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Portlaoise, Ireland
Leinster · Ireland
Portlaoise is a small city in Leinster, Ireland with a population of 13,622. Elevation: 331 ft (101 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Portlaoise
Portlaoise, known until 1929 as Maryborough, is the county town of County Laois, Ireland.
It is in the South Midlands in the province of Leinster.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,622 |
| Population Density | 2,917 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 331 ft (101 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.0344°, -7.2998° |
| 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 Portlaoise
Portlaoise is a small city in Ireland (Leinster) with a population of 13,622. The city sits at an elevation of 331 feet (101 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.
Climate in Portlaoise
Portlaoise has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (15.4°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1162 mm.
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 | 331 ft (101 m) |
| Area | 4.7 sq mi (12.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,917/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.0344°N, 7.2998°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 |
Portlaoise 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").
Colleges & Universities in Portlaoise
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESB Line School | College | - | , |
| Laois Education Centre | College | - | Visit → |
| Loetb | College | - | Visit → |
| National Ambulance Service College | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Portlaoise
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballyfin National School | - | - | - | - |
| Gael Scoil Phort Laoise | - | - | - | - |
| Portlaoise College | - | - | - | - |
| Scoil Bhríde National School | - | - | - | - |
| Scoil Mhuire Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ballyfin National School | - | - | - | - |
| Portlaoise Vocational School and Senior College | - | - | - | - |
| Kolbe Special School | - | - | - | - |
| Holy Family Schools' Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Francis school | - | - | - | - |
| Portlaoise Educate Together National School | - | - | - | - |
| Fraoch Mor National School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary's CBS | - | - | - | - |
| Scoil Chriost Ri | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Portlaoise
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newstalk Ireland | news | AAC+ 25 kbps | |
| Kfm 97.6 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SOLID GOLD RADIO IRELAND | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Cenzura | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Portlaoise
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeyleix Heritage Centre | ||||
| Clonaslee Heritage Centre | ||||
| Footprints In Coal | ||||
| Irish Fly Fishing and Game Shooting Museum | ||||
| Old Warehouse | ||||
| Stradbally Steam Museum | ||||
| Timahoe Heritage Centre |
Libraries in Portlaoise
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeyleix Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Castlecomer Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Durrow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Laois County Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Laois Library Local Studies and H.Q. | 0.0 | |||||
| Monasterevan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Monasterevin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mountrath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portarlington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portlaoise Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadbally Arthouse and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tullamore Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Portlaoise
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antique Shop | |||||
| Country Markets | |||||
| The Storeyard | |||||
| Wool Shop |
Hotels in Portlaoise
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Portlaoise
31 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Portlaoise
11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Portlaoise
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Portlaoise
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Portlaoise
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Portlaoise
3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Portlaoise
6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Portlaoise
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Portlaoise
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Portlaoise
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Portlaoise
12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Portlaoise
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Portlaoise
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Portlaoise
9 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Portlaoise
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Portlaoise
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballykilcavan Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Portlaoise
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Portlaoise
36 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abbeyleix Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Abbeyshrule Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Adamstown Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Allenwood Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Athboy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ballyboe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Benfield Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Birr Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Borris-in-Ossory Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clonbullogue Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Craddenstown 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 |
| ILAS Wexford Airfield | - | 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 |
| 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 Portlaoise
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Portlaoise Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Portlaoise
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Portlaoise Methodist Church | |
| Saint Fintan's Church | |
| Saints Peter and Paul | |
| St. Peter's Church of Ireland | |
| Toberacullen | |
| Toberlehern |
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What is the population of Portlaoise?
Portlaoise has a population of 13,622 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 2,917 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Portlaoise?
Portlaoise 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.