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Roscrea, Ireland
Munster · Ireland
Roscrea is a small city in Munster, Ireland with a population of 5,446. Elevation: 371 ft (113 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Roscrea
Roscrea is a market town in County Tipperary, Ireland. In 2022 it had a population of 5,542. Roscrea is one of the oldest towns in Ireland, having developed around the 7th century monastery of Saint Crónán of Roscrea, parts of which remain preserved today. The town is in a civil parish of the same name.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,446 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 371 ft (113 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.9511°, -7.8017° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Munster |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.8 inches (1,061 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Roscrea
Roscrea is a small city in Ireland (Munster) with a population of 5,446. The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet (113 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Climate in Roscrea
Roscrea has an average annual temperature of 9.9°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (15.4°C), the coldest is Jan (5.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 853 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 371 ft (113 m) |
| Area | 439.7 sq mi (1,138.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.9511°N, 7.8017°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 4.3 in |
Roscrea has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.4") and April the driest (2.6").
Schools in Roscrea
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's National School Corville | - | - | - | - |
| Cistercian College | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Cronans National School | - | - | - | - |
| Dromakeenan National School | - | - | - | - |
| Scoil Mhuire Lismackin | - | - | - | - |
| Roscomroe National School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Roscrea
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newstalk Ireland | news | AAC+ 25 kbps | |
| SOLID GOLD RADIO IRELAND | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Loughrea Community Radio | - | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Roscrea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birr Heritage Centre | ||||
| Donaghmore Famine Workhouse Museum | ||||
| Historic Science Centre | ||||
| Thomas MacDonagh Heritage Centre |
Libraries in Roscrea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banagher Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Birr Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cloughjordan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rathdowney Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Roscrea Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Urlingford Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Roscrea
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| An Corran | |||||
| Market Square |
Hotels in Roscrea
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Roscrea
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Roscrea
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Roscrea
3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Roscrea
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Roscrea
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Roscrea
5 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Roscrea
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Roscrea
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Roscrea
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Roscrea
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Roscrea
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Roscrea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Shannon Brewery | ||||
| Slieve Bloom Brewing Company | ||||
| Whitefield Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Roscrea
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Roscrea
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abbeyleix Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Abbeyshrule Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Ballyboe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Benfield Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Birr Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Borris-in-Ossory Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brittas House 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 |
| Kilkenny Airport | KKY | Small Airport |
| Lickfinn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Limetree Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mullingar-Milltownpass Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pallas West Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Spollens Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stradbally Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| The Forge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Roscrea
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Roscrea Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Roscrea
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Corbally Christ Church | |
| Lady's Well | |
| Methodist Church | |
| Mount Saint Joseph Abbey | |
| Saint Brigid's Church | |
| Saint Burchin's Church | |
| Saint Kieran's Well | |
| St. Cronan's Church | |
| St. John the Baptist Church | |
| St. Patrick's Church |
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Public Holidays in Ireland
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What is the population of Roscrea?
Roscrea has a population of 5,446 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 439.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Roscrea?
Roscrea 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 59°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.8 inches.