Craig Leek is a 635m (2083ft) Scottish mountain classified as a Munro Top, one of 1806 Munro Tops in Scotland. Check today's Craig Leek summit weather including wind speed, temperature, rain risk and cloud cover before heading out. Mountain weather in Scotland can change quickly at this altitude.
Geology: The bedrock here is North Britain Siluro — Devonian calc-alkaline dyke suite-lamprophyre — a dark igneous rock that intruded as narrow dykes. Age: Silurian Period.
Planning to walk Craig Leek? Our summit weather forecast shows live conditions at 635m including wind speed, wind chill, temperature, freezing level, cloud base and rain risk. The forecast updates hourly using data from 7 weather models blended into the HILLANDGLEN ensemble — accuracy-weighted so the best-performing models have the most influence.
Key conditions to check before climbing Craig Leek: wind chill (the real temperature you'll feel on exposed ridges), freezing level (whether ice and snow are likely on the summit), cloud base (whether you'll have visibility at 635m), and wind gusts (which can be significantly stronger on exposed summits than in the valley below).
Craig Leek weather can change quickly at 635m. Valley conditions often differ from the summit — our forecast applies lapse rate adjustments to give you the actual temperature and wind at the top, not the nearest town. Check the 14-day outlook to find the best day to walk Craig Leek.
Frequently Asked Questions
How high is Craig Leek?
Craig Leek is 635 metres (2083 feet) above sea level. It is classified as a Munro Top in Scotland.
What is the weather like on Craig Leek?
At 635m, conditions on Craig Leek are noticeably different from the valley floor. Expect temperatures 4-6°C colder at the summit, stronger winds on exposed sections, and cloud that can sit on the tops. Check the live summit forecast on hillandglen.com for wind chill, rain risk and visibility before your walk.
Is Craig Leek a difficult walk?
Craig Leek at 635m is a hill walk requiring reasonable fitness. The main challenges are weather-related: wind, rain and poor visibility can make navigation harder. Check the summit forecast before setting out and carry waterproofs, warm layers and a map.
What is a Munro Top?
A Munro Top is a summit over 3,000 feet in Scotland that is not considered sufficiently separate to be a Munro in its own right. There are over 1,800 Munro Tops. Many are visited as part of ridge traverses between Munros.
When is the best time to climb Craig Leek?
The best months for climbing Craig Leek are typically May to September, when days are longest and weather is generally drier. June often has the best combination of long daylight hours and settled weather, with midges at their worst in July-August. Autumn can also be excellent with clearer skies and golden light.
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