Ox MountainsOx Mountains at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Ox Mountains
Visit late spring through early autumn for the best hiking conditions and accessibility.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 12-18°C (54-64°F)
Cool but pleasant for hiking; days are long in the north-west of Ireland.
Late Spring/Early Autumn
May & Sep · 8-15°C (46-59°F)
Fewer midges and good walking weather; storms are less likely than in winter.
Weather & Climate near Ox Mountains
Climate
Ox Mountains's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1329 mm/year), wettest in December.
Air Quality:
AQI 25
Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 7° | 5° | 141 mm | overcast | 93% | 6.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
| February | Poor | 2° - 7° | 0° | 97 mm | overcast | 92% | 6.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.5h |
| March | Poor | 3° - 9° | 2° | 116 mm | overcast | 90% | 6.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 75 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.9h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 7° | 86 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.8h |
| June | Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 81 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.9h |
| July | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 77 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.4h |
| August | Acceptable | 10° - 17° | 14° | 100 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.8 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 14.7h |
| September | Acceptable | 8° - 15° | 12° | 116 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Poor | 6° - 12° | 6° | 143 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Poor | 4° - 9° | 3° | 148 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 8° | 1° | 149 mm | overcast | 94% | 6.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Ox Mountains
The Ox Mountains are accessible by regional roads from Sligo town; driving from Sligo takes roughly 30-60 minutes depending on the chosen trailhead. Local buses serve larger towns; access to specific peaks usually requires a car.
Tips for Visiting Ox Mountains
- Use the R292 and local roads as a scenic drive along the Ox Mountains with frequent pullouts for photography.
- Hiking routes are unevenly marked; bring a local map and ask at village pubs for trail conditions.
- Avoid boggy sections after heavy rain; the mountains can hide wet ground under apparently walkable grass.