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Ballyshannon, Ireland

Ulster · Ireland

Ballyshannon is a small town in Ulster, Ireland with a population of 2,299. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

2,299 Population 587/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
64.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Dublin Timezone

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About Ballyshannon

Ballyshannon

Ballyshannon is a town in County Donegal, Ireland. It is located at the southern end of the county where the N3 from Dublin ends and the N15 crosses the River Erne. The town was incorporated in the early 17th century, receiving a town charter in March 1613.

People

Population2,299
Density587/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain64.6 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population2,299
Population Density587 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates54.5000°, -8.1833°
TimezoneEurope/Dublin
Country🇮🇪 Ireland
State / ProvinceUlster
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation64.6 inches (1,640 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ballyshannon

Ballyshannon is a small town in Ireland (Ulster) with a population of 2,299. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 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 64.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.

Ballyshannon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below Ireland avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²)
Population Density587/sq mi
Coordinates54.5000°N, 8.1833°W
TimezoneEurope/Dublin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 64.6"
70% above Ireland avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 7.05"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.66"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 7.0 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 5.1 in
March 43°F (6°C) 5.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in Driest
May 51°F (10°C) 3.7 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.8 in
July 58°F (15°C) 4.2 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 5.0 in
September 54°F (12°C) 5.6 in
October 49°F (10°C) 6.9 in
November 44°F (7°C) 7.0 in
December 42°F (5°C) 7.1 in Wettest

Ballyshannon has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 40°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 64.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.1") and April the driest (3.7").

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Schools in Ballyshannon

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Holy Family National School
Coláiste Cholmcille
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Radio Stations near Ballyshannon

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ocean FM Sligo ireland, pop AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Ballyshannon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Donegal Castle
Donegal Railway Heritage Centre
Heritage Centre

Libraries in Ballyshannon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ballyshannon Library0.0
Bundoran Library0.0
Donegal Town Library0.0
Kiltyclogher Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Ballyshannon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Manorhamilton Farmer's Market

Hotels in Ballyshannon

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Creevy Pier Hotel
Dorrian's Imperial Hotel
Sandhouse Hotel

Restaurants in Ballyshannon

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shamrock Chinese Restaurant
Shannon's Corner
The Gaslight
the Golden Dragon
The Jolly Farmers
The Limit Bar And Restaurant

Cafes in Ballyshannon

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Beag
Kate's Kitchen
Moo Cafe
Nirvana
The Thatch Tea House

Veterinaries in Ballyshannon

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Seaview Veterinary Clinic

Bus Stations in Ballyshannon

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ballyshannon Bus Station

Gas Stations in Ballyshannon

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Abbey Garage
Circle K
Go

Banks in Ballyshannon

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Ireland

Gyms in Ballyshannon

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pilates Donegal
Progressive Fitness Ballyshannon

Breweries in Ballyshannon

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Donegal Brewing Company

Airports Near Ballyshannon

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ireland West Airport KnockNOCLarge Airport
Donegal AirportCFNMedium Airport
Enniskillen/St Angelo AirportENKMedium Airport
Sligo AirportSXLMedium Airport
Ashfield - Russell's field ULSmall Airport
Carrigart AirstripSmall Airport
Coulters AirstripSmall Airport
Drumavish AirstripSmall Airport
Finn Valley Airfield ULSmall Airport
Letterkenny AirfieldSmall Airport
Pettigo AirstripSmall Airport
Ruskey AirstripSmall Airport
Tibohine AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ballyshannon

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ballyshannon Post Office
Coolmore Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ballyshannon

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Joseph's
Saint Mary's
St Anne's Church, Kilbarron
St. Patrick's
Toberpatrick
Toberpatrick

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Dublin
Elevation
61 m (200 ft)
Website
ballyshannon.ie
Twinned With
Grenay, Séné

🇮🇪 About Ireland

Capital Dublin
Population 4,853,506
Area 70,280 km²
GDP (USD) $567,372,737,459
GDP per capita $106,819
HDI 0.950
Life expectancy 82.9 years
Internet users 96.5%
Urban population 64.1%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages English, Irish
Calling code +353
TLD .ie
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Ireland

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Lá Caille
Feb 2 Saint Brigid's Day Lá Fhéile Bríde
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Lá Fhéile Pádraig
Apr 3 Good Friday Aoine an Chéasta
Apr 6 Easter Monday Luan Cásca
May 4 May Day Lá Bealtaine
Jun 1 June Holiday Lá Saoire i mí an Mheithimh
Aug 3 August Holiday Lá Saoire i mí Lúnasa
Oct 26 October Holiday Lá Saoire i mí Dheireadh Fómhair
Dec 25 Christmas Day Lá Nollag
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Lá Fhéile Stiofáin

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ballyshannon

What is the population of Ballyshannon?

Ballyshannon has a population of 2,299 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 587 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ballyshannon?

Ballyshannon 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 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.6 inches.

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