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Photo: Nant y Moch dam Dec 31 2004.JPG via Wikidata Q6964263 License

Nant-y-Moch Reservoir

Reservoir

Cool today

Nant-y-moch Reservoir () is situated in the Cambrian Mountains in northern Ceredigion, Wales, near Pumlumon. The reservoir which flooded a part of the valley of the River Rheidol and its headwaters derives its name from a stream, the Nant-y-moch (in English = the pigs stream,), which formerly flowed into the River Rheidol at this spot. The dam is about three miles north of the village of Ponterwyd.

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Weather at Nant-y-Moch Reservoir

H: 65° L: 49°
Sunny
Sunny
59°
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Feels like 55°
Precipitation
7%
Humidity
65%
Wind
6 mph
UV Index
0.3
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Clear
51°
3 AM
Clear
50°
6 AM
Clear
49°
9 AM
Sunny
56°
12 PM
Sunny
63°
3 PM
Sunny
65°
6 PM
Sunny
61°
9 PM
Clear
55°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Nant-y-Moch Reservoir?
Nant-y-Moch Reservoir is a reservoir in Wales.
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There is no fixed answer for Nant-y-Moch Reservoir: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Nant-y-Moch Reservoir in Wales. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.

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Wales

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