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Waterford, Ireland
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Waterford is a mid-size city in Munster, Ireland with a population of 53,504. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Waterford
Waterford is a city in County Waterford in the south-east of Ireland. It is located within the province of Munster. The city is situated at the head of Waterford Harbour. It is the oldest and the fifth most populous city in the Republic of Ireland. It is the ninth most populous settlement on the island of Ireland. As of the 2022 census, 60,079 people lived in the city and its suburbs.
People
Climate
| Population | 53,504 |
| Population Density | 3,334 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.2583°, -7.1119° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Munster |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.6 inches (955 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Waterford
Waterford is a mid-size city in Ireland (Munster) with a population of 53,504. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Climate in Waterford
Waterford has an average annual temperature of 10.1°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (15.7°C), the coldest is Jan (4.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1256 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 16.1 sq mi (41.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,334/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.2583°N, 7.1119°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 4.2 in |
Waterford has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 42°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (2.1").
Colleges & Universities in Waterford
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrick on Suir Further Education & Training Centre | College | - | , |
| Grennan College | College | - | , |
| Kildalton College | College | - | Visit → |
| South East Technological University - Applied Technology Campus | University | - | Visit → |
| South East Technological University - Applied Technology Campus | University | - | Visit → |
| South East Technological University - College Street Campus | University | - | Visit → |
| South East Technological University - College Street Campus | University | 1994 | Visit → |
| South East Technological University - Cork Road Campus | University | - | Visit → |
| South East Technological University - Granary Campus | University | - | Visit → |
| South East Technological University - Granary Campus | University | 2011 | Visit → |
| South East Technological University - West Campus | University | - | Visit → |
| Tramore Further Education and Training Centre | College | - | Visit → |
| Waterford Adult Learning Centre | College | - | Visit → |
| Waterford College of Further Education | College | - | , |
| Waterford Youthreach | College | - | , |
Schools in Waterford
28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterpark College | - | - | - | - |
| Waterford Teachers' Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Ringville National School | - | - | - | - |
| St. John of God National School | - | - | - | - |
| Scoil Mhuire National School | - | - | - | - |
| Presentation Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Stephen's De La Salle BNS | - | - | - | - |
| Presentation Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Christchurch National School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Declan's National School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Paul's National School | - | - | - | - |
| Gael Scoil Phort Lairge | - | - | - | - |
| Gael Cholaiste Phort Lairge | - | - | - | - |
| Waterpark National School | - | - | - | - |
| De La Salle College | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Joseph's School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Mary's Boys National School | - | - | - | - |
| Our Lady of Good Counsel Girls National School | - | - | - | - |
| Abbey Community College | - | - | - | - |
| St. Mary's National School, Ballygunner | - | - | - | - |
| Slieverue National School | - | - | - | - |
| Mount Sion CBS Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mount Sion Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Martin's Special School | - | - | - | - |
| Scoil Lorcain Boys National School | - | - | - | - |
| Newtown Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Saviours National School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Paul's Community College | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Waterford
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zenith Classic Rock | album tracks, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Zenith Classic Rock (GB) | art rock, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Deise Christmas Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Waterford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop's Palace Museum | ||||
| Irish Museum of Time | ||||
| Irish Silver Museum | ||||
| Irish Wake Museum | ||||
| John F. Kennedy Arboretum Museum | ||||
| Medieval Museum | ||||
| Portlaw Heritage Centre | ||||
| Reginald's Tower | ||||
| Woodstock Heritage Museum |
Libraries in Waterford
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ardkeen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brown's Road Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carrickphierish Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dunmore East Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ferrybank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Luke Wadding Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Ross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portlaw Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SETU Library - College Street Campus | 0.0 | |||||
| Tramore Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Waterford
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country Market | |||||
| Waterford Ross Co-op Marts |
Hotels in Waterford
12 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Waterford
49 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Waterford
54 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Waterford
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Waterford
4 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Waterford
12 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Waterford
10 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Waterford
8 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Waterford
4 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Waterford
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Waterford
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Waterford
18 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Waterford
13 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Waterford
5 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Waterford
23 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Waterford
4 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Waterford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopfully Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Waterford
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Waterford
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Waterford Airport | WAT | Medium Airport |
| Abbeyleix Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ballyboe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ballyvalloo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Borris-in-Ossory Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fethard Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gowran Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hacketstown Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| ILAS Wexford Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kilkenny Airport | KKY | Small Airport |
| Killamaster Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lickfinn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Maganey Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Waterford
7 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ballytruckle Post Office | |
| Cleaboy Post Office | |
| Ferrybank Post Office | |
| Gracedieu Post Office | |
| Lisduggan Post Office | |
| Newtown Post Office | |
| Waterford General Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Waterford
27 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abbeylands Church | |
| Calvary Waterford Christian Church | |
| Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity | |
| Christ Church Cathedral | |
| Church of the Assumption | |
| Church Of The Most Holy Trinity Without | |
| Church of the Sacred Heart | |
| Edmund Rice Chapel | |
| Franciscan Church | |
| Good Shepherd Chapel | |
| Holy Family Church | |
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Maranatha Community Church - Waterford | |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine | |
| Sacred Heart Church | |
| Saint John's | |
| Saint Mary's Church | |
| Saint Patrick's United Church | |
| Saint Paul's Church | |
| Saint Saviours Dominican Church |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Waterford
123 places within 15 km
- • Ardbeg Ringfort
- • Ballinageeragh Dolmen
- • Ballinlammy Ringfort
- • Ballydaw, Kilkenny
- • Ballyhobuck Ringfort
- + 62 more
- • Arthurstown Beach
- • Councillors Strand
- • Dromina Strand
- • Duncannon
- • Fornaght Strand
- + 6 more
- • Ballinlaw Castle
- • Ballyhack Castle
- • Beach Tower
- • Corluddy Castle
- • Double Tower
- + 11 more
- • Duncannon Fort
- • #44TheQuay
- • GOMA Gallery of Modern Art
- • Dunmore East Lighthouse
- • Ballyscanlon Hill
- • Lahardan Hill
- • Minaun Hill
- • Partridge Hill
- • Sugar Loaf Rock
- + 1 more
- • Ballynamorahan Church Ruin
- • Castle
- • Castle (In Ruins)
- • Church (In Ruins)
- • Church (Ruins of)
- + 11 more
- • High Point
- • The Baldy Man
- • The Minaun
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What is the population of Waterford?
Waterford has a population of 53,504 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 3,334 people per square mile, spread across 16.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Waterford?
Waterford has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches.