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Letterkenny, Ireland
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Letterkenny is a small city in Ulster, Ireland with a population of 19,274. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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About Letterkenny
Letterkenny, nicknamed the Cathedral Town, is a large town in County Donegal, Ireland, on the River Swilly in the north-west of the Ulster province. Along with the nearby city of Derry, Letterkenny is a regional economic gateway for the north-west of Ireland.
People
Climate
| Population | 19,274 |
| Population Density | 1,045 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.9500°, -7.7333° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Ulster |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.9 inches (1,802 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Letterkenny
Letterkenny is a small city in Ireland (Ulster) with a population of 19,274. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Climate in Letterkenny
Letterkenny has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C (49°F). The hottest month is Aug (14.6°C), the coldest is Jan (5.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1268 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 207 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 18.4 sq mi (47.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,045/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.9500°N, 7.7333°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 7.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 5.6 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | Driest |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 5.5 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 7.8 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 7.6 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 7.6 in |
Letterkenny has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 40°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 70.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.8") and May the driest (3.8").
Colleges & Universities in Letterkenny
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Technological University Donegal Letterkenny | University | — | Visit → |
| Donegal Education and Training Board | College | — | Visit → |
| Donegal Training Centre | College | — | Visit → |
| Stranorlar Regional Training Centre | College | — | Visit → |
Schools in Letterkenny
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coláiste Ailigh | — | — | — | — |
| Letterkenny Educate Together National School | — | — | — | — |
| Scoil Mhuire gan Smál | — | — | — | — |
| Ballyraine National School | — | — | — | — |
| Scoil Cholmcille | — | — | — | — |
| St. Eunan's College | — | — | — | — |
| Former Scoil Cholmcille | — | — | — | — |
| Loreto Secondary School Letterkenny | — | — | — | — |
| Woodlands National School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Letterkenny
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Radio | popular music, variety | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Northern Sound | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Letterkenny
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donegal County Museum | ||||
| Dunfanaghy Workhouse | ||||
| Dunree Centre | ||||
| Fort Dunree Military Museum |
Libraries in Letterkenny
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castlederg Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Letterkenny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Milford Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Letterkenny
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Former Gortlee Livestock Mart | |||||
| Livestock Mart | |||||
| Market Square |
Hotels in Letterkenny
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Letterkenny
15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Letterkenny
14 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Letterkenny
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Letterkenny
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Letterkenny
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Letterkenny
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Letterkenny
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Letterkenny
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Letterkenny
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Letterkenny
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Letterkenny
15 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Letterkenny
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Letterkenny
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finn Valley Brewing Company | ||||
| Kinnegar Brewing Company | ||||
| Kinnegar K1 Brewery | ||||
| Old Mill Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Letterkenny
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Letterkenny
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| City of Derry Airport | LDY | Medium Airport |
| Donegal Airport | CFN | Medium Airport |
| Enniskillen/St Angelo Airport | ENK | Medium Airport |
| Altamuskin | — | Small Airport |
| Ashfield - Russell's field UL | — | Small Airport |
| Carrickmore Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Carrigart Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Coulters Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Drumavish Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dunnamanagh Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Finn Valley Airfield UL | — | Small Airport |
| Letterkenny Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Pettigo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ruskey Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Letterkenny
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Letterkenny Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Letterkenny
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathedral of St. Eunan | |
| Conwal Parish Church | |
| Trinity Hall | |
| Trinity Presbyterian Church, Letterkenny |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ireland
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What is the population of Letterkenny?
Letterkenny has a population of 19,274 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 1,045 people per square mile, spread across 18.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Letterkenny?
Letterkenny 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 58°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.9 inches.