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Portarlington, Ireland
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Portarlington is a small city in Leinster, Ireland with a population of 7,788. Elevation: 220 ft (67 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
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About Portarlington
Portarlington, historically called Cooletoodera, is a town on the border of County Laois and County Offaly, Ireland. The River Barrow forms the border. Portarlington is around 70 kilometres (43 mi) west of Dublin. The town was recorded in the 2022 census as having a population of 9,288.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,788 |
| Population Density | 33 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.1622°, -7.1911° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Leinster |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.9 inches (962 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Portarlington
Portarlington is a small city in Ireland (Leinster) with a population of 7,788. The city sits at an elevation of 220 feet (67 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 37.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.2°F |
| 9% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| Area | 234.2 sq mi (606.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.1622°N, 7.1911°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
Portarlington has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and April the driest (2.4").
Schools in Portarlington
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Patrick’s Boys' National School | — | — | — | — |
| Presentation Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Coláiste Isogáin | — | — | — | — |
| Sandy Lane School Grounds | — | — | — | — |
| Cloneyhurke National School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Portarlington
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newstalk Ireland | news | AAC+ 25 kbps | |
| Clonmellon Community Radio | 60s, 70s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kfm 97.6 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SOLID GOLD RADIO IRELAND | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Cenzura | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Circle Of White Light Radio | local talk, news | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Portarlington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeyleix Heritage Centre | ||||
| Shackleton Museum | ||||
| Stradbally Steam Museum | ||||
| Timahoe Heritage Centre | ||||
| Town Hall |
Libraries in Portarlington
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeyleix Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Athy Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ballylinan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clocha Rince Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Laois County Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Laois Library Local Studies and H.Q. | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Monasterevan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Monasterevin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portarlington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portlaoise Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rathangan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadbally Arthouse and Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Portarlington
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antique Shop | |||||
| Country Markets | |||||
| The Storeyard | |||||
| Wool Shop |
Hotels in Portarlington
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Portarlington
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Portarlington
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Portarlington
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Portarlington
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Portarlington
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Portarlington
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Portarlington
4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Portarlington
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Portarlington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballykilcavan Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Portarlington
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Portarlington
43 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Casement Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Weston Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Abbeyleix Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Abbeyshrule Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Adamstown Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Allenwood Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Athboy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ballyjamesduff Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Benfield Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Birr Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Borris-in-Ossory Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Clonbullogue Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Clonkeiffy Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Craddenstown Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dolly's Grove Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dorans Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dunslaughlin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Eyne Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fethard Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gay Tracy Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gowran Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gowran Grange Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Granard Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Greaghlough Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hacketstown Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Kilbrook Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kildare Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Kilkenny Airport | KKY | Small Airport |
| Killamaster Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lickfinn Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Limetree Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lough Sheelin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lyons Estate Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Maganey Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Millicent Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Moyglare Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mullingar-Milltownpass Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Navan Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| O'Loughlin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Spollens Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stradbally Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Taggarts Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Trim Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Portarlington
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Portarlington Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Portarlington
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of the Immaculate Conception | |
| Saint Broghan's Well | |
| Saint Mary's Church | |
| Saint Michael's Church | |
| St Paul's (The French Church) | |
| The Lord's Well | |
| Toberkieran |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Portarlington?
Portarlington has a population of 7,788 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 234.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Portarlington?
Portarlington 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 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.9 inches.