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Ballon, Ireland
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Ballon is a small town in Leinster, Ireland with a population of 684. Elevation: 249 ft (76 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ballon
Ballon is a village, civil parish and townland in County Carlow, Ireland. It is located on the N80 road near Carlow town.
People
Climate
| Population | 684 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 249 ft (76 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.7406°, -6.7678° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Leinster |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.0 inches (964 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ballon
Ballon is a small town in Ireland (Leinster) with a population of 684. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet (76 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Climate in Ballon
Ballon has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (15.8°C), the coldest is Jan (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 249 ft (76 m) |
| Area | 228.5 sq mi (591.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.7406°N, 6.7678°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
Ballon has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.2") and June the driest (2.3").
Schools in Ballon
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballon National School | — | — | — | — |
| Ardattin National School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ballon
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zenith Classic Rock | album tracks, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Zenith Classic Rock (GB) | art rock, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Deise Christmas Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| South East Radio | adult contemporary | AAC+ 88 kbps | |
| Liffey Sound 96.4 FM | community, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kfm 97.6 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Cenzura | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Ballon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlow County Museum | ||||
| Carlow Military Museum | ||||
| Dwyer McAllister Cottage | ||||
| Enniscorthy Castle | ||||
| Goodly Barrow Museum | ||||
| National 1798 Centre | ||||
| Tullow Museum |
Libraries in Ballon
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athy Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Baltinglass Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carlow County Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Castledermot Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Enniscorthy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Graiguenamanagh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tullow Civic Offices and Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tullow Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ballon
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltinglass Mart | |||||
| Carlow Exchange | |||||
| Tullow Livestock Mart |
Hotels in Ballon
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ballon
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ballon
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Ballon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Acres Brewing Company | ||||
| Boyne Brewhouse | ||||
| Carlow Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Ballon
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Ballon
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Club of Ireland | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Ballon
31 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | DUB | Large Airport |
| Casement Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Waterford Airport | WAT | Medium Airport |
| Weston Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Abbeyleix Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Allenwood Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ballymoney Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ballyvalloo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Benfield Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Clonbullogue Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Dolly's Grove Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eyne Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gowran Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gowran Grange Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Hacketstown Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| ILAS Wexford Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kilbrook Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kildare Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Kilkenny Airport | KKY | Small Airport |
| Killamaster Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Limetree Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lyons Estate Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Maganey Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Millicent Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Moyglare Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mullingar-Milltownpass Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Newcastle Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| O'Loughlin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stradbally Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Taggarts Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Warrens Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ballon
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aghade All Saints | |
| Church of Exaltation of the Holy Cross | |
| Church of Saints Peter & Paul | |
| Church of The Immaculate Conception | |
| Fenagh All Saints' Church | |
| Myshall Christ the Redeemer Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ireland
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ballon
What is the population of Ballon?
Ballon has a population of 684 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 228.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ballon?
Ballon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.0 inches.