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Roscommon, Ireland
Connacht · Ireland
Roscommon is a small city in Connacht, Ireland with a population of 5,693. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Roscommon
Roscommon is the county town and the largest town in County Roscommon in Ireland. It is roughly in the centre of Ireland, near the meeting of the N60, N61 and N63 roads. The town is in a civil parish of the same name.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,693 |
| Population Density | 1,842 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.6333°, -8.1833° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Connacht |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.1 inches (1,120 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Roscommon
Roscommon is a small city in Ireland (Connacht) with a population of 5,693. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.2°F |
| 9% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,842/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.6333°N, 8.1833°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 4.5 in |
Roscommon has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and April the driest (2.7").
Schools in Roscommon
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Coman's Wood Primary School (Abbey Campus) | - | - | - | - |
| CBS Roscommon | - | - | - | - |
| Cloverhill National School | - | - | - | - |
| Fuerty National School | - | - | - | - |
| Gaelscoil hÍde | - | - | - | - |
| St. Coman's Wood Primary School (Convent Campus) | - | - | - | - |
| Roscommon Convent of Mercy Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Roscommon School of Art | - | - | - | - |
| Runamoat National School | - | - | - | - |
| Ballymurray National School | - | - | - | - |
| Roscommon Community College | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Roscommon
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loughrea Community Radio | - | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Roscommon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athlone Castle | ||||
| Athlone Music Museum | ||||
| Cruachan Aí Heritage Centre | ||||
| Strokestown House | ||||
| Strokestown House |
Libraries in Roscommon
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athlone Civic Centre & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lanesborough Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Roscommon Town Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Strokestown Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Roscommon
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Roscommon
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Roscommon
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Roscommon
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Roscommon
3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Roscommon
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Roscommon
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Roscommon
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Roscommon
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Roscommon
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Roscommon
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Roscommon
8 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Roscommon
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Roscommon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dead Centre Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Roscommon
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Roscommon
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland West Airport Knock | NOC | Large Airport |
| Sligo Airport | SXL | Medium Airport |
| Abbeyshrule Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Birr Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Borris-in-Ossory Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Camus Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Craughwell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dorans Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gay Tracy Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Granard Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Spollens Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tibohine Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Whites Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Roscommon
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Knockcroghery Post Office | |
| Roscommon Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Roscommon
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assembly of Gods Church Ireland | |
| Church of the Assumption | |
| Cloongarrah RC Church | |
| Cloverhill Church | |
| Grace Community Church | |
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon | |
| Saint Catherine's Well | |
| Saint Cummans Episcopal Church | |
| Tobbereogue |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ireland
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What is the population of Roscommon?
Roscommon has a population of 5,693 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 1,842 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Roscommon?
Roscommon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°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 44.1 inches.