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The forecast for the Mourne Mountains was for overcast conditions with 40mph winds over the tops and wind chill of -11c.
The wind forecast and temperature forecast were correct but fortunately we were blessed with fairly clear sky with only a few scattered clouds.
The wind on the top of Commedagh (750m) was wild. Fortunately it was on our backs as we ascended and the last third of the climb was definitely wind assisted. Keeping your footing on the summit in that wind was another matter! Trying to predict exactly where your foot would be placed became a lottery.
Where we could find shelter from the wind it was very pleasant with even a bit of heat from the sun.
On the way back down the Trassey Track we encountered a flock of sheep being taken back up for winter grazing.
What would have made the day a classic - some snow and less wind. But it is the mountains and you take what you get and make the most of it.
Cut granite slabs and Slieve Bearnagh
Frost covered millstone
Sheep on the move
