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Ballybofey, Ireland
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Ballybofey is a small town in Ulster, Ireland with a population of 4,852. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ballybofey
Ballybofey is a town located on the south bank of the River Finn, County Donegal, Ireland. Together with the smaller town of Stranorlar on the north side of the River Finn, the towns form the twin towns of Ballybofey-Stranorlar. The twin towns, a census town, had a population of 5,406 in 2022.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,852 |
| Population Density | 1,540 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.8000°, -7.7833° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Ulster |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.0 inches (1,777 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ballybofey
Ballybofey is a small town in Ireland (Ulster) with a population of 4,852. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 209 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,540/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.8000°N, 7.7833°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 7.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 5.5 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 5.4 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 6.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 7.7 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 7.6 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 7.6 in |
Ballybofey has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 40°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 70.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.7") and May the driest (4.0").
Schools in Ballybofey
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's NS | - | - | - | - |
| Sessiaghoneill National School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Columba's Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Finn Valley College | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ballybofey
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Radio | popular music, variety | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Northern Sound | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Ballybofey
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donegal County Museum |
Libraries in Ballybofey
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castlederg Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Letterkenny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ballybofey
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Former Gortlee Livestock Mart | |||||
| Livestock Mart | |||||
| Market Square |
Hotels in Ballybofey
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ballybofey
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Ballybofey
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ballybofey
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ballybofey
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ballybofey
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Ballybofey
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Ballybofey
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finn Valley Brewing Company | ||||
| Kinnegar Brewing Company | ||||
| Old Mill Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Ballybofey
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ballybofey
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| City of Derry Airport | LDY | Medium Airport |
| Donegal Airport | CFN | Medium Airport |
| Enniskillen/St Angelo Airport | ENK | Medium Airport |
| Altamuskin | - | Small Airport |
| Ashfield - Russell's field UL | - | Small Airport |
| Carrickmore Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Carrigart Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coulters Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Drumavish Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dunnamanagh Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Finn Valley Airfield UL | - | Small Airport |
| Letterkenny Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pettigo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ruskey Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ballybofey
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ballybofey Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ballybofey
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Reformed Presbyterian Church | |
| Saint Mary's | |
| St. Mary's Sessiaghoneill | |
| Stranorlar Church of Ireland | |
| Stranorlar Presbyterian Church |
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Public Holidays in Ireland
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What is the population of Ballybofey?
Ballybofey has a population of 4,852 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 1,540 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ballybofey?
Ballybofey has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.0 inches.