sunny spells and heavy rain showers often occurring on the same day. This variability makes for an unpredictable yet dynamic hiking experience.

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Start date
Jun 1
Start town
Milngavie
End date
Jun 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
14°C
Average low
6°C
Average precipitation
3.7 mm/day

On the first few days, places like Milngavie see highs up to 24°C and lows around 10°C, with varying cloud cover and occasional rain showers. Initial rainfall is sporadic, with dry spells punctuated by light rain. In Drymen, conditions show occasional heavy rain, with temperatures dropping slightly at night.

As the route progresses, in Rowardennan, the weather continues its dance between sunny and cloudy skies. Precipitation remains a recurring theme, with brief heavy showers interrupting longer dry periods. Temperatures remain mild, with highs peaking near 18°C.

Further along, Inverarnan and Tyndrum experience a balance of cloud cover and sunshine, with highs reaching the low twenties. Rainfall is heavier here, particularly during the evenings, with up to 17 mm recorded on peak days.

At Inveroran and Kingshouse, expect more sustained rainfall, interspersed with dry and overcast phases. Highs here hover around 20°C, while rain showers dominate the evenings.

Approaching Kinlochleven and finally Fort William, the pattern of cloud and occasional sun persists, though rainfall moderates somewhat. Temperatures in Fort William climb higher occasionally, nearing 22°C, but rain can still reach over 10 mm, particularly during midday to afternoon periods.

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