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Sunday World
3 days ago
- Climate
- Sunday World
Met Éireann names the ‘best day' of the bank holiday weekend but showers expected
While there will again be showers on Sunday, it could be the day that gets the best of the weather over the bank holiday weekend. This bank holiday weekend will see plenty of showers but there will be one or two dry breaks as we make our way into June. It will start off dry in many areas today, though southern parts of the country will see some mist and drizzle. Rain will then spread across the country during the morning and afternoon, followed by a mixed day of sunny spells and scattered showers. Today will be 'quite breezy', according to Met Éireann, with highest temperatures of 15 to 20C. There will be some heavy rain overnight in the west and north of the country, but it will turn patchier heading towards the morning. Lows will range from 7 to 11C. Stock image: Getty News in 90 Seconds - May 31st While there will again be showers on Sunday, it could be the day that gets the best of the weather over the bank holiday weekend. "Tomorrow then, the 1st of June, it's going to be the start of meteorological summer and it's shaping up to be the best day of the weekend, with a mix of sunny spells and well scattered showers,' meteorologist Aoife Kealy said in Met Éireann's morning forecast. "The showers will be most frequent over the northern half of the country with the best of any sunshine further south.' Highest temperatures on Sunday will range from 13 to 18C. Met Éireann doesn't have much good news heading into next week, with rain and showers expected each day and some blustery weather at times. It will stay mostly dry on Sunday night with just a few showers, with lows of 5 to 9C, Bank holiday Monday will start mostly dry with a mix of sunny spells and some showers. It will turn cloudier from the morning into the afternoon, with rain spreading across the country and turning heavy in places. Highest temperatures will be between 13 and 17C. Both Tuesday and Wednesday are forecast to be a mixture of sunny spells and showers, while Met Éireann's outlook beyond that predicts more unsettled weather 'with showers and spells of rain'.
RTÉ News
30-04-2025
- Climate
- RTÉ News
Temperature records broken at 16 stations, data suggests
Highest temperature records for April have been broken at 16 weather stations across Ireland, provisional data from Met Éireann has shown. However, the record for the highest-ever April temperature is still 25.8C, which was recorded in Co Donegal in 1984. The highest temperature recorded so far today was 25.7C in Newport, Co Mayo. Co Galway recorded the second highest temperature, with the mercury hitting 25.3C in Athenry. The weather station in Mount Dillon, Co Roscommon recorded 25C. Three other weather stations recorded temperatures of 24C or above. They were Shannon Airport (24C), Casement, Co Dublin (24C) and Valentia, Co Kerry (24.7C). Met Éireann said it is only the second time temperatures above 25C have been recorded in April. The forecaster also added it was the second-highest "earliest climatological summer day". With temperatures still on the rise in places, numerous synoptic stations have broken their maximum temperature records for April 🧵👇 — Climate Services @ Met Éireann (@METclimate) April 30, 2025 Earlier, Met Éireann meteorologist Aoife Kealy today is set to be the warmest day of the year so far, with the warmest temperatures across the west and west Midlands. A southeasterly airflow will moderate temperatures to the east, she said, but most areas are likely to hit or get above 20C. Speaking on RTÉ's Today with Claire Byrne, Ms Kealy said that heat can act as fuel for heavy showers, and these might break out in the afternoon once the heat builds up. There may also be some thunder, she added. However, the showers should move quickly and will die off this evening, she said. Ms Kealy said there is a lot of dry weather ahead for the bank holiday weekend, with temperatures in the mid to high teens. But she said it should feel cooler from tomorrow. Tomorrow will be cooler and cloudier in the north, but will remain warm in the south, she said, but by Friday, all the warmer air will have gone, and temperatures will fall back to the mid to high teens. "It'll still be warmer than normal for many parts of the country and with the benefit of the sunshine it will feel quite warm still, just not as warm as it will feel today." The HSE has warned the public to stay "sun smart" during the warm weather. Clothing that covers as much skin as possible, lots of broad-spectrum sunscreen, hats, sunglasses and time in the shade are advised even when it appears cloudy. Deputy Head of Forecasting at Met Éireann Liz Coleman said: "The higher the UV index, the higher the risk of skin and eye damage. When the UV index is three or above, you need to protect your skin and eyes by following the Healthy Ireland SunSmart five S's. "Also don't assume that just because there is cloud that the sun's rays are not damaging. Be prepared and plan ahead by checking the UV forecast on Met Éireann's website."
