Kilrea, United Kingdom
Northern Ireland · United Kingdom
Kilrea is a small town in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,616. Elevation: 161 ft (49 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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People
Climate
| Population | 1,616 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.9509°, -6.5570° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Northern Ireland |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.7 inches (1,161 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kilrea
Kilrea is a small town in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 1,616. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 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 45.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 1,043.6 sq mi (2,702.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.9509°N, 6.5570°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 4.7 in |
Kilrea has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and May the driest (2.6").
Schools in Kilrea
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rasharkin Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kilrea Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Columba's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Crossroads Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Patrick's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Conor's College | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kilrea
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kilrea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballymoney Museum | ||||
| Bellaghy Bawn | ||||
| Coleraine Museum | ||||
| Garvagh Museum | ||||
| Gracehill Village Old School Museum | ||||
| Seamus Heaney HomePlace | ||||
| Seamus Heaney Homeplace |
Libraries in Kilrea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballymoney Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Coleraine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Draperstown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Garvagh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilrea Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maghera Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Magherafelt Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portglenone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portstewart Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Randalstown Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kilrea
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castlecroft Square | |||||
| Indoor Market |
Restaurants in Kilrea
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kilrea
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kilrea
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kilrea
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kilrea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloodline Brewing Company | ||||
| Heaney Brewery | ||||
| Hillstown Brewery | ||||
| Our Brewery |
Airports Near Kilrea
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast International Airport | BFS | Large Airport |
| City of Derry Airport | LDY | Medium Airport |
| George Best Belfast City Airport | BHD | Medium Airport |
| Islay Airport | ILY | Medium Airport |
| Altamuskin | - | Small Airport |
| Bellarena Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Blackhill Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Carrickmore Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Castlerock Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Causeway Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Coalisland Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Donnydeade Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dungannon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dunnamanagh Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dunnyvadden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mullaglass | - | 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 Kilrea
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Harvey Hill Post Office | |
| Kilrea Post Office | |
| Rasharkin Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Kilrea
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Roddens |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kilrea
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Boveedy Presbyterian Church | |
| Churchtown Presbyterian Church | |
| First Presbyterian Church | |
| Kilrea Baptist Church | |
| Rasharkin Free Presbyterian Church | |
| Rasharkin Presbyterian Church | |
| St Andrew's | |
| St Anne's Oratory | |
| St Columba's Church | |
| St Mary's | |
| St Patrick's | |
| Tamlaught O'Crilly |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kilrea
What is the population of Kilrea?
Kilrea has a population of 1,616 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,043.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kilrea?
Kilrea 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 45.7 inches.
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