Portrush, United Kingdom
Northern Ireland · United Kingdom
Portrush is a small city in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 6,684. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 49°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 Portrush
Portrush is a small seaside resort town on the north coast of County Antrim, Northern Ireland. It neighbours the resort of Portstewart in County Londonderry. The main part of the old town, including the railway station as well as most hotels, restaurants and bars, is built on a 1 mile (1.6 km)–long peninsula, Ramore Head. It had a population of 6,150 at the 2021 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,684 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.1959°, -6.6493° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Northern Ireland |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.4 inches (1,229 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Portrush
Portrush is a small city in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 6,684. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 1,043.6 sq mi (2,702.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.1959°N, 6.6493°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 720 | HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) | Questionable Earthquake | - | - | 127 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 5.1 in |
Portrush has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 41°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.4") and May the driest (2.5").
Schools in Portrush
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnalridge Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Portrush Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Patrick's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mill Strand Integrated Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Portrush
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Portrush
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballymoney Museum | ||||
| Coastal Zone | ||||
| Coleraine Museum | ||||
| Garvagh Museum |
Libraries in Portrush
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballymoney Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Coleraine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Garvagh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilrea Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portrush Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portstewart Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Portrush
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castlecroft Square | |||||
| Indoor Market |
Hotels in Portrush
12 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Portrush
14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Portrush
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Portrush
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Portrush
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Portrush
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Portrush
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Portrush
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Portrush
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Portrush
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Portrush
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Portrush
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Portrush
3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Portrush
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lacada Brewing Co-Op |
Airports Near Portrush
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast International Airport | BFS | Large Airport |
| City of Derry Airport | LDY | Medium Airport |
| Islay Airport | ILY | 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 |
| Knockrome Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Plains Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Slemish Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tarsan Lane Microlights | - | Small Airport |
| Wild Geese Skydive Centre | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Portrush
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Dhu Varren Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Portrush
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Roddens |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Portrush
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ballywatt Presbyterian Church | |
| Ballywillan Presbyterian Church | |
| Holy Trinity Parish Church | |
| Methodist Church | |
| Portrush Baptist Church | |
| Portrush Presbyterian Church | |
| St Patrick's |
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What is the population of Portrush?
Portrush has a population of 6,684 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 1,043.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Portrush?
Portrush has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 48.4 inches.
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