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Irish Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Climate
- Irish Daily Mirror
Weather expert issues storm warning as 'very, very strong winds' to hit Ireland
A weather expert has warned that Ireland could be hit by stormy conditions in the early parts of next week. Alan O'Reilly, the hobbyist meteorologist who runs the popular Carlow Weather social media pages, issued a weather update to his followers on Monday evening (July 28) and revealed current models show that "very, very strong winds" are currently forecast to batter the country next Tuesday (August 5). O'Reilly said that both the GFS and ECMWF weather charts show a risk of a low pressure storm making landfall here following the August Bank Holiday weekend, although the weather expert conceded that forecast 'could chop and change' over the coming week. In a video message to his followers, O'Reilly said: "Monday evening, we have some rain moving in from the west going across the country. Rainfall amounts generally low, but there will be some rain. "Tuesday and Wednesday, there will be a lot of cloud [with] some scattered showers. If you are going to the Galway Races bring that brolly or raincoat, but not a lot of rain. "Thursday we will see more in the way of sunny spells, but still some showers as well on Thursday." O'Reilly said that current indications suggest the August Bank Holiday weekend will start off dry with some good sunny spells expected on Friday. However, a spell of rain is forecast to arrive on Saturday, with stormy conditions then predicted to hit on Tuesday. "The good news is Friday's looking pretty good with good sunny spells and not too many showers, so a good start to the long weekend," he said. "Saturday looks okay until a risk of rain moving in from the northwest. Now the worst of that (is) probably over Saturday night into Sunday, but the timing and intensity of that is something to keep an eye on. "Sunday then, very uncertain yet but it looks like it could be a mix of showers as well. "Monday then really, really uncertain. The GFS weather model bring a low with wind and rain moving in from Monday. "The ECMWF weather model, the European one, keeps that away but when it comes [to] Tuesday, very, very strong winds right across the country. "Now, it's a week out, it's very uncertain and so it's going to chop and change, but the GFS and the ECMWF are both showing a risk of a low pressure storm moving us towards Monday, Tuesday, hopefully Tuesday. "But I wouldn't get too worried at the moment, but it's certainly something to keep an eye on." Despite the potential for a storm to arrive next week, O'Reilly said that there is some positive news on the weather front, with current indications suggesting that the storm conditions will be followed by a spell of high pressure which will usher in clear skies, light winds, and generally settled conditions. "The good news is once that clears high pressure looks likely to move in for next week," he told his followers. "So it might be a short term loss in terms of some wind and rain but then high pressure moving in. "So fingers crossed that we get the high pressure and the low pressure stays to the north." Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here. The Irish Mirror's Crime Writers Michael O'Toole and Paul Healy are writing a new weekly newsletter called Crime Ireland. Click here to sign up and get it delivered to your inbox every week
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Met Eireann forecast 21C weekend as ‘settled weather to start August' with high pressure to build next week
WEATHER experts have revealed we will see an upwards trend in our weather next week as temperatures rise and high pressure develops. It comes as 2 Temperatures are expected to soar for the August Bank Holiday next weekend Credit: Meteologix 2 Temperatures are already expected to soar this weekend Credit: Meteologix Weather bosses revealed temperatures will range from 16C right up to that 21C across the country over the next few days. Today will start with a mix of sunny spells and scattered showers, with some of those turning heavy towards this evening. However, Alan O'Reilly at Carlow Weather promised a positive evening for most after those heavy spells. Posting on X he said: "Sunny spells and just odd shower with a nice evening ahead for many." READ MORE IN NEWS Into tonight then we will see isolated showers amid a try start. Cloud will develop as the night progresses, dragging rain across the country. Overnight temperatures only falling to 14C though. Tomorrow, 21C temperatures will be accompanied by further cloud and scattered showers to start. Most read in Irish News Again, some of those spells will be heavy in parts of the country. However, Met Eireann promised "sunny intervals" are also expected. 