The name Cruinn a' Bheinn comes from Scottish Gaelic: "cruinn" (round) + "bheinn" (mountain) — roughly "round mountain".
Cruinn a' Bheinn is a 633m (2075ft) Scottish mountain classified as a Graham, one of 231 Grahams in Scotland. Check today's Cruinn a' Bheinn 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 Central Scotland Late Carboniferous Tholeiitic Dyke Swarm — Quartz-microgabbro — a dark, coarse-grained igneous rock formed deep in the Earth's crust. Age: Late Mississippian Epoch.
Planning to walk Cruinn a' Bheinn? Our summit weather forecast shows live conditions at 633m 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 Cruinn a' Bheinn: 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 633m), and wind gusts (which can be significantly stronger on exposed summits than in the valley below).
Cruinn a' Bheinn weather can change quickly at 633m. 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 Cruinn a' Bheinn.
Frequently Asked Questions
How high is Cruinn a' Bheinn?
Cruinn a' Bheinn is 633 metres (2075 feet) above sea level. It is classified as a Graham in Scotland.
What is the weather like on Cruinn a' Bheinn?
At 633m, conditions on Cruinn a' Bheinn 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 Cruinn a' Bheinn a difficult walk?
Cruinn a' Bheinn at 633m 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 Graham?
A Graham is a Scottish mountain between 2,000 and 2,499 feet (610-762 metres) with a prominence of at least 150 metres. There are 231 Grahams. Named after Fiona Torbet (née Graham), they are popular with hillwalkers who have completed the Munros and Corbetts.
When is the best time to climb Cruinn a' Bheinn?
The best months for climbing Cruinn a' Bheinn 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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