International Dark Sky Reserve

Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) Dark Sky Reserve

Wales, United Kingdom

Best timeAug–Oct

Set inWales, United Kingdom

In season~55°F high

Climate30–61°F

CurrencyGBP

LanguageEnglish

TimezoneUTC+00:00

On the map

Map showing the location of Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) Dark Sky Reserve

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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak May–Sep. Go in Apr for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightMay · 35%

WarmestJul · 61°F

WettestOct

Best windowAug–Oct

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Welsh mountain reserve with some of Britain's darkest skies.

Best time to visit

Aim for Aug–Oct, the 3 months that line up best.

Under the stars

A certified dark-sky site — pack red-light only, check the moon phase, and give your eyes 20 minutes to adjust for the Milky Way.

Pairs well with

Westonbirt Arboretum

The Cavern Club

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) Dark Sky Reserve?

The best time to visit Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) Dark Sky Reserve is August–October, in Wales, United Kingdom.

Where is Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) Dark Sky Reserve?

Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) Dark Sky Reserve is in Wales, United Kingdom.

What is Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) Dark Sky Reserve known for?

Welsh mountain reserve with some of Britain's darkest skies.

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