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Derrybeg, Ireland

Ulster · Ireland

Derrybeg is a small town in Ulster, Ireland with a population of 1,553. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,553 Population 2/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
71.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Dublin Timezone

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About Derrybeg

Derrybeg

Doirí Beaga, is a Gaeltacht village and townland in the parish of Gweedore in County Donegal, Ireland. It includes RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta regional studios, a Gaelic Athletic Association, club and a golf club. According to the 2016 census 53.4% of the population spoke Irish on a daily basis outside the education system. The village is home of Tim Healy the nationalist politician.

People

Population1,553
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain71.1 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Population1,553
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates55.0833°, -8.2894°
TimezoneEurope/Dublin
Country🇮🇪 Ireland
State / ProvinceUlster
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation71.1 inches (1,807 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Derrybeg

Derrybeg is a small town in Ireland (Ulster) with a population of 1,553. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.

Derrybeg experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below Ireland avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area823.9 sq mi (2,133.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates55.0833°N, 8.2894°W
TimezoneEurope/Dublin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 71.1"
87% above Ireland avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.87"
Driest Month (May) 3.82"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 7.9 in Coldest, Wettest
February 41°F (5°C) 5.6 in
March 43°F (6°C) 5.9 in
April 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in Driest
June 54°F (12°C) 4.0 in
July 57°F (14°C) 4.9 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 5.5 in
September 55°F (13°C) 6.4 in
October 50°F (10°C) 7.8 in
November 45°F (7°C) 7.7 in
December 43°F (6°C) 7.7 in

Derrybeg has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 41°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 71.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.9") and May the driest (3.8").

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Schools in Derrybeg

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pobalscoil Ghaoth Dobhair - - - -
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Libraries in Derrybeg

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dungloe Library0.0

Hotels in Derrybeg

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Foreland Heights (Closed)
Teac Jack
Teach Mhicí

Restaurants in Derrybeg

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Indian Palace
Pepper's Diner
Summer Palace
The Harbour

Cafes in Derrybeg

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aran Espresso
Cafe Kitty

Theatres in Derrybeg

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amharclann Ghaoth Dobhair

Veterinaries in Derrybeg

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IE #2990307833

Gas Stations in Derrybeg

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Circle K
Donegal Oil
Happy Days

Golf Courses in Derrybeg

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cruit Island Golf Club

Breweries in Derrybeg

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Errigal

Airports Near Derrybeg

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Donegal AirportCFNMedium Airport
Enniskillen/St Angelo AirportENKMedium Airport
Ashfield - Russell's field UL-Small Airport
Carrigart Airstrip-Small Airport
Coulters Airstrip-Small Airport
Drumavish Airstrip-Small Airport
Finn Valley Airfield UL-Small Airport
Letterkenny Airfield-Small Airport
Pettigo Airstrip-Small Airport
Ruskey Airstrip-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Dublin

🇮🇪 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 Derrybeg

What is the population of Derrybeg?

Derrybeg has a population of 1,553 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 823.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Derrybeg?

Derrybeg has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.1 inches.

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