Maghera, United Kingdom
Northern Ireland · United Kingdom
Maghera is a small town in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 4,085. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 47°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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About Maghera
Maghera is a small town at the foot of the Glenshane Pass in Northern Ireland. Its population was 4,235 in the 2021 census. Formerly in the barony of Loughinsholin within the historic County Londonderry, it is today in the local-government district of Mid-Ulster.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,085 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 243 ft (74 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.8439°, -6.6715° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Northern Ireland |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.4 inches (1,459 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maghera
Maghera is a small town in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 4,085. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet (74 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.4°F |
| 12% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 243 ft (74 m) |
| Area | 1,083.3 sq mi (2,805.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.8439°N, 6.6715°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 4.6 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 6.0 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 6.1 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 6.1 in |
Maghera has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and May the driest (3.3").
Schools in Maghera
8 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Primary School Glenview | - | - | - | - |
| St. John's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Brigid's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Brigid's Primary School, Tirkane | - | - | - | - |
| Ampertaine Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maghera Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Patrick's Primary School (Glen) | - | - | - | - |
| St Patrick's College | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Maghera
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFBS Northern Ireland (IE) | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| SVETUR | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Svetur (IE) | - | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Maghera
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballymoney Museum | ||||
| Bellaghy Bawn | ||||
| Garvagh Museum | ||||
| Seamus Heaney HomePlace | ||||
| Seamus Heaney Homeplace |
Libraries in Maghera
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballymoney Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cookstown 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 |
Farmers Markets in Maghera
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castlecroft Square |
Hotels in Maghera
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Maghera
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Maghera
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Maghera
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Maghera
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Maghera
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Maghera
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Maghera
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Maghera
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloodline Brewing Company | ||||
| Heaney Brewery |
Airports Near Maghera
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast International Airport | BFS | Large Airport |
| City of Derry Airport | LDY | 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 |
| Mayobridge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mullaglass | - | Small Airport |
| Newry private Airstrip | - | 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 Maghera
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Fallaghloon Post Office | |
| Maghera Post Office | |
| Mayogall Post Office | |
| Swatragh Post Office | |
| Tirkane Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Maghera
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Roddens |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Maghera
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Culnady Presbyterian Church | |
| Knockloughrim Presbyterian Church | |
| Maghera Presbyterian Church | |
| Parish of Granaghan | |
| St Lurach | |
| St Mary's | |
| St Mary’s, Maghera | |
| St Patricks RC Church, Glen |
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Waterfalls Near Maghera
2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Maghera.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Altkeeran Waterfall | |
| Grillagh Waterfall | Height: 5 |
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What is the population of Maghera?
Maghera has a population of 4,085 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,083.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maghera?
Maghera has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 57.4 inches.
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