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Monaghan, Ireland
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Monaghan is a small city in Ulster, Ireland with a population of 7,894. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Monaghan
Monaghan is the county town of County Monaghan, Ireland. It also provides the name of its civil parish and Monaghan barony.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,894 |
| Population Density | 34 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.2459°, -6.9710° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Ulster |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.9 inches (1,063 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Monaghan
Monaghan is a small city in Ireland (Ulster) with a population of 7,894. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 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 41.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Climate in Monaghan
Monaghan 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 993 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 230.3 sq mi (596.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 34/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.2459°N, 6.9710°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 43°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) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 4.3 in |
Monaghan has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.3") and April the driest (2.6").
Colleges & Universities in Monaghan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monaghan Institute | College | - | Visit → |
| Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Monaghan
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaelscoil Monaghan | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Mary's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Leitrim National School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Macartan's College | - | - | - | - |
| St. Michael's National School Corcaghan | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Mary's National School | - | - | - | - |
| Coláiste Oiriall | - | - | - | - |
| Gaelscoil Ultain | - | - | - | - |
| Beech Hill College | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Louis Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| Monaghan Collegiate School | - | - | - | - |
| Monaghan Model School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Louis Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Mary's National School | - | - | - | - |
| Drumcruttan National School | - | - | - | - |
| Urbleshanny National School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Monaghan
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFBS Northern Ireland | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Armagh City Radio (GB) | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Monaghan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monaghan County Museum |
Libraries in Monaghan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballybay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Castleblayney Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cootehill Public Library and Arts Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Monaghan Branch Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Monaghan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clogher Mart |
Hotels in Monaghan
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Monaghan
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Monaghan
11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Monaghan
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Monaghan
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Monaghan
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Monaghan
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Monaghan
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Monaghan
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Monaghan
11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Monaghan
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Monaghan
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Monaghan
8 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Monaghan
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Monaghan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Monaghan
42 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Enniskillen/St Angelo Airport | ENK | Medium Airport |
| Abbeyshrule Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Adamstown Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Altamuskin | - | Small Airport |
| Athboy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ballyboughal Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Ballyjamesduff Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blackhill Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Carrickmore Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Carstown Ultralight Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clonkeiffy Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coalisland Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coulters Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Craddenstown Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crossmaglen Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Donnydeade Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dorans Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Drumgurra Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dungannon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dunnamanagh Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dunslaughlin Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ellistown Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Finn Valley Airfield UL | - | Small Airport |
| Granard Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Greaghlough Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laytown Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Letterkenny Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lough Sheelin Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mayobridge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mullaglass | - | Small Airport |
| Navan Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Newry private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rathfriland Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Redrock Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ruskey Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tandragee Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tarsan Lane Microlights | - | Small Airport |
| The Moy Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tobertaskin Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Trim Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Wild Geese Skydive Centre | - | Small Airport |
| Woodview Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Monaghan
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Monaghan Post Office | |
| Smithborough Post Office | |
| Threemilehouse Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Monaghan
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of the Immaculate Conception | |
| Methodist Chapel | |
| Monaghan Elim Pentecostal Church | |
| Monaghan Gospel Hall | |
| Presbyterian Church | |
| Saint Dympna's Church of Ireland | |
| Saint Joseph's Church | |
| Saint Killian's Church | |
| Saint Louis Convent Church | |
| Saint Macartan's Cathedral | |
| Saint Mary's Church | |
| Saint Mollua's Church | |
| Saint Patrick's Church | |
| Smithborough Presbyterian Church | |
| St Mary's Aghabog | |
| St. Aidan's Church | |
| St. Mary's R.C. Church | |
| St. Michael's Church | |
| St. Patrick's Church |
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What is the population of Monaghan?
Monaghan has a population of 7,894 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 230.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Monaghan?
Monaghan 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 41.9 inches.