Ravenhill Stadium

Stadium Rugby stadium in Belfast, home to Ulster Rugby

Rugby stadium in south Belfast serving as the home ground for Ulster Rugby; visitors attend matches, concerts and stadium events on matchdays.

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Ravenhill Stadium is a rugby union stadium in the Ravenhill area of south Belfast. It serves as the principal home ground for the Ulster Rugby team.

The venue contains seated stands, hospitality areas, and facilities for home fixtures and occasional events. Matchdays centre on provincial rugby fixtures and regional competitions.

Ravenhill has a long history as a rugby ground and has been redeveloped in phases to modernise spectator facilities and hospitality. Sponsorship naming has been applied to the stadium in recent years.

The stadium is located in the Ravenhill district of south Belfast, accessible from the city centre.

Ravenhill Stadium
Ravenhill Road, Belfast BT6 8HE, Northern Ireland
54.5764, -5.9044

How to Get to Ravenhill Stadium #

Ravenhill is south of Belfast city centre, accessible by local buses along the Ormeau Road or Ravenhill Road. From Belfast City Centre it is a 15-25 minute taxi ride; cycling and walking routes are possible from nearby neighbourhoods.

Tips for Visiting Ravenhill Stadium #

  • Check match schedules in advance - local games and events change public access and parking patterns.
  • Take public transport where possible; match days can clog roads around Ravenhill Road.

Best Time to Visit Ravenhill Stadium #

Visit for a match during the rugby season for the best atmosphere; otherwise off-season visits are calmer and better for photos.

Rugby season
September-May · 4-14°C (39-57°F)
When Ulster Rugby fixtures bring the stadium to life; expect atmosphere and crowds on match days.
Summer
June-August · 12-20°C (54-68°F)
Quieter for stadium tours and local events; easier travel around the area.

Weather & Climate near Ravenhill Stadium #

Climate

Ravenhill Stadium's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (803 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 32 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyMayJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
6.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.7h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
13.9h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
15.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 19°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
16.9h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 21°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
16.4h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 20°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
14.7h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with 81 mm of rain, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
13°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.3h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
6.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.1h daylight

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