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Glenties, Ireland
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Glenties is a small town in Ulster, Ireland with a population of 805. Elevation: 285 ft (87 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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About Glenties
Glenties is a town in County Donegal, Ireland. It is situated where two glens meet, north-west of the Bluestack Mountains, near the confluence of two rivers. Glenties is the largest centre of population in the parish of Iniskeel. Glenties has won the Irish Tidy Towns Competition five times in 1958, 1959, 1960, 1962 and 1995. As of the 2022 census, the population was 927.
People
Climate
| Population | 805 |
| Population Density | 789 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 285 ft (87 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.7975°, -8.2825° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Ulster |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 76.3 inches (1,939 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Glenties
Glenties is a small town in Ireland (Ulster) with a population of 805. The city sits at an elevation of 285 feet (87 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.0°F |
| 11% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 198 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 285 ft (87 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 789/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.7975°N, 8.2825°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 8.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 6.0 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | Driest |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 5.8 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 6.7 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 8.2 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 8.3 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
Glenties has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 40°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 76.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.4") and May the driest (4.4").
Schools in Glenties
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edeninfagh National School | - | - | - | - |
| Scoil Mhuire Glenties | - | - | - | - |
| St. Columbas Comprehensive School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Glenties
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ardara Heritage Centre | ||||
| Donegal Castle | ||||
| Donegal Railway Heritage Centre | ||||
| St. Connell's Museum and Heritage Centre |
Libraries in Glenties
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donegal Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dungloe Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Glenties
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Glenties
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Glenties
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Glenties
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Glenties
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Glenties
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Errigal |
Airports Near Glenties
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Donegal Airport | CFN | Medium Airport |
| Enniskillen/St Angelo Airport | ENK | Medium Airport |
| Sligo Airport | SXL | Medium 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
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Public Holidays in Ireland
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What is the population of Glenties?
Glenties has a population of 805 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 789 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Glenties?
Glenties has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 198 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.3 inches.