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 at a Glance#
About Galtymore#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 6° | -2° | 264 mm | overcast | 95% | 7.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| February | Poor | 1° - 6° | -2° | 200 mm | overcast | 93% | 7.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| March | Poor | 1° - 7° | -1° | 204 mm | overcast | 91% | 7.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | 2° - 9° | 1° | 139 mm | overcast | 87% | 6.1 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Poor | 5° - 12° | 5° | 146 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.5h |
| June | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 130 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.5h |
| July | Acceptable | 9° - 16° | 13° | 129 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.0h |
| August | Acceptable | 9° - 16° | 13° | 164 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.1 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 14.5h |
| September | Poor | 7° - 14° | 10° | 179 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Poor | 5° - 10° | 4° | 237 mm | overcast | 92% | 6.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Poor | 2° - 8° | 0° | 234 mm | overcast | 95% | 6.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 6° | -1° | 261 mm | overcast | 95% | 7.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.5h |
