Scottish weather is totally unpredictable. Because we are close to the sea, a large continent, the arctic and the warm air from the gulf stream, there are many conflicting influences.
Weather patterns change immensely in time periods of a few hours.
It can also be very dangerous. We have often have a combination of strong winds with rain snow and hail. This means that temperatures which would be completely unthreatening in other conditions lead to hypothermia. End of dire warnings. Understanding the climate in Scotland is crucial to enjoying visits to the hills.