Glenavy, United Kingdom
Northern Ireland · United Kingdom
Glenavy is a small town in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,089. Elevation: 233 ft (71 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Glenavy
Glenavy is a village and civil parish in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. It is approximately 11 miles west of Belfast and eight miles north-west of Lisburn, and sits on the banks of the Glenavy river. In the 2021 census the village had a population of 2,384 people. In early documents it was written as "Lenavy".
People
Climate
| Population | 1,089 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 233 ft (71 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.5923°, -6.2137° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Northern Ireland |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.8 inches (1,011 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Glenavy
Glenavy is a small town in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 1,089. The city sits at an elevation of 233 feet (71 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Glenavy
Glenavy has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (15.4°C), the coldest is Jan (4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 861 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 233 ft (71 m) |
| Area | 275.8 sq mi (714.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.5923°N, 6.2137°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 4.0 in |
Glenavy has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.2") and May the driest (2.4").
Schools in Glenavy
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballycarrickmaddy Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ballymacrickett Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ballinderry Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ballymacward Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Glenavy
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q Radio Belfast | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BFBS Northern Ireland (IE) | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| SVETUR | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Raidió Fáilte | indie, rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Svetur (IE) | - | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Mdog Radio | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Raidió Fáilte 107.1fm | belfast, irish traditional | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Glenavy
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barn Museum | ||||
| Brownlow House | ||||
| Garden Heritage Exhibition | ||||
| Linen Centre and Museum | ||||
| Sentry Hill Historic House | ||||
| The Landscape Centre |
Libraries in Glenavy
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antrim Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ardoyne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ballyclare Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Banbridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brownlow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Colin Glen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Colin Glen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Craigavon Museum Service | 0.0 | |||||
| Crumlin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dromore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Finaghy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greystone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kells and Connor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lisburn City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lurgan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Moira Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portadown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Randalstown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Suffolk LIbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| Tandragee Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whiterock Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Glenavy
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nutts Corner Sunday Market | |||||
| St Vincent de paul | |||||
| St Vincent de Paul |
Restaurants in Glenavy
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Glenavy
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Glenavy
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibulous Bastard Brewing Company | ||||
| Hilden Brewing Company | ||||
| Hillstown Brewery | ||||
| MashDown Brewery | ||||
| Norn Iron Brewing Company | ||||
| Norn Iron Brewing Company | ||||
| Our Brewery | ||||
| Spadetown Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Glenavy
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Glenavy
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast International Airport | BFS | Large Airport |
| George Best Belfast City Airport | BHD | Medium Airport |
| Aughrim Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blackhill Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Castlerock Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Causeway Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Coalisland Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crossmaglen Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Derryogue | - | Small Airport |
| Donnydeade Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Drumgurra Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dungannon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dunnyvadden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mayobridge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mullaglass | - | Small Airport |
| Newry private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newtownards Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Plains Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rathfriland Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Redrock Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Slemish Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Slieve Croob Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tandragee Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tarsan Lane Microlights | - | Small Airport |
| The Moy Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wild Geese Skydive Centre | - | Small Airport |
| Woodview Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Glenavy
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Glenavy Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Glenavy
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Ligoniel Health Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Glenavy
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ballinderry Moravian Church | |
| Ballinderry Parish Church | |
| St Peter's the Rock | |
| St. Aiden's |
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Meteorites Near Glenavy
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Glenavy.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Bovedy | 1969 |
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What is the population of Glenavy?
Glenavy has a population of 1,089 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 275.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Glenavy?
Glenavy has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches.
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