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Whitegate, Ireland
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Whitegate is a small town in Munster, Ireland with a population of 1,154. Elevation: 138 ft (42 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Whitegate
The Whitegate refinery, near Whitegate, County Cork, is Ireland's only oil refinery. It has a capacity of 75,000 barrels of oil per day (bpd), sufficient to provide 40 percent of Ireland's fuel requirements. It was commissioned in 1959 and was redeveloped several times and produces a range of petroleum products.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,154 |
| Population Density | 334 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.8306°, -8.2297° |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
| Country | 🇮🇪 Ireland |
| State / Province | Munster |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.3 inches (1,074 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Whitegate
Whitegate is a small town in Ireland (Munster) with a population of 1,154. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet (42 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Dublin.
Climate in Whitegate
Whitegate has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (15.1°C), the coldest is Jan (5.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1248 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below Ireland avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 334/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.8306°N, 8.2297°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Dublin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 5.1 in |
Whitegate has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 42°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (2.1").
Schools in Whitegate
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitegate Mixed National School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Whitegate
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deep House Radio | deep house | MP3 128 kbps | |
| C103 West | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| BRIAN DALY | community radio, religious | MP3 | |
| C103 North | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| West Limerick 102 fm | local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| UCC 98.3FM | current affairs, music | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Whitegate
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cobh Museum | ||||
| Collins Barracks Military Museum | ||||
| Cork Folklore Project | ||||
| Heritage Centre | ||||
| Nano Nagle Heritage Centre | ||||
| Passage West Maritime Museum | ||||
| The Butter Museum | ||||
| The Counting House |
Libraries in Whitegate
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackpool Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carrigaline Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cork City & County Archives | 0.0 | |||||
| Cork City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Douglas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glanmire Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mayfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Midleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Passage West Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tory Top Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Whitegate
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackrock Sunday Market | |||||
| English Market | |||||
| Farmers Market | |||||
| Marina Market |
Golf Courses in Whitegate
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Whitegate
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blarney Brewing Company | ||||
| Cotton Ball Brewing Company | ||||
| Elbow Lane Brew and Smoke House | ||||
| Rising Sons Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Whitegate
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Whitegate
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cork International Airport | ORK | Large Airport |
| Ballyboe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clonakilty Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eniskeane Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Feohanagh Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fethard Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Whitegate
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| The Glen and District Neighbourhood Youth Project |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ireland
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Whitegate?
Whitegate has a population of 1,154 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 334 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Whitegate?
Whitegate 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 59°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.3 inches.