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Holycross, Ireland
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Holycross is a small town in Munster, Ireland with a population of 715. Elevation: 299 ft (91 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Holycross
Holycross is a village and civil parish in County Tipperary, Ireland. It is one of 21 civil parishes in the barony of Eliogarty. The civil parish straddles the baronies of Eliogarty and of Middle Third. It is also an ecclesiastical parish in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Cashel and Emly.
People
Climate
| Population | 715 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 299 ft (91 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.6397°, -7.8631° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Munster |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.5 inches (1,232 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Holycross
Holycross is a small town in Ireland (Munster) with a population of 715. The city sits at an elevation of 299 feet (91 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.1°F |
| 9% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 248 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 299 ft (91 m) |
| Area | 439.7 sq mi (1,138.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.6397°N, 7.8631°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 5.4 in |
Holycross has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (2.6").
Schools in Holycross
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pouldine School | — | — | — | — |
| Clonoulty National School | — | — | — | — |
| Moycarkey National School | — | — | — | — |
| Ballycahill National School | — | — | — | — |
| Rossmore National School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Michael's NS Holycross | — | — | — | — |
| Ballytarsna National School | — | — | — | — |
| Gaile National School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Holycross
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newstalk Ireland | news | AAC+ 25 kbps | |
| SOLID GOLD RADIO IRELAND | — | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Holycross
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cashel Folk Musuem | ||||
| Cormackstown Heritage Centre | ||||
| Famine & War Museum | ||||
| Fethard Horse Country Experience | ||||
| Lár na Páirce | ||||
| St. Mary's Famine and War Museum |
Libraries in Holycross
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thurles Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Holycross
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cashel Mart |
Hotels in Holycross
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Holycross
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Holycross
7 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Holycross
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DejaBrew | ||||
| Whitefield Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Holycross
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Holycross
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abbeyleix Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ballyboe Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Benfield Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Birr Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Borris-in-Ossory Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Brittas House Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Camus Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Clonbullogue Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Erinagh Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eyne Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fethard Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gay Tracy Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gowran Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kilkenny Airport | KKY | Small Airport |
| Lickfinn Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Limetree Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Pallas West Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Spollens Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stradbally Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| The Forge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Holycross
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Goold's Cross Post Office | |
| Rossmore Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Holycross
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Jesus Christ Our Saviour | |
| Church of Saint Cataldus | |
| Church of St. John the Baptist | |
| Holycross Abbey | |
| Saint John's Well | |
| St. John's Funeral Chapel | |
| St. Mary’s Church | |
| St. Peter's Church | |
| Thurles Baptist Church | |
| Toberadora |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ireland
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What is the population of Holycross?
Holycross has a population of 715 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 439.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Holycross?
Holycross has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.5 inches.