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Clonakilty, Ireland
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Clonakilty is a small town in Munster, Ireland with a population of 4,592. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Clonakilty
Clonakilty, sometimes shortened to Clon, is a town in County Cork, Ireland. The town is at the head of the tidal Clonakilty Bay. The rural hinterland is used mainly for dairy farming. The town's population was 5,112 at the 2022 census. The town is a tourism hub in West Cork, and was recognised as the "Best Town in Europe" in 2017, and "Best Place of the Year" in 2017 by the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland. Clonakilty is in the Dáil constituency of Cork South-West, which has three seats. Clonakilty became Ireland's first Autism-friendly town in 2018.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,592 |
| Population Density | 1,151 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.6231°, -8.8706° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Munster |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.8 inches (1,139 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Clonakilty
Clonakilty is a small town in Ireland (Munster) with a population of 4,592. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet (53 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,151/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.6231°N, 8.8706°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 5.0 in |
Clonakilty has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 43°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (2.3").
Colleges & Universities in Clonakilty
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cork College of FET - West Cork Campus | College | - | , |
Schools in Clonakilty
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaelscoil Mhichíl Uí Choileáin | - | - | - | - |
| Clonakilty Community College | - | - | - | - |
| Darrara National School | - | - | - | - |
| Kilgarriffe National School | - | - | - | - |
| Scoil Naisiunta An Aird | - | - | - | - |
| Knockskeagh National School | - | - | - | - |
| Clogagh National School | - | - | - | - |
| Scoil na mBuachaillí | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Joseph's Girls National School | - | - | - | - |
| Sacred Heart Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Clonakilty
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deep House Radio | deep house | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Deephouse radio | deephouse | MP3 320 kbps | |
| C103 West | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| West Cork FM | local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BRIAN DALY | community radio, religious | MP3 | |
| C103 North | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Clare FM | classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| West Limerick 102 fm | local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| UCC 98.3FM | current affairs, music | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Clonakilty
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Museum | ||||
| Independence Museum | ||||
| Jeremiah O'Donovan Rossa Casket | ||||
| Michael Collins Centre | ||||
| Michael Collins House Museum | ||||
| West Cork Heritage Centre |
Libraries in Clonakilty
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bandon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clonakilty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dunmanway Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Clonakilty
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Clonakilty
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Clonakilty
10 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Clonakilty
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Clonakilty
3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Clonakilty
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Clonakilty
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Clonakilty
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Clonakilty
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Clonakilty
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Clonakilty
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Clonakilty
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Clonakilty
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Clonakilty
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clonakilty Brewing Company |
Airports Near Clonakilty
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cork International Airport | ORK | Large Airport |
| Kerry Airport | KIR | Medium Airport |
| Bantry Aerodrome | BYT | Small Airport |
| Clonakilty Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eniskeane Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rathcoole Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Clonakilty
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Clonakilty Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Clonakilty
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of the Immaculate Conception | |
| Clonakilty Methodist Church | |
| Kilgarriffe Church | |
| Sacred Heart Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ireland
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What is the population of Clonakilty?
Clonakilty has a population of 4,592 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 1,151 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Clonakilty?
Clonakilty has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches.