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Buncrana, Ireland
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Buncrana is a small city in Ulster, Ireland with a population of 6,785. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
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About Buncrana
Buncrana is a town in Inishowen in the north of County Donegal in Ulster, the northern province in Ireland. The town sits on the eastern shores of Lough Swilly, being 23 kilometres (14 mi) northwest of Derry and 43 kilometres (27 mi) north of Letterkenny. In the 2022 census, the population was 6,971, making it the second most populous town in County Donegal, after Letterkenny, and the largest in Inishowen.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,785 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.1333°, -7.4500° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Ulster |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.5 inches (1,486 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buncrana
Buncrana is a small city in Ireland (Ulster) with a population of 6,785. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Climate in Buncrana
Buncrana has an average annual temperature of 9.9°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (14.6°C), the coldest is Jan (6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1138 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 586.4 sq mi (1,518.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.1333°N, 7.4500°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 720 | HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) | Questionable Earthquake | — | — | 148 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 6.3 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 6.3 in |
Buncrana has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 41°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.4") and May the driest (3.1").
Schools in Buncrana
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National School | — | — | — | — |
| Scoil Iosagain | — | — | — | — |
| Crana College | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Buncrana
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Radio | popular music, variety | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Northern Sound | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Buncrana
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apprentice Boys of Derry | ||||
| Doagh Famine Village | ||||
| Dunree Centre | ||||
| Fort Dunree Military Museum | ||||
| Foyle Valley Railway Museum | ||||
| Museum of Free Derry | ||||
| Tower Museum |
Libraries in Buncrana
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buncrana Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carndonagh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Creggan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Derry Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Milford Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shantallow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Strathfoyle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Waterside Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Buncrana
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Buncrana
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Buncrana
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Buncrana
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Buncrana
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Buncrana
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Buncrana
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Buncrana
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Buncrana
5 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Buncrana
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Buncrana
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dopey Dick Brewing Company | ||||
| Kinnegar K1 Brewery | ||||
| Otterbank Brewing Company | ||||
| Rough Brothers Brewery | ||||
| Walled City Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Buncrana
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Buncrana
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| City of Derry Airport | LDY | Medium Airport |
| Enniskillen/St Angelo Airport | ENK | Medium Airport |
| Altamuskin | — | Small Airport |
| Ashfield - Russell's field UL | — | Small Airport |
| Bellarena Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Blackhill Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Carrickmore Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Carrigart Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Castlerock Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Coulters Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Donnydeade Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Drumavish Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dungannon 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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Buncrana
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ Church | |
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Our Lady Star of the Sea | |
| St Mary's Church, Cockhill | |
| St Mary's Oratory |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ireland
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Buncrana?
Buncrana has a population of 6,785 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 586.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Buncrana?
Buncrana 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 58°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.5 inches.