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Raphoe, Ireland

Ulster · Ireland

Raphoe is a small town in Ulster, Ireland with a population of 1,157. Elevation: 249 ft (76 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,157 Population 2,515/sq mi density
249 ft Elevation 76 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
62.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Dublin Timezone

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About Raphoe

Raphoe

Raphoe is a small town in County Donegal in the north-west of Ulster, the northern province in Ireland. It is the main town in the fertile district of East Donegal known as the Laggan. It gave its name to the Barony of Raphoe, which was later divided into the baronies of Raphoe North and Raphoe South, as well as to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Raphoe and the Church of Ireland (Anglican) Diocese of Derry and Raphoe. There is also a civil parish of Raphoe.

People

Population1,157
Density2,515/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain62.6 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Population1,157
Population Density2,515 / sq mi
Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Coordinates54.8747°, -7.5983°
TimezoneEurope/Dublin
Country🇮🇪 Ireland
State / ProvinceUlster
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation62.6 inches (1,590 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Raphoe

Raphoe is a small town in Ireland (Ulster) with a population of 1,157. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet (76 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 62.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.

Raphoe experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below Ireland avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density2,515/sq mi
Coordinates54.8747°N, 7.5983°W
TimezoneEurope/Dublin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.6"
65% above Ireland avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.93"
Driest Month (May) 3.39"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 6.7 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 4.7 in
March 44°F (6°C) 5.0 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.4 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
July 58°F (15°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 4.9 in
September 55°F (13°C) 5.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 6.9 in
November 45°F (7°C) 6.9 in Wettest
December 42°F (6°C) 6.9 in

Raphoe has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 41°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 62.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.9") and May the driest (3.4").

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Schools in Raphoe

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Royal and Prior Comprehensive School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Raphoe

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Highland Radio popular music, variety MP3 128 kbps
Northern Sound - AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Raphoe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Donegal County Museum

Libraries in Raphoe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Castlederg Library0.0
Letterkenny Library0.0
Lifford Library0.0
Milford Community Library0.0
Newtownstewart Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Strabane Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Raphoe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Former Gortlee Livestock Mart
Livestock Mart
Market Square

Restaurants in Raphoe

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Buffers

Train Stations in Raphoe

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Oakfield Park

Gas Stations in Raphoe

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centra

Breweries in Raphoe

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Barronscourt Brewing Company
Finn Valley Brewing Company
Kinnegar Brewing Company
Kinnegar K1 Brewery
Old Mill Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Raphoe

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Airports Near Raphoe

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
City of Derry AirportLDYMedium Airport
Donegal AirportCFNMedium Airport
Enniskillen/St Angelo AirportENKMedium Airport
Altamuskin-Small Airport
Ashfield - Russell's field UL-Small Airport
Bellarena Airfield-Small Airport
Carrickmore Airstrip-Small Airport
Carrigart Airstrip-Small Airport
Coulters Airstrip-Small Airport
Drumavish Airstrip-Small Airport
Dunnamanagh Airstrip-Small Airport
Finn Valley Airfield UL-Small Airport
Letterkenny Airfield-Small Airport
Pettigo Airstrip-Small Airport
Ruskey Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Raphoe

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Raphoe Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Raphoe

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Eunan's Cathedral, Raphoe

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Dublin
Elevation
40 m (131 ft)

🇮🇪 About Ireland

Capital Dublin
Population 4,853,506
Area 70,280 km²
GDP (USD) $567,372,737,459
GDP per capita $106,819
HDI 0.950
Life expectancy 82.9 years
Internet users 96.5%
Urban population 64.1%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages English, Irish
Calling code +353
TLD .ie
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Ireland

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Lá Caille
Feb 2 Saint Brigid's Day Lá Fhéile Bríde
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Lá Fhéile Pádraig
Apr 3 Good Friday Aoine an Chéasta
Apr 6 Easter Monday Luan Cásca
May 4 May Day Lá Bealtaine
Jun 1 June Holiday Lá Saoire i mí an Mheithimh
Aug 3 August Holiday Lá Saoire i mí Lúnasa
Oct 26 October Holiday Lá Saoire i mí Dheireadh Fómhair
Dec 25 Christmas Day Lá Nollag
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Lá Fhéile Stiofáin

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Frequently Asked Questions About Raphoe

What is the population of Raphoe?

Raphoe has a population of 1,157 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 2,515 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Raphoe?

Raphoe 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. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.6 inches.

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