Galtee Mountains
Mountains Range of sandstone hills, popular hiking destination
A range of hills in Munster, the Galtee Mountains offer marked trails, peatland and grassy ridges; walkers come for day hikes and panoramic countryside views.
The Galtee Mountains are a compact mountain range in Ireland’s Munster province, straddling County Tipperary and County Limerick. The range is the highest inland mountain group in Ireland.
The Galtees have long been used for grazing and local rural activities; they are commonly referenced in Irish topography and local culture. Over time the range has become a recreational area for hillwalking and nature observation.
The range runs roughly north-south on the border between counties Tipperary and Limerick in south-central Ireland, within the province of Munster.
- Range status: Forms a compact north-south ridge that straddles County Tipperary and County Limerick and is the highest inland mountain range in Ireland.
What to See #
- Galtymore: The highest summit of the range, offering the main walking routes and panoramic views across Munster.
How to Get to Galtee Mountains #
Drive from Mitchelstown or Cahir to car parks at the Glen of Aherlow or from the east via the Black Road. Local roads access trailheads; public transport to remote trailheads is limited.
Tips for Visiting Galtee Mountains #
- Use local mountain guides for ridge walks - weather can change quickly and some tracks are rough.
- Park at the Glen of Aherlow or use the Black Road approach for Galtymore ascents.
- Bring layers and expect strong winds near the summit.
Best Time to Visit Galtee Mountains #
Late spring through early autumn offers the best combination of conditions and daylight for ridge hikes.
Weather & Climate near Galtee Mountains #
Galtee Mountains's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 17°C. Heavy rainfall (2081 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (241 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (217 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (215 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (238 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
