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Longford, Ireland
Leinster · Ireland
Longford is a small city in Leinster, Ireland with a population of 7,787. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Longford
Longford is the county town of County Longford in Ireland. It had a population of 10,952 at the 2022 census. It is the biggest town in the county and about one third of the county's population lives there. Longford lies at the meeting of Ireland's N4 and N5 roads, which means that traffic travelling between Dublin and County Mayo, or north County Roscommon passes around the town. Longford railway station, on the Dublin-Sligo line, is used heavily by commuters.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,787 |
| Population Density | 98 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.7254°, -7.7982° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Leinster |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.7 inches (1,058 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Longford
Longford is a small city in Ireland (Leinster) with a population of 7,787. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet (53 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 41.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Area | 79.8 sq mi (206.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 98/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.7254°N, 7.7982°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 44°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 4.3 in |
Longford has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and April the driest (2.6").
Schools in Longford
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scoil Eimear National School | - | - | - | - |
| St. John's National School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Christopher's Day Centre / Leamore Park Industries | - | - | - | - |
| Templemichael College | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Mel's College | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Michael's National School | - | - | - | - |
| Gaelscoil Longfoirt | - | - | - | - |
| Stonepark National School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Longford
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loughrea Community Radio | - | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Longford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cavan & Leitrim Railway | ||||
| North Midland Transport Collection | ||||
| The Rectory |
Libraries in Longford
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arvagh Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ballymahon Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Drumlish Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edgeworthstown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lanesborough Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Longford Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Longford County Library (1st Floor) | 0.0 | |||||
| Mohill Branch Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Longford
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country Market |
Hotels in Longford
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Longford
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Longford
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Longford
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Longford
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Longford
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Longford
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Longford
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Longford
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Longford
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Longford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mel's Brewery | ||||
| Wide Street Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Longford
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Longford
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Enniskillen/St Angelo Airport | ENK | Medium Airport |
| Abbeyshrule Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Ballyjamesduff Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Benfield Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Birr Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Camus Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clonbullogue Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Clonkeiffy Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Craddenstown Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dorans Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eyne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gay Tracy Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Granard Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Limetree Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lough Sheelin Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mullingar-Milltownpass Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Spollens Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stradbally Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Taggarts Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tibohine Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Longford
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Longford Post Office | |
| Longford Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Longford
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Longford Islamic Centre | |
| Longford Methodist Church | |
| Saint Mel's Cathedral | |
| St Catherine's Church | |
| St Oliver Plunkett's Church | |
| St. Anne's Church | |
| St. Catherine's Church | |
| St. John's Church | |
| St. Michael's Church | |
| St. Patrick's Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ireland
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Longford?
Longford has a population of 7,787 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 98 people per square mile, spread across 79.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Longford?
Longford 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. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches.