Weather
COLD
The climate in this region is highly seasonal, with the average high/low temperatures ranging from 19°C/11°C in July to 9°C/3°C in November (the months the study ran the programme), with a high likelihood of rain and very occasional snow. While weather did not appear to be a barrier to either recruiting or retaining participants in this study, several participants noted that they believed the weather could be a barrier to walk attendance during the winter. Some participants identified potential weather-related barriers, such as slippery surfaces and cold damp weather adversely affecting their medical condition. Some participants reported that their own walking might be reduced during the winter months due to the shorter days and the bad weather.