Ravenhill StadiumAbout Ravenhill Stadium
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.
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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.
Weather & Climate near Ravenhill Stadium
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 7° | -1° | 79 mm | overcast | 91% | 6.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
| February | Poor | 1° - 8° | 0° | 56 mm | overcast | 90% | 6.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.5h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 3° | 62 mm | overcast | 88% | 6.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 6° | 55 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.9h |
| May | Good | 7° - 16° | 12° | 55 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.8h |
| June | Good | 10° - 19° | 14° | 57 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.9h |
| July | Good | 12° - 21° | 16° | 59 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.4h |
| August | Good | 11° - 20° | 16° | 75 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.4 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 14.7h |
| September | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 75 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 13° | 7° | 81 mm | overcast | 88% | 6.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Acceptable | 3° - 9° | 3° | 74 mm | overcast | 90% | 6.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 7° | 5° | 75 mm | overcast | 91% | 6.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
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.