Fort William lies at the foot of Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain, surrounded by beautiful, rugged countryside. As the "Outdoor Capital" of the U.K., Fort William and the surrounding district of Lochaber offer a wealth of outdoor pursuits including climbing, hill-walking, skiing, snowboarding and kayaking. It is also an ideal place to stay from which to explore the region on foot, lying at the northern limit of the West Highland Way, and the South-Western limit of the Great Glen Way. There is abundant wildlife in the area, and fascinating geological sites, such as the Glencoe caldera and the local village of Strontian which gave its name to the element strontium. The Great Glen Fault is still active - (but not too so!) - with Fort William experiencing a mild quake on December 10th 2005.

The weather in and around Fort William is heavily influenced by the proximity of the sea and the surrounding terrain, and is often the topic of conversation for both locals and visitors alike. It is not uncommon to experience four seasons in a day! So whether local, a visitor or an expatriate, it is hoped that the data on this site will provide a "taste" of what the weather here has been up to.

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N.B. - This is an amateur weather station. The information given on this site is for general interest only. If venturing onto the hills, always obtain an up to date forecast - (available here). Ensure you have the correct clothing & equipment, & always inform somebody of your intended route.

Weather data is recorded by a 'Davis VantagePro 2' Automated Weather Station, uploaded and displayed using 'Weather Display' software.

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