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Loughrea, Ireland
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Loughrea is a small city in Connacht, Ireland with a population of 5,556. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
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About Loughrea
Loughrea, is a town in County Galway, Ireland. It lies to the north of a range of wooded hills, the Slieve Aughty Mountains and Lough Rea, the lake from which it takes its name. The town's cathedral, St Brendan's, dominates the urban skyline. The town is in a townland and civil parish of the same name.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,556 |
| Population Density | 3,388 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 276 ft (84 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.1969°, -8.5669° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Connacht |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.4 inches (1,103 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Loughrea
Loughrea is a small city in Ireland (Connacht) with a population of 5,556. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet (84 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 43.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Climate in Loughrea
Loughrea 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 | 49.4°F |
| 9% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 276 ft (84 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,388/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.1969°N, 8.5669°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 4.3 in |
Loughrea has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.5") and April the driest (2.6").
Schools in Loughrea
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaelscoil Riabhach | — | — | — | — |
| Kilrickle National School | — | — | — | — |
| Kilcooly National School | — | — | — | — |
| St Brigids Vocational School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Brendans Boys National School | — | — | — | — |
| Gaelscoil Riabhach | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Raphael's College | — | — | — | — |
| Killeenadeema National School | — | — | — | — |
| Leitrim National School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Loughrea
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish Pub Radio | ballads, celtic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Flirt FM 101.3 | alternative, irish | MP3 128 kbps | |
| GOCOM Radio | — | MP3 | |
| Scariff Bay Community Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Galway Bay FM | galway, ireland | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Loughrea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battle of Aughrim Interpretative Centre | ||||
| Heritage Center | ||||
| Kiltartan Gregory Museum |
Libraries in Loughrea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athenry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Castleblakeny Heritage Centre & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Loughrea Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodford Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Loughrea
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athenry Mart |
Hotels in Loughrea
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Loughrea
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Loughrea
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Loughrea
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Loughrea
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Loughrea
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Loughrea
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Loughrea
3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Loughrea
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Loughrea
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Loughrea
4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Loughrea
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Loughrea
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland West Airport Knock | NOC | Large Airport |
| Shannon Airport | SNN | Large Airport |
| Ballyvarry Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Birr Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Brittas House Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Camus Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Coonagh Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Craughwell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Cregboy Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Erinagh Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gay Tracy Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pallas West Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| The Forge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tibohine Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Whites Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Loughrea
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Loughrea Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Loughrea
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abbey | |
| Chapel of Adoration | |
| Parish Church of St. Dymphna and St. Brendan Killeenadeema | |
| St Mary's | |
| St. Brendan's Cathedral |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ireland
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What is the population of Loughrea?
Loughrea has a population of 5,556 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 3,388 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Loughrea?
Loughrea 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 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches.