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Rathkeale, Ireland
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Rathkeale is a small town in Munster, Ireland with a population of 1,550. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
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About Rathkeale
Rathkeale is a town in west County Limerick, in Ireland. It is 30 km (18 mi) southwest of Limerick city on the N21 road to Tralee, County Kerry, and lies on the River Deel. The town is in a townland and civil parish of the same name.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,550 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.5244°, -8.9381° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Munster |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.3 inches (1,024 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rathkeale
Rathkeale is a small town in Ireland (Munster) with a population of 1,550. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Climate in Rathkeale
Rathkeale has an average annual temperature of 10.8°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.2°C), the coldest is Jan (6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1020 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Area | 364.9 sq mi (945.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.5244°N, 8.9381°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
Rathkeale has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 43°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.5") and May the driest (2.3").
Schools in Rathkeale
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. James' National School | — | — | — | — |
| Croagh National School | — | — | — | — |
| Coláiste na Trócaire | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Rathkeale
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish Country Music Radio | country, folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Limerick's Live 95FM | adult contemporary, local news | AAC 128 kbps | |
| C103 West | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| C103 North | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Wired FM - FM 99.9 - Limerick, Ireland | college, education | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RabbitHole Radio | — | MP3 | |
| live 95 (US) | rock | MP3 64 kbps | |
| SPIN South West | — | AAC+ 89 kbps | |
| GOCOM Radio | — | MP3 | |
| Scariff Bay Community Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Rathkeale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Air Venture | ||||
| Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum | ||||
| National Co-op Museum | ||||
| Shannon Airport Aviation Gallery |
Libraries in Rathkeale
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newcastle West Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon | 0.0 | |||||
| William Smith O’Brien Public Library, Newmarket-on-Fergus | 0.0 |
Hotels in Rathkeale
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rathkeale
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rathkeale
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rathkeale
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Rathkeale
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cork International Airport | ORK | Large Airport |
| Shannon Airport | SNN | Large Airport |
| Kerry Airport | KIR | Medium Airport |
| Abbeyfeale Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brittas House Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Connemara Regional Airport | NNR | Small Airport |
| Coonagh Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Craughwell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Erinagh Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Feohanagh Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Inisheer Aerodrome | INQ | Small Airport |
| Inishmaan Aerodrome | IIA | Small Airport |
| Inishmore Aerodrome | IOR | Small Airport |
| Rathcoole Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Spanish Point Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rathkeale
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ballingarrane Methodist Church | |
| St James Church, Cappagh |
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What is the population of Rathkeale?
Rathkeale has a population of 1,550 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 364.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rathkeale?
Rathkeale has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.3 inches.