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Balbriggan, Ireland
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Balbriggan is a small city in Leinster, Ireland with a population of 21,722. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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About Balbriggan
Balbriggan is a coastal town in Fingal, in the northern part of County Dublin, Ireland. It is approximately 34 km north of the city of Dublin, for which it is a commuter town. The 2022 census population was 24,322 for Balbriggan, making it the 17th-largest urban area in Ireland. The town formerly had an active textile industry, and was the site of a major episode in the Irish War of Independence.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,722 |
| Population Density | 87 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.6085°, -6.1831° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Leinster |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.7 inches (1,058 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.6 inches (9 cm) |
About Balbriggan
Balbriggan is a small city in Ireland (Leinster) with a population of 21,722. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Climate in Balbriggan
Balbriggan has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (15.4°C), the coldest is Jan (5.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 772 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 225 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 250.0 sq mi (647.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 87/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.6085°N, 6.1831°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
Balbriggan has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.5") and April the driest (2.2").
Schools in Balbriggan
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Theresa's | — | — | — | — |
| Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan | — | — | — | — |
| Balbriggan Educate Together National School | — | — | — | — |
| Balbriggan Community College | — | — | — | — |
| St. George's National School | — | — | — | — |
| Bremore Educate Together Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Peter and Paul's National School | — | — | — | — |
| Scoil Chormaic Community National School | — | — | — | — |
| Coláiste Ghlór na Mara | — | — | — | — |
| St. Molaga's National School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Balbriggan
67 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newstalk | — | AAC+ 25 kbps | |
| RTÉ lyric fm | classical | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Dublin's FM104 | pop | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Sunshine 106.8 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 8Radio | alternative, indie rock | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Classic Hits 80s | 80's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Cork's RedFM | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Today FM | alternative, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Raidió na Gaeltachta | irish language, mixed | AAC 128 kbps | |
| RTÉ 2FM | music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| RTÉ Radio 1 | news, sport | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Dublin's Q102 80s | 1980s, 80s | AAC 48 kbps | |
| The 90s Network | 90’s, dance | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Off The Ball | ireland, sport | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Dublin Digital Radio | alternative, art | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Onic 80s | 80s | AAC 127 kbps | |
| RTÉ Gold | classic hits | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Beat 102-103 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Newstalk Ireland AAC | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Club FM Dublin | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Onic Rock | classic rock, rock | AAC 128 kbps | |
| East Coast FM | irish, local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LMFM Country | — | AAC 127 kbps | |
| RetroNow | 90s, club | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RTÉ jr | children, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Spin1038 | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Phever Dublin | dance, house | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Freedom FM | 00s, 2000s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ignoreradio Shoegaze | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Onic Movies | movie scores, movie soundtracks | AAC 128 kbps | |
| NEAR FM | community radio, local radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Ceol FM | irish music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Classic Hits 104.1 (US) | hits pop, rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| DDM RADIO IRELAND | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Onic Country | country | AAC 128 kbps | |
| TrancePulse Dublin | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio Nova 100 | easy listening, irish | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Gem Radio Gold | ad free, classics | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Today FM 90s | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Total Country Inchicore | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RTÉ jr & RTÉ Chill | children, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| St. Ita's Hospital Radio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Christmas FM | christmas, holiday | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Today FM 80s | pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 2xM | alternative, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Dublin's 98FM | pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Onic Kids | kids | AAC 128 kbps | |
| St. Itas Hospital Radio | info, various music | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Gem New Wave Radio | ad free, classics | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 98FM Throwback | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Onic Hits | hits | AAC 127 kbps | |
| Heartbeat FM | ad free, easy listening | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Onic Pride Vibes | pride, pride radio | AAC 127 kbps | |
| Onic RnB | rap hiphop rnb, rnb | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Eden Fm 107.5 (GB) | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| RTÉ 2xM | music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Onic Alternative | alternative | AAC 127 kbps | |
| Onic Classical | classical | AAC 127 kbps | |
| Free FM Ireland | #free, #freefm | MP3 320 kbps | |
| RTÉ Pulse | electronic, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| RTÉ Radio 1 Extra | speech, talk | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Gem Radio New Wave | 70's, 80's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| PlanetRadioie | 1960s and 1970s, 1980s hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Onic Gold | gold | AAC 127 kbps | |
| LiveIreland Channel 1 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Classic Hits 103.3 (US) | classic hits | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Dublin's Q102 | pop | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Balbriggan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balrothery Heritage Centre | ||||
| Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre | ||||
| Casino Model Railway Museum | ||||
| Gaelic Athletic Association Museum | ||||
| Gaelic Athletic Association Museum | ||||
| Gaelic Athletic Association Museum | ||||
| Malahide Historical Society Museum | ||||
| Millmount Museum | ||||
| National Transport Museum |
Libraries in Balbriggan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balbriggan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Baldoyle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ballymun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blanchardstown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cabra Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Coolock Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Donabate Portrane Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Donaghmede Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Donaghmede Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Drogheda Library & Droichead Arts Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Drumcondra Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Duleek Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Finglas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Finglas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Finglas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Finglas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| G Block - Cregan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Garristown Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Howth Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| John and Aileen O'Reilly Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Malahide Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marino Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marino Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Phibsborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Raheny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rush Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Swords Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Swords Library | 0.0 | |||||
| TU Dublin Blanchardstown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodlock Hall | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balbriggan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buddy's Farmer Market | |||||
| Glasnevin Market | |||||
| Glasnevin Market | |||||
| Glasnevin Market | |||||
| Howth Market | |||||
| St. Annes Food Market |
Hotels in Balbriggan
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Balbriggan
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Balbriggan
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Balbriggan
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Balbriggan
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Balbriggan
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Balbriggan
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Balbriggan
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Balbriggan
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Balbriggan
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Balbriggan
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Balbriggan
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Balbriggan
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Balbriggan
8 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Balbriggan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boyne Brewhouse | ||||
| Changing Times Brewery | ||||
| Changing Times Brewery | ||||
| Changing Times Brewery | ||||
| Hope Beer | ||||
| Hope Beer | ||||
| Hope Beer | ||||
| Hope Beer | ||||
| Portherouse Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Balbriggan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Croke Park | ||
| Croke Park | ||
| Morton Stadium | ||
| Parnell Park | ||
| Tolka Park |
Ski Resorts Near Balbriggan
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Club of Ireland | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Balbriggan
36 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | DUB | Large Airport |
| Casement Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Weston Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Adamstown Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Allenwood Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Athboy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Aughrim Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ballyboughal Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Ballyhavil Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ballymoney Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Carstown Ultralight Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Crossmaglen Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Derryogue | — | Small Airport |
| Dolly's Grove Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Drumgurra Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dunslaughlin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ellistown Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gowran Grange Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Kilbrook Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kildare Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Killamaster Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Laytown Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lyons Estate Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Maganey Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mayobridge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Millicent Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Moyglare Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mullaglass | — | Small Airport |
| Navan Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Newcastle Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Newry private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rathfriland Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Redrock Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Slieve Croob Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tobertaskin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Trim Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Balbriggan
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Balbriggan Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Balbriggan
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Castleknock Village Clinic | ||
| Kilrock House | ||
| Mental Health services, In-patient | ||
| Oakwood Medical Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balbriggan
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Georges' Church | |
| St. Peter and Paul's |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ireland
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Balbriggan?
Balbriggan has a population of 21,722 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 87 people per square mile, spread across 250.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balbriggan?
Balbriggan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow.