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Freshford, Ireland
Leinster · Ireland
Freshford is a small town in Leinster, Ireland with a population of 662. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Freshford
Freshford is a village in the barony of Crannagh, County Kilkenny, Ireland. It is 13 km north-west of Kilkenny city. The village is in a civil parish of the same name.
People
Climate
| Population | 662 |
| Population Density | 64 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 243 ft (74 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.7342°, -7.3989° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Leinster |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.0 inches (1,144 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Freshford
Freshford is a small town in Ireland (Leinster) with a population of 662. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet (74 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 45.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Climate in Freshford
Freshford has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (15.8°C), the coldest is Jan (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 243 ft (74 m) |
| Area | 10.3 sq mi (26.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 64/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.7342°N, 7.3989°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 4.7 in |
Freshford has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and April the driest (2.7").
Schools in Freshford
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tullaroan N.S. | — | — | — | — |
| Scoil Lachtain | — | — | — | — |
| St Joseph's National School | — | — | — | — |
| Creenkill National School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Freshford
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newstalk Ireland | news | AAC+ 25 kbps | |
| Zenith Classic Rock | album tracks, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Zenith Classic Rock (GB) | art rock, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Deise Christmas Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kfm 97.6 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SOLID GOLD RADIO IRELAND | — | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Freshford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeyleix Heritage Centre | ||||
| Donaghmore Famine Workhouse Museum | ||||
| Edmund Rice Heritage Centre | ||||
| Famine Warhouse 1848 | ||||
| Footprints In Coal | ||||
| Ionad Lachtain | ||||
| Irish Fly Fishing and Game Shooting Museum | ||||
| Kells Priory Mill Museum | ||||
| Medieval Mile Museum | ||||
| Rothe House & Garden | ||||
| Stephens Barracks Museum | ||||
| Timahoe Heritage Centre |
Libraries in Freshford
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeyleix Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Callan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Castlecomer Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Durrow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilkenny Archaeological Society Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilkenny Library Headquarters | 0.0 | |||||
| Loughboy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mayfair Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rathdowney Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St. Canice's library | 0.0 | |||||
| St. Kieran Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Urlingford Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Freshford
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Freshford
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Freshford
9 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Freshford
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Freshford
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Freshford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costello's Brewing Company | ||||
| Sullivan's Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Freshford
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Freshford
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Waterford Airport | WAT | Medium Airport |
| Abbeyleix Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Allenwood Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ballyboe Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Benfield Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Birr Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Borris-in-Ossory Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Camus Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Clonbullogue Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Eyne Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fethard Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gay Tracy Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gowran Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| ILAS Wexford Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kilbrook Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kildare Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Kilkenny Airport | KKY | Small Airport |
| Killamaster Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lickfinn Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Limetree Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Maganey Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Millicent Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mullingar-Milltownpass Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| O'Loughlin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pallas West Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Spollens Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stradbally Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Taggarts Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| The Forge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Freshford
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Freshford Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Freshford
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Regent House |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Freshford
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Saint Nicholas | |
| Lady Well | |
| Lady's Well | |
| Saint Lachtain's Well | |
| Saint Munichan's Chapel (RC) | |
| St Fiacre's Church, Clontubrid | |
| St. Lachtain's Church | |
| St. Lachtain's Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ireland
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What is the population of Freshford?
Freshford has a population of 662 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 64 people per square mile, spread across 10.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Freshford?
Freshford 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 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.0 inches.