All Countries
Gort, Ireland
Connacht · Ireland
Gort is a small town in Connacht, Ireland with a population of 2,994. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
Discover Gort, Ireland
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Gort
Gort is a town of around 2,800 inhabitants in County Galway in the west of Ireland. Located near the border with County Clare, the town lies between the Burren and the Slieve Aughty and is served by the R458 and R460 regional roads, which connect to the M18 motorway.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,994 |
| Population Density | 2,251 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.0664°, -8.8167° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Connacht |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.6 inches (1,260 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gort
Gort is a small town in Ireland (Connacht) with a population of 2,994. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Climate in Gort
Gort has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1196 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,251/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.0664°N, 8.8167°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 5.2 in |
Gort has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.3") and April the driest (2.9").
Schools in Gort
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gort Community School | - | - | - | - |
| Gort National School | - | - | - | - |
| Convent of Mercy | - | - | - | - |
| Gortaveha NS School | - | - | - | - |
| Gaelscoil na bhFilí | - | - | - | - |
| Lough Cutra National School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gort
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish Country Music Radio | country, folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Irish Pub Radio | ballads, celtic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Limerick's Live 95FM | adult contemporary, local news | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Wired FM - FM 99.9 - Limerick, Ireland | college, education | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Flirt FM 101.3 | alternative, irish | MP3 128 kbps | |
| live 95 (US) | rock | MP3 64 kbps | |
| SPIN South West | - | AAC+ 89 kbps | |
| GOCOM Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Scariff Bay Community Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Galway Bay FM | galway, ireland | MP3 128 kbps | |
| HITMIX RADIO IRELAND | dance, top 40 | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Gort
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alice and Gwendoline Cave | ||||
| Claddagh Ring Museum | ||||
| Clare County Museum | ||||
| Clare Museum | ||||
| Ennis Abbey | ||||
| Galway Arts Centre | ||||
| Galway City Museum | ||||
| Heritage Center | ||||
| James Mitchell Geology Museum | ||||
| Kiltartan Gregory Museum | ||||
| Zoology Museum |
Libraries in Gort
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athenry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ballybane Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clare County Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clare County Library Local Studies Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Corofin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| County Library | 0.0 | |||||
| De Valera Public Library and Gallery | 0.0 | |||||
| Galway City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Galway Library Services | 0.0 | |||||
| GMIT Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gort Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hardiman Research Building | 0.0 | |||||
| James Hardiman Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Loughrea Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nursing Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oranmore Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gort
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athenry Mart | |||||
| Ennis Market | |||||
| Fair Green |
Hotels in Gort
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gort
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gort
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Gort
4 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Gort
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Gort
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gort
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gort
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Gort
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Gort
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Gort
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galway Bay Brewery | ||||
| Galway Hooker Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Gort
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gort
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shannon Airport | SNN | Large Airport |
| Abbeyfeale Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brittas House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Camus Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Connemara Regional Airport | NNR | Small Airport |
| Coonagh Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Craughwell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cregboy Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Erinagh Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Feohanagh Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Inisheer Aerodrome | INQ | Small Airport |
| Spanish Point Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| The Forge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Whites Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gort
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Gort Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Gort
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Quest Brain Injusry Services |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gort
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kilbeacanty Church | |
| Saint Attracta's Church, Kiltartan | |
| Shanaglish church | |
| Tirneevin Church | |
| workhouse chapel |
Quick Facts
🇮🇪 About Ireland
Public Holidays in Ireland
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gort
What is the population of Gort?
Gort has a population of 2,994 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 2,251 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gort?
Gort has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.6 inches.