Extra.ie
30-04-2025
- Climate
- Extra.ie
Could this mini heatwave see Ireland's April temperature record be broken?
The mini heatwave we're currently experiencing could see Ireland's record for the hottest April on record be broken, Met Éireann have predicted. Temperatures have soared to the low 20s (it's hot for April, we swear), with Irish people taking full advantage of the good weather with 99s and getting the drying done outside. However, Met Éireann have said that it could be the hottest April on record — with the record, 25.8C in Donegal, standing since 1984. The mini heatwave could see Ireland's record for the hottest April on record be broken, Met Éireann have predicted. Pic: 'That's the only time a temperature above 25C was ever recorded in Ireland in April,' Met Éireann meteorologist Aoife Kealy told RTÉ. 'Even if we don't hit that 25.8C mark it is likely that we are going to see one of the warmest April days today.' The west and midlands are set to be the warmest parts of the country in what will easily be the warmest day of the year so far, with the mercury staying around the high teens to low 20s nationwide. A peak of 23C yesterday saw parts of the country be hotter than the Canary Islands, with balmy conditions set to remain on Wednesday (April 30). #afternoonweatherIt'll be warm & mainly sunnyA few showers at times, most likely across the midlands & west. Some could be heavy with the chance of the odd isolated thunderstorm but most areas will stay dry Highs of 19 to 24, possibly 25 C with mainly light breezes — Met Éireann (@MetEireann) April 30, 2025 However, some showers will begin to pop up in the afternoon as the day goes on, mainly in the north, west and midlands — with some of them set to be heavy and possibly thundery. The showers and thunder won't be sticking around for long, however (thank god) with the country set to be dry and clear for the most part on Wednesday night. Lowest temperatures of 7C to 11C overnight. We'll be kicking off May with a clear divide across the north and south thanks to a cold front — with the north of the country set to be a little cooler than the south, which will remain warm. The country will be enjoying balmy temperatures on Wednesday before a cold front brings in a clear divide on Thursday. Pic: Connacht and Ulster can expect a mostly cloudy start to the day with patchy rain and drizzle, but clearer, sunnier conditions will spread from the northwest for the afternoon. Both provinces will feel much cooler compared to recent days, with highest temperatures of just 12C to 16C. In Leinster and Munster, however, tomorrow will be mostly sunny to begin with before cloud builds in the afternoon and a few showers begin breaking out. Highest temperatures for Leinster and Munster will range from 17C to 21C. Friday will be a cooler and cloudier day overall with a few light showers in the mix, but some bright or sunny breaks at times too. Highest temperatures will be 12C to 16C with a light to moderate northerly breeze. The night will be dry and clear with a few mist and fog patches forming.
RTÉ News
30-04-2025
- Climate
- RTÉ News
Warm weather could surpass April record
Today will likely be one of the warmest April days on record, Met Éireann has said. Met Éireann meteorologist Aoife Kealy said the hottest April was recorded in Donegal in 1984, and it was 25.8C. "That's the only time a temperature above 25C was ever recorded in Ireland in April. Even if we don't hit that 25.8C mark it is likely that we are going to see one of the warmest April days today." Ms Kealy added that it is set to be the warmest day of the year so far, with the warmest temperatures across the West and West Midlands. A South Easterly airflow will moderate temperatures to the East, she said, but most areas are likely to hit or get above 20C. #afternoonweather It'll be warm & mainly sunny A few showers at times, most likely across the midlands & west. Some could be heavy with the chance of the odd isolated thunderstorm but most areas will stay dry Highs of 19 to 24, possibly 25 C with mainly light breezes — Met Éireann (@MetEireann) April 30, 2025 Speaking on RTÉ's Today with Claire Byrne, Ms Kealy said that heat can act as fuel for heavy showers, and these might break out in the afternoon once the heat builds up. There may also be some thunder, she added. However, the showers should move quickly and will die off this evening, she said. Ms Kealy said there is a lot of dry weather ahead for the bank holiday weekend, with temperatures in the mid to high teens. But she said it should feel cooler from tomorrow.
