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Donegal, Ireland

Ulster · Ireland

Donegal is a small town in Ulster, Ireland with a population of 2,618. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,618 Population 2,567/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
68.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Dublin Timezone

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About Donegal

Donegal

The Donegal county football team represents Donegal in men's Gaelic football and is governed by Donegal GAA, the county board of the Gaelic Athletic Association. The team competes in the three major annual inter-county competitions; the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship, the Ulster Senior Football Championship and the National Football League.

People

Population2,618
Density2,567/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain68.7 in/yr
Sunny Days211/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population2,618
Population Density2,567 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates54.6538°, -8.1113°
TimezoneEurope/Dublin
Country🇮🇪 Ireland
State / ProvinceUlster
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation68.7 inches (1,746 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Donegal

Donegal is a small town in Ireland (Ulster) with a population of 2,618. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 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 68.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.

Donegal experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below Ireland avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days211 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density2,567/sq mi
Coordinates54.6538°N, 8.1113°W
TimezoneEurope/Dublin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 68.7"
81% above Ireland avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 7.48"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.98"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 7.4 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 5.5 in
March 44°F (6°C) 5.7 in
April 47°F (8°C) 4.0 in Driest
May 51°F (11°C) 4.0 in
June 56°F (13°C) 4.1 in
July 59°F (15°C) 4.5 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 5.4 in
September 55°F (13°C) 6.0 in
October 50°F (10°C) 7.3 in
November 45°F (7°C) 7.5 in Wettest
December 42°F (6°C) 7.5 in

Donegal has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 41°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 68.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.5") and April the driest (4.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Donegal

Institution Type Founded Website
Atlantic Technological University Killybegs Campus University - Visit →

Schools in Donegal

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Gaelscoil na gCeithre Máistrí - - - -
Scoil Aodh Rua agus Nuala - - - -
Scoil Aodh Rua agus Nuala - - - -
Saint Peter's National School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Donegal

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ocean FM Sligo ireland, pop AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Donegal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Donegal Castle
Donegal Railway Heritage Centre
St. Connell's Museum and Heritage Centre

Libraries in Donegal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ballyshannon Library0.0
Bundoran Library0.0
Donegal Town Library0.0

Hotels in Donegal

6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Abbey Hotel
Harvey’s Point
Lough Eske Castle Hotel
Mill Park Hotel
The Central Hotel
The Gateway Lodge

Restaurants in Donegal

14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blás Restaurant
Blazers
Chandpur
China Town Chinese Takeaway
Dock 84 Restaurant / O'Hehirs Bakery
Harvey's Point
La Bella Donna
Market House Restaurant
McCafferty's at the Pier
Old Stone
Quay West Restaurant
Shamrock Chinese Takeaway
The Harbour
The Pantry Restaurant

Cafes in Donegal

6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blueberry Tearooms
Kitty Joe’s Cafe
Little Mamma's
Marina's Cafe & Wine Bar
Salthill Cabin
The Flour Pot

Castles in Donegal

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Castle McGrath
Donegal Castle

Dentists in Donegal

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

David McConville Orthodontics

Veterinaries in Donegal

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IE #1036269103
Seaview Veterinary Clinic

Bus Stations in Donegal

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bus Éireann Depot

Gas Stations in Donegal

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Circle K
Circle K
Emo
Holmes Service Station
IE #1068053173
Top

Banks in Donegal

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AIB
Bank of Ireland
Donegal Town Credit Union
EBS
PTSB

Gyms in Donegal

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dt Fitness

Breweries in Donegal

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Donegal Brewing Company

Airports Near Donegal

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ireland West Airport KnockNOCLarge Airport
Donegal AirportCFNMedium Airport
Enniskillen/St Angelo AirportENKMedium Airport
Sligo AirportSXLMedium 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

Post Offices in Donegal

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Donegal Town Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Donegal

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church
Christ Church
Church of the Four Masters
Donegal Methodist Church
Donegal Parish Church
Killymard Church of Ireland
Laghey Parish Church
Sacred Heart Church
St Agatha's Church
St Mary's

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Dublin
Founded
1401

🇮🇪 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 Donegal

What is the population of Donegal?

Donegal has a population of 2,618 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 2,567 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Donegal?

Donegal 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 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.7 inches.

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