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By Julie Brominicks\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Monday, 05 December 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Snowdon, or Yr Wyddfa in Welsh, is the highest mountain in Wales and England. It is also one of the most visited landmarks in Snowdonia<\/a>, not only for its mountain status but so too for its spectacular views of Anglesey<\/a>, the Llyn Peninsular and the neighbouring Snowdonia peaks.<\/p>\n

There are six paths that lead to the 1,085-metre summit of Snowdon, each with its own special character, from the gentle yet still arduous Llanberis Path to the more taxing and exciting Pyg Track, Miners\u2019 Track, Watkin Path, Rhyd-Ddu Path and Snowdon Ranger Path.<\/p>\n

In this guide, we take a closer look at what it takes to reach the top of Snowdon. What kind of weather might you encounter? Can beginners climb Snowdon? How long does it take and how difficult is it to climb? What should you take with you? And where are the best places to stay in the area?<\/p>\n

Find out more about Snowdonia<\/h4>\n
Experience the landscapes, best walks and beautiful cosy villages of Snowdonia with our national park guide.<\/p>\n
Snowdonia guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>
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Where is Snowdon?<\/h2>\n
Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) is a mountain in the north-west corner of Snowdonia National Park<\/a> in north-west Wales. The peak is the highest summit in the Snowdon Massif, which also includes Y Lliwedd, Garnedd Ugain and Crib Goch.<\/p>\n
Snowdon weather<\/h2>\n
Snowdon summers are generally cool and cloudy and the winters are cold, wet and windy, often with snow lying on the upper slopes of the mountain. Temperatures typically range from 1\u00b0C to 17\u00b0C, though they can fall below freezing or above 20\u00b0C.<\/p>\n
An annual average rainfall of more than 5,100mm (200in) a year makes\u00a0Snowdon\u00a0one of the wettest places in Britain.<\/p>\n
July to late August typically offer the fairest weather for walkers, though it is in these periods that the mountain receives its highest footfall, so don\u2019t expect to have the summit to yourself.<\/p>\n
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