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When to climb at The Scalp
The best months for bouldering at The Scalp are February, May to June and November: the coolest, driest spell of the year, when the rock has the best friction. On average March to April, July and September to October 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 | 19 of 31 | 8° / 4° | 89 mm | Good |
| February | 16 of 28 | 9° / 5° | 70 mm | Best |
| March | 14 of 31 | 10° / 5° | 122 mm | Wet |
| April | 13 of 30 | 12° / 6° | 132 mm | Wet |
| May | 19 of 31 | 15° / 9° | 57 mm | Best |
| June | 17 of 30 | 18° / 12° | 83 mm | Best |
| July | 13 of 31 | 18° / 13° | 119 mm | Wet |
| August | 15 of 31 | 19° / 13° | 105 mm | Good |
| September | 13 of 30 | 16° / 11° | 130 mm | Wet |
| October | 14 of 31 | 14° / 9° | 125 mm | Wet |
| November | 14 of 30 | 11° / 6° | 111 mm | Best |
| December | 16 of 31 | 10° / 6° | 111 mm | Good |
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When is the best time to boulder at The Scalp?
The best months for bouldering at The Scalp are February, May to June and November: the coolest, driest spell of the year, when the rock has the best friction. On average March to April, July and September to October too wet.
What's the weather like at The Scalp in February?
Highs around 9 °C and lows around 5 °C, with about 12 days of 1 mm of rain or more and 70 mm in all, averaged over 2023 to 2025.
Which month is wettest at The Scalp?
July, with about 18 rainy days and 119 mm on average. Most rock dries within a day after a shower, but cracks and pockets can seep for longer.