The name Sgurr Coire Choinnichean West Top comes from Scottish Gaelic: "sgurr" (sharp/rocky peak) + "coire" (corrie/mountain hollow) — roughly "sharp of the corrie".
Sgurr Coire Choinnichean West Top is a 779m (2556ft) Scottish mountain classified as a Sub-Simm, one of 741 Sub-Simms in Scotland. Check today's Sgurr Coire Choinnichean West Top 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 Lower Morar Psammite Formation — Psammite — a metamorphic rock derived from ancient sandstone. Age: Tonian Period.
Sgurr Coire Choinnichean West Top Walking Weather Forecast
Planning to walk Sgurr Coire Choinnichean West Top? Our summit weather forecast shows live conditions at 779m 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 Sgurr Coire Choinnichean West Top: 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 779m), and wind gusts (which can be significantly stronger on exposed summits than in the valley below).
Sgurr Coire Choinnichean West Top weather can change quickly at 779m. 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 Sgurr Coire Choinnichean West Top.
Frequently Asked Questions
How high is Sgurr Coire Choinnichean West Top?
Sgurr Coire Choinnichean West Top is 779 metres (2556 feet) above sea level. It is classified as a Sub-Simm in Scotland.
What is the weather like on Sgurr Coire Choinnichean West Top?
At 779m, conditions on Sgurr Coire Choinnichean West Top 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 Sgurr Coire Choinnichean West Top a difficult walk?
Sgurr Coire Choinnichean West Top at 779m 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.
When is the best time to climb Sgurr Coire Choinnichean West Top?
The best months for climbing Sgurr Coire Choinnichean West Top 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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