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Shannon, Ireland
Munster · Ireland
Shannon is a small city in Munster, Ireland with a population of 9,729. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Shannon
Shannon or Shannon Town is a town in County Clare, Ireland. It was given town status on 1 January 1982. The town is named after the nearby River Shannon. It is located just off the N19 road, a spur of the N18/M18 road between Limerick and Ennis. It is the location of Shannon Airport, an international airport serving the Clare/Limerick region in the west of Ireland, as well as being the location of one of the two bases of Shanwick Oceanic Control which oversees transatlantic air traffic control over the western portion of the North Atlantic Ocean.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,729 |
| Population Density | 74 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.7039°, -8.8642° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Munster |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.2 inches (1,073 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Shannon
Shannon is a small city in Ireland (Munster) with a population of 9,729. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet (2 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Climate in Shannon
Shannon 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 | 50.8°F |
| 6% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 130.7 sq mi (338.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 74/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.7039°N, 8.8642°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
Shannon has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 42°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.6") and April the driest (2.4").
Schools in Shannon
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clonmoney National School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Patricks Comprehensive | - | - | - | - |
| Stonehall National School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Caimins Community School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Shannon
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish Country Music Radio | country, folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Irish Pub Radio | ballads, celtic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Limerick's Live 95FM | adult contemporary, local news | 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 Shannon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alice and Gwendoline Cave | ||||
| Atlantic Air Venture | ||||
| Clare County Museum | ||||
| Clare Museum | ||||
| Culture House | ||||
| Ennis Abbey | ||||
| Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum | ||||
| Hunt Museum | ||||
| King John's Visitor's Centre | ||||
| Leamy House | ||||
| Limerick Museum | ||||
| Shannon Airport Aviation Gallery |
Libraries in Shannon
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clare County Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clare County Library Local Studies Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Corofin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| County Library | 0.0 | |||||
| De Valera Public Library and Gallery | 0.0 | |||||
| Dooradoyle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Limerick City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Limerick City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newcastle West Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Roxboro Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon | 0.0 | |||||
| Watch House Cross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| William Smith O’Brien Public Library, Newmarket-on-Fergus | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shannon
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ennis Market | |||||
| Fair Green | |||||
| Milk Market |
Hotels in Shannon
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Shannon
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Shannon
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Shannon
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Shannon
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Shannon
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Shannon
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shannon
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Shannon
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Shannon
5 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Shannon
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Shannon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crew Brewing Company | ||||
| Treaty City Brewery | ||||
| Western Herd Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Shannon
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Shannon
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Cregboy Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Erinagh Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Feohanagh Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Inisheer Aerodrome | INQ | Small Airport |
| Inishmaan Aerodrome | IIA | Small Airport |
| Rathcoole Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Spanish Point Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| The Forge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Shannon
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post Office | |
| Shannon Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shannon
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mary Immaculate Church | |
| The Wells |
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What is the population of Shannon?
Shannon has a population of 9,729 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 74 people per square mile, spread across 130.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shannon?
Shannon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches.