Rathfriland, United Kingdom

Northern Ireland · United Kingdom

Rathfriland is a small town in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,063. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

2,063 Population 3/sq mi density
276 ft Elevation 84 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
54.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Rathfriland

Rathfriland

Rathfriland is a village in County Down, Northern Ireland. It is 8 miles (13 km) north-east of Newry.

People

Population2,063
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain54.2 in/yr
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Population2,063
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Coordinates54.2500°, -6.1667°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceNorthern Ireland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation54.2 inches (1,377 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Rathfriland

Rathfriland is a small town in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 2,063. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet (84 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Rathfriland experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Area641.4 sq mi (1,661.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates54.2500°N, 6.1667°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.2"
43% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.30"
Driest Month (May) 3.11"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 6.3 in Coldest, Wettest
February 40°F (4°C) 4.8 in
March 43°F (6°C) 5.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.3 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 4.2 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.2 in
October 49°F (10°C) 5.4 in
November 43°F (6°C) 5.6 in
December 40°F (4°C) 5.8 in

Rathfriland has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and May the driest (3.1").

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Schools in Rathfriland

10 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Patrick's Primary School - - - -
Rathfriland High School - - - -
St Colman's Primary School and All Saints' Nursery Unit - - - -
Brontë Primary School - - - -
Drumadonnell Primary School - - - -
St Patrick's Primary School - - - -
St Paul's Primary School - - - -
Iveagh Primary School - - - -
St Mary's Primary School - - - -
St Marys Primary School Dechomet - - - -
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Radio Stations near Rathfriland

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Q Radio Belfast - MP3 128 kbps
LMFM Country (IE) - AAC 127 kbps
BFBS Northern Ireland (IE) - AAC+ 64 kbps
SVETUR - MP3 128 kbps
Raidió Fáilte indie, rock MP3 128 kbps
Svetur (IE) - AAC+ 32 kbps
Mdog Radio - MP3 320 kbps
Raidió Fáilte 107.1fm belfast, irish traditional MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Rathfriland

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Barn Museum
Brownlow House
Greenore Railway Museum
Louth County Museum
Newry and Mourne Museum
Railway Museum

Libraries in Rathfriland

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Banbridge Library0.0
Bessbrook Library0.0
Brownlow Library0.0
Castlewellan Library0.0
Craigavon Museum Service0.0
Dromore Library0.0
Dundalk Library and Library HQ0.0
Kilkeel Library0.0
Lurgan Library0.0
Moira Library0.0
Newry City Library0.0
Tandragee Library0.0
The Bronte Library Rathfriland0.0
Warrenpoint Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Rathfriland

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Newry Market
St Vincent de paul
St Vincent de Paul

Hotels in Rathfriland

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clonmurr B&B

Restaurants in Rathfriland

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Flax at Turley's
Loft 56

Gas Stations in Rathfriland

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Emo
Esso
Killen's
Milestone Service Station
Mourneview Garage

Banks in Rathfriland

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dromara & Drumgooland Credit Union

Breweries in Rathfriland

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Beer Hut Brewing
MashDown Brewery
Mourne Mountains Brewery
Spadetown Brewery
Whitewater Brewing Co.

Stadiums & Teams in Rathfriland

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Airports Near Rathfriland

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Belfast International AirportBFSLarge Airport
George Best Belfast City AirportBHDMedium Airport
Adamstown Airfield-Small Airport
Athboy Airfield-Small Airport
Aughrim Airstrip-Small Airport
Ballyboughal Aerodrome-Small Airport
Ballyhavil Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Blackhill Airstrip-Small Airport
Carstown Ultralight Airstrip-Small Airport
Coalisland Airstrip-Small Airport
Crossmaglen Airstrip-Small Airport
Derryogue-Small Airport
Donnydeade Airstrip-Small Airport
Drumgurra Airstrip-Small Airport
Dungannon Airstrip-Small Airport
Dunnyvadden Airstrip-Small Airport
Dunslaughlin Airstrip-Small Airport
Ellistown Airstrip-Small Airport
Laytown Airstrip-Small Airport
Mayobridge Airstrip-Small Airport
Mullaglass-Small Airport
Navan Airfield-Small Airport
Newry private Airstrip-Small Airport
Newtownards Airport-Small Airport
Rathfriland Airstrip-Small Airport
Redrock Airstrip-Small Airport
Slemish Airfield-Small Airport
Slieve Croob Airfield-Small Airport
Tandragee Airstrip-Small Airport
Tarsan Lane Microlights-Small Airport
The Moy Airstrip-Small Airport
Tobertaskin Airstrip-Small Airport
Trim Aerodrome-Small Airport
Wild Geese Skydive Centre-Small Airport
Woodview Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Rathfriland

5 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
1 Monteith Road, Banbridge, BT32 5AT
Ballinaskeagh Post Office
Cabra Post Office
Hilltown Post Office
Rathfriland Post Office

Treatment Centers in Rathfriland

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cuan Mhuire Newry

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rathfriland

29 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ballyroney Presbyterian Church
Brookevale
Clonduff Presbyterian Church
Drumballyroney Church
Drumgooland Presbyterian Church
Drumlough Gospel Hall
First Annaclone Presbyterian Church
First Rathfriland Presbyterian Church
Glascar Presbyterian Church
Gransha Gospel Hall
Hilltown Presbyterian Church
Katesbridge Presbyterian Church
Moneyslane Free Presbyterian Church
Rathfriland Baptist Church
Rathfriland Elim
Rathfriland Reformed Presbyterian Church
Ryan's Presbyterian Church
Saint John's Church of Ireland
Saint Mary's Roman Catholic Church
Second Rathfriland Presbyterian Church
Shanaghan Gospel Hall
St John's Church of Ireland
St John's RC Church
St John's RC Church
St Mary's
St Mary's RC Church
St Patrick's RC Church
St. Colman's Catholic Church
Third Rathfriland Presbyterian Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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What is the population of Rathfriland?

Rathfriland has a population of 2,063 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 641.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rathfriland?

Rathfriland has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 54.2 inches.

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