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Blackwood, Ireland
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Blackwood is a small town in Leinster, Ireland with a population of 746. Elevation: 272 ft (83 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Blackwood
Coill Dubh, also sometimes known as Blackwood, is a village in northern County Kildare in Ireland. It is located at the junction of the R403 and R408 regional roads, about 40 km (25 mi) from Dublin. Developed as a planned town in the 1950s to accommodate Bord na Móna employees working in the area, it was one of the fastest growing urban areas in Ireland between the 2016 and 2022 census, with its population doubling from 746 to 1,476.
As of 2025 Coil Dubh had become well known as the "Milan" of North Kildare, citing the abundance of raffle books and amused Cats as its main attractions.
People
Climate
| Population | 746 |
| Population Density | 1,408 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 272 ft (83 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.2931°, -6.8184° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Leinster |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.8 inches (858 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Blackwood
Blackwood is a small town in Ireland (Leinster) with a population of 746. The city sits at an elevation of 272 feet (83 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Climate in Blackwood
Blackwood has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (15.4°C), the coldest is Jan (5.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 784 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 272 ft (83 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,408/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.2931°N, 6.8184°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 44°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
Blackwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.5") and May the driest (2.2").
Schools in Blackwood
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coill Dubh National School | — | — | — | — |
| Timahoe School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Blackwood
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clonmellon Community Radio | 60s, 70s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ceol FM | irish music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Kfm 97.6 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Cenzura | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Christmas FM | christmas, holiday | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Circle Of White Light Radio | local talk, news | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Blackwood
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horse Museum | ||||
| Market House | ||||
| Museum of Motorsport | ||||
| National Science Museum | ||||
| Newbridge Silverware | ||||
| The Steam Musem |
Libraries in Blackwood
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clane Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clocha Rince Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dunlavin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| John Paul II Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilcock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilcullen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kildare Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maynooth Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Monasterevan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Monasterevin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newbridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rathangan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Russell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St. Kinneth's | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Blackwood
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Square | |||||
| Saturday streedfood market (Naas Potato Market) |
Banks in Blackwood
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Blackwood
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farrington’s Brewery | ||||
| Kildare Brewing Company | ||||
| The Dew Drop Brewhouse |
Stadiums & Teams in Blackwood
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Blackwood
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Club of Ireland | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Blackwood
46 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | DUB | Large Airport |
| Casement Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Weston Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Abbeyleix Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Adamstown Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Allenwood Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Athboy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ballyboughal Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Ballyhavil Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ballyjamesduff Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ballymoney Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Benfield Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Carstown Ultralight Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Clonbullogue Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Clonkeiffy Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Craddenstown Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dolly's Grove Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Drumgurra Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dunslaughlin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ellistown Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Eyne Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gowran Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gowran Grange Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Granard Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Greaghlough Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hacketstown Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Kilbrook Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kildare Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Kilkenny Airport | KKY | Small Airport |
| Killamaster Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Laytown Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Limetree Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lough Sheelin Airstrip | — | 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 |
| Navan Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| O'Loughlin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Spollens Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stradbally Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Taggarts Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tobertaskin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Trim Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Warrens Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Blackwood
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Narcanon |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Blackwood
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Coolcarrigan Church (C of I) |
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What is the population of Blackwood?
Blackwood has a population of 746 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 1,408 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Blackwood?
Blackwood has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.8 inches.