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Rathdowney, Ireland
Leinster · Ireland
Rathdowney is a small town in Leinster, Ireland with a population of 1,208. Elevation: 335 ft (102 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
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About Rathdowney
Rathdowney or Rathdowny is a small town in southwest County Laois, Ireland. It lies some 32 km southwest of Portlaoise in the Irish Midlands, at the point where the R433 regional road from Abbeyleix to Templemore is crossed by the R435 from Borris-in-Ossory to Johnstown. The R433 provides access for Rathdowney to the Dublin-Cork M8 motorway, while the R435 links the town to the Dublin-Limerick M7. As of the 2016 census, the population of Rathdowney was 1,271. The town is in a townland and civil parish of the same name.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,208 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 335 ft (102 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.8547°, -7.5803° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Leinster |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.9 inches (1,115 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rathdowney
Rathdowney is a small town in Ireland (Leinster) with a population of 1,208. The city sits at an elevation of 335 feet (102 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Climate in Rathdowney
Rathdowney has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (15.8°C), the coldest is Jan (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 853 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 335 ft (102 m) |
| Area | 439.7 sq mi (1,138.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.8547°N, 7.5803°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 4.6 in |
Rathdowney has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.6") and April the driest (2.7").
Schools in Rathdowney
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convent National Schools | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Fergal's College | — | — | — | — |
| Rathdowney National School | — | — | — | — |
| Clough National School | — | — | — | — |
| Scoil Bhríde | — | — | — | — |
| St Michael's National School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Rathdowney
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newstalk Ireland | news | AAC+ 25 kbps | |
| SOLID GOLD RADIO IRELAND | — | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Rathdowney
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeyleix Heritage Centre | ||||
| Donaghmore Famine Workhouse Museum | ||||
| Famine & War Museum | ||||
| Famine Warhouse 1848 | ||||
| Ionad Lachtain | ||||
| Irish Fly Fishing and Game Shooting Museum | ||||
| Lár na Páirce | ||||
| St. Mary's Famine and War Museum |
Libraries in Rathdowney
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeyleix Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Durrow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mountrath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rathdowney Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Roscrea Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thurles Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Urlingford Library | 0.0 |
Castles in Rathdowney
6 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rathdowney
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Rathdowney
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rathdowney
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rathdowney
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Rathdowney
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Rathdowney
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Rathdowney
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DejaBrew | ||||
| Slieve Bloom Brewing Company | ||||
| Whitefield Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Rathdowney
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rathdowney
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Waterford Airport | WAT | Medium Airport |
| Abbeyleix Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Abbeyshrule Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Allenwood Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ballyboe Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Benfield Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Birr Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Borris-in-Ossory Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Camus Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Clonbullogue Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Craddenstown Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dorans Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Erinagh Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eyne Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fethard Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gay Tracy Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gowran Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kildare Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Kilkenny Airport | KKY | Small Airport |
| Lickfinn Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Limetree Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Maganey Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mullingar-Milltownpass Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| O'Loughlin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pallas West Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Spollens Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stradbally Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Taggarts Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| The Forge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rathdowney
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Errill Post Office | |
| Rathdowney Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rathdowney
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bishop's Well | |
| Church of the Holy Trinity | |
| Donaghmore (C of I) | |
| Our Lady Queen of the Universe | |
| Rathsaran Church | |
| Saint Andrew's (C of I) | |
| Saint Canice's | |
| Saint Columba's Church | |
| Saint Patrick's Well | |
| St Tighernagh's |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Rathdowney
What is the population of Rathdowney?
Rathdowney has a population of 1,208 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 439.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rathdowney?
Rathdowney 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 60°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.9 inches.