Galtymore
Mountain Highest peak of Galtee Mountains, rugged summit
The highest summit of the Galtees, Galtymore is a popular day-hike target with stony paths and wide views over Munster; hillwalkers often tackle its ridge in fair weather.
Galtymore is the principal summit of the Galtee Mountains, located on the border between County Tipperary and County Limerick in Munster, Ireland. It is the highest peak in the Galtee range and the highest inland mountain in Ireland.
The peak has been a longstanding local landmark and part of traditional grazing and hillwalking use in the region. Modern recreational use has focused on maintaining access for walkers.
Sits on the crest of the Galtee range, forming part of the Tipperary-Limerick county boundary in south-central Ireland.
- Summit importance: The principal summit of the Galtee range and the highest inland peak in Ireland, frequently visited by walkers for its panoramic views.
How to Get to Galtymore #
Access from Glen of Aherlow car parks or via the Black Road approach; best reached by car.
Tips for Visiting Galtymore #
- Start early for a summit attempt to avoid afternoon winds.
- Use OSI (Ordnance Survey Ireland) maps for route planning; mobile signal may be variable.
- Combine Galtymore with nearby walks in the Galtee range for a full-day outing.
Best Time to Visit Galtymore #
Best climbed in late spring through early autumn; winter conditions require care.
Weather & Climate near Galtymore #
Galtymore'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 16°C. Heavy rainfall (2287 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 (264 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (200 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (204 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (164 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (179 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (237 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (234 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (261 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
