Crags

Berryhill has had a persistently wet period with 50mm over the last 28 days and repeated light-to-moderate rain events through early June, with the most recent significant rainfall on June 11 (6.4mm) followed by only 4 fully dry days before today's light rain resets the drying clock. Although the south aspect and moderate wind exposure are favourable, the cumulative moisture loading and high ambient humidity (77% average over the last week) mean the rock is very likely still holding internal moisture — do not climb today.

Despite gabbro's non-porous nature and fast drying, today's 100% humidity, active rainfall from mid-afternoon, and saturated conditions from recent days mean the rock will be wet and slippery. The coming week offers no meaningful dry window, with rain forecast every day through June 20th.

Angel Bay has seen frequent rain over the past two weeks (42.5mm in 28 days) with today bringing further showers from late afternoon, and humidity is high (83% daily average). The north-facing aspect and sheltered position mean drying is slow, and limestone will be greasy in these conditions — we recommend waiting for a more settled spell.

Despite the cave roof keeping direct rain off the rock, persistently high humidity (averaging 76% over the past week, with 84% today and rising to 90%+ this evening) will make the limestone very greasy. There is a narrow window mid-afternoon today where humidity dips to the mid-60s, but conditions are generally poor and deteriorating through the forecast period.

Crag Lough has been subjected to a prolonged wet spell with over 80mm in the last 28 days and light rain again today; although dolerite doesn't absorb water, the north-facing aspect, near-saturated humidity (92%), and persistent cloud cover mean surfaces are likely still damp and slippery. A brief drier window this afternoon may allow some surface drying, but conditions remain marginal and the forecast shows continued unsettled weather.