Best Time to Hike West Highland Way (Drymen to Rowardennan)
Month-by-month temperatures and rainfall for West Highland Way (Drymen to Rowardennan), United Kingdom, based on 2-year climate normals.
Month-by-month weather on West Highland Way (Drymen to Rowardennan)
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C / 39°F | 0.2°C / 32°F | 136 mm | 15 |
| February | 5.6°C / 42°F | 1.5°C / 35°F | 180 mm | 18 |
| March | 8.2°C / 47°F | 2.1°C / 36°F | 127 mm | 18 |
| April | 11°C / 52°F | 3.4°C / 38°F | 135 mm | 15 |
| May | 16°C / 61°F | 7.6°C / 46°F | 117 mm | 14 |
| June | 14.5°C / 58°F | 8.4°C / 47°F | 129 mm | 20 |
| July | 16.7°C / 62°F | 10.5°C / 51°F | 112 mm | 18 |
| August | 16.3°C / 61°F | 10.8°C / 51°F | 241 mm | 22 |
| September | 13.8°C / 57°F | 7.9°C / 46°F | 113 mm | 16 |
| October | 11°C / 52°F | 6.7°C / 44°F | 181 mm | 18 |
| November | 7.3°C / 45°F | 3.2°C / 38°F | 175 mm | 18 |
| December | 6.3°C / 43°F | 2.7°C / 37°F | 252 mm | 21 |
Highlighted rows are the recommended hiking window. Climate normals via Open-Meteo (2-year average). Mountain weather varies — always check a live forecast before you set off.
The best months to hike West Highland Way (Drymen to Rowardennan) are May, July, September. Expect daytime highs around 16°C (61°F) and nights near 9°C (48°F).
Pack flexible layers and a reliable rain shell — conditions can shift quickly in the mountains.
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