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Carlingford, Ireland
Leinster · Ireland
Carlingford is a small town in Leinster, Ireland with a population of 1,445. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Carlingford
Carlingford is a coastal town and civil parish in northern County Louth, Ireland. For the purposes of local government, the town is part of the Dundalk Municipal District. It is situated on the southern shore of Carlingford Lough with Slieve Foy mountain as a backdrop, sometimes known as Carlingford Mountain. It is the main town on the Cooley Peninsula. Located on the R176/R173 roads between Greenore and Omeath village, Carlingford is approximately 27 km (17 mi) north east from Dundalk, 90 km (56 mi) north of Dublin and 11 km (7 mi) south of the border with County Armagh in Northern Ireland. Carlingford won the Irish Tidy Towns Competition in 1988. The town lies within the Barony of Dundalk Lower.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,445 |
| Population Density | 4,014 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.0400°, -6.1883° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Leinster |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.2 inches (1,530 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Carlingford
Carlingford is a small town in Ireland (Leinster) with a population of 1,445. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 227 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,014/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.0400°N, 6.1883°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 6.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 5.3 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 6.1 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 6.3 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 6.5 in |
Carlingford has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 39°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 60.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.9") and May the driest (3.5").
Schools in Carlingford
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bush Post Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Monksland National School | - | - | - | - |
| The Boher National School | - | - | - | - |
| Rathcor National School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Carlingford
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceol FM | irish music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| LMFM Country | - | AAC 127 kbps | |
| BFBS Northern Ireland | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| SVETUR (GB) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Svetur | - | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Carlingford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenore Railway Museum | ||||
| Louth County Museum | ||||
| Newry and Mourne Museum | ||||
| Railway Museum |
Libraries in Carlingford
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bessbrook Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Castlewellan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dundalk Library and Library HQ | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilkeel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newry City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Bronte Library Rathfriland | 0.0 | |||||
| Warrenpoint Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Carlingford
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newry Market |
Hotels in Carlingford
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Carlingford
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Carlingford
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Carlingford
4 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Carlingford
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Carlingford
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Carlingford
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Carlingford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beer Hut Brewing | ||||
| Carlingford Brewing Company | ||||
| Dundalk Bay Brewery and Distillery | ||||
| Mourne Mountains Brewery | ||||
| Pearse Lyons Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Carlingford
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Carlingford
38 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast International Airport | BFS | Large Airport |
| Dublin Airport | DUB | Large Airport |
| Casement Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| George Best Belfast City Airport | BHD | Medium Airport |
| Weston Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Adamstown Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Athboy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Aughrim Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ballyboughal Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Ballyhavil Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Carstown Ultralight Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coalisland Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crossmaglen Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Derryogue | - | Small Airport |
| Dolly's Grove Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Donnydeade Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Drumgurra Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dungannon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dunslaughlin Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ellistown Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilbrook Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laytown Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lyons Estate Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mayobridge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Moyglare Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mullaglass | - | Small Airport |
| Navan Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Newry private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newtownards Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rathfriland Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Redrock Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Slieve Croob Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tandragee Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tarsan Lane Microlights | - | Small Airport |
| The Moy Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tobertaskin Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Trim Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Woodview Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Carlingford
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Carlingford Post Office | |
| Grange Post Office | |
| Greenore Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Carlingford
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Cuan Mhuire Newry |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Carlingford
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Carlingford Presbyterian Church | |
| Church of Saint James | |
| Saint Andrew's Church, Bush | |
| Saint Anne's | |
| Saint James's | |
| Saint Mary's | |
| Saint Michael's |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ireland
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Carlingford?
Carlingford has a population of 1,445 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 4,014 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Carlingford?
Carlingford has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 227 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.2 inches.