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When to climb at Castle Hill
The best months for bouldering at Castle Hill are May, July, September and November: the coolest, driest spell of the year, when the rock has the best friction. On average October and December to January too wet.
Can you climb there today?Today's answer, hour by hour, and the week ahead.Month by month
| Month | Dry days | High / low | Rain | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14 of 31 | 19° / 9° | 115 mm | Wet |
| February | 16 of 28 | 19° / 10° | 89 mm | Good |
| March | 17 of 31 | 17° / 7° | 123 mm | Good |
| April | 17 of 30 | 15° / 6° | 156 mm | Good |
| May | 18 of 31 | 11° / 3° | 98 mm | Best |
| June | 18 of 30 | 8° / 1° | 121 mm | Good |
| July | 21 of 31 | 8° / 1° | 108 mm | Best |
| August | 19 of 31 | 7° / -1° | 128 mm | Good |
| September | 15 of 30 | 10° / 2° | 176 mm | Best |
| October | 14 of 31 | 12° / 4° | 248 mm | Wet |
| November | 16 of 30 | 16° / 6° | 108 mm | Best |
| December | 12 of 31 | 18° / 8° | 159 mm | Wet |
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When is the best time to boulder at Castle Hill?
The best months for bouldering at Castle Hill are May, July, September and November: the coolest, driest spell of the year, when the rock has the best friction. On average October and December to January too wet.
What's the weather like at Castle Hill in May?
Highs around 11 °C and lows around 3 °C, with about 13 days of 1 mm of rain or more and 98 mm in all, averaged over 2023 to 2025.
Which month is wettest at Castle Hill?
December, with about 19 rainy days and 159 mm on average. Most rock dries within a day after a shower, but cracks and pockets can seep for longer.