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Fahan, Ireland
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Fahan is a small town in Ulster, Ireland with a population of 588. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Fahan
Fahan is a district of Inishowen in the north of County Donegal, Ireland, located 5 km (3 mi) south of Buncrana. In Irish, Fahan is named after its patron saint, Saint Mura, first abbot of Fahan, an early Christian monastery.
People
Climate
| Population | 588 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.0886°, -7.4742° |
| 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 Fahan
Fahan is a small town in Ireland (Ulster) with a population of 588. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 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 Fahan
Fahan 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 | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 586.4 sq mi (1,518.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.0886°N, 7.4742°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
Fahan 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 Fahan
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scoil Naomh Mura | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Fahan
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Radio | popular music, variety | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Northern Sound | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Fahan
| 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 Fahan
| 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 |
Farmers Markets in Fahan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Former Gortlee Livestock Mart |
Hotels in Fahan
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Fahan
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Fahan
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Fahan
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Fahan
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Fahan
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Fahan
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Fahan
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Fahan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dopey Dick Brewing Company | ||||
| Kinnegar Brewing Company | ||||
| Kinnegar K1 Brewery | ||||
| Old Mill Brewing Company | ||||
| Otterbank Brewing Company | ||||
| Rough Brothers Brewery | ||||
| Walled City Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Fahan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Fahan
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 |
Post Offices in Fahan
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Speenoge Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fahan
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Burt Presbyterian | |
| Fahan Presbyterian Church | |
| Inch Presbyterian Church | |
| Mass Rock | |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Church | |
| Rathmullan Presbyterian Church | |
| St Aengus’s Church | |
| St Mura's | |
| St. Mura's | |
| St.Josephs RC Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ireland
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Fahan
What is the population of Fahan?
Fahan has a population of 588 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 586.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fahan?
Fahan 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.