'We should've known better', says stranded beachgoers as hundreds of Irish flock to overcrowded beach as temps hit 30.8C Sunday night will see long and clear spells with just some isolated showers in parts. It will be foggy though and cloud will build later in the night. Temperatures staying at 21C for Monday amid a mixed bag of conditions. Met Eireann said: "Largely dry with sunny spells at first. However, cloud will continue to build from the west bringing patchy rain and drizzle. "Limited sunny spells will break through, the best of these will be later in the day. "Highest temperatures of 17C to 21C in light to moderate westerly breezes. "Some clear spells at first but mostly cloudy overnight with outbreaks of rain moving in from the west, most persistent in the north. "A mild night with temperatures not falling below 13C to 16C in light, occasionally moderate west or southwest breezes." REST OF THE WEEK Despite a "damp" start to Tuesday mercury will soar to 22C. Drier intervals will occur during the day after some scattered early outbreaks. And another 22C day is on the cards for Wednesday with a "dry and bright evening". Met Eireann said: "Cloudy to start with rain and drizzle but sunny spells and scattered showers will develop through the day. "Showers will become more isolated later with a largely dry and bright evening. "Highest temperatures of 17C to 22C in mostly light northwesterly winds." AUGUST BANK HOLIDAY Current indications from experts suggest a sunny and hot start to August, with a summery bank holiday weekend. Cathal Nolan of Ireland's Weather Channel said high pressure is set to build, pushing temperatures up. Posting on Facebook he said: "If we take a look at the trends from some of the leading forecast models over the past number of days, it's becoming clearer that a more pronounced spell of settle weather may well develop during the first week of August, with high pressure expected to increase build from the southwest. "This extension of the Azores high looks set to have a positive impact on our weather, leading to greater sunshine levels, while keep rainfall at bay, and also increasing our temperatures. "Values throughout will trend more above average, with a chance of some warmer days also."
Irish Daily Mirror
22-07-2025
- Climate
- Irish Daily Mirror
Weather expert pinpoints areas set to be hit by heavy rainfall in grim forecast
After a miserable Monday for many people in the Eastern parts of the country which saw more than 50mm of rainfall in Dublin and Louth, drier conditions are thankfully on the week this week. However, it seems we are not completely out of the woods just yet, with a weather expert warning that heavy downpours are on the way once again on Tuesday evening, with one area set to be hit hardest. Alan O'Reilly, who mans the ever reliable Carlow Weather social media pages, issued an update to his followers on Monday evening and warned that those based in Southern counties should brace for a some downpours over the coming hours. "Scattered showers Tuesday and some could be heavy in Southern areas later in afternoon and evening," O'Reilly wrote in a post alongside an image of the Harmoine weather model which shows that Kerry, Cork and Waterford are expected to bare the brunt of the miserable conditions. According to Met Eireann, we can expect more settled weather for the rest of the week, with drier and brighter conditions developing, and just occasional showers or outbreaks of rain. The national forecaster has said there will be a mix of cloud and bright spells this morning with scattered showers, mainly in the southwest at first. More frequent showers will then spread from the west later in the morning and early afternoon, turning heavy at times, particularly in the south, where they will continue through the evening. A rather mild day for July is in store, with highest temperatures of 16C to 19C with a light to moderate west to northwest breeze. Showers will continue to become more isolated tonight with dry conditions and clear spells developing for most, although cloud will build from the northwest later with well scattered showers following towards morning. Wednesday is due to begin largely cloudy with some showers, mainly in the northwest. However, sunny spells are expected to develop at times, increasing throughout the day with showers clearing to leave a dry evening for most, with highest temperatures of 16C to 20C with a light to moderate northwesterly breeze, fresher at times near northeastern coasts. Wednesday night is forecast to be mostly dry with long clear spells, although cloud will build from the west towards morning. Thursday will be mostly dry to start with cloud continuing to build from the west bringing a few spots of light rain and drizzle. But there will be some brighter and sunnier spells in the afternoon before outbreaks of rain and drizzle develop near Atlantic coasts later in the evening, with highest temperatures of 17C to 21C degrees expected. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.
The Irish Sun
21-07-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Watch horror moment Irish village submerged underwater as cars struggle to drive after heavy rain batters Ireland
THIS is the shocking moment a busy Irish village was submerged under water after heavy rain battered the country. Devastating footage shows the swamped streets of Dromcollogher on the Cork-Limerick border after the flash floods from thunderstorms on Sunday. Advertisement 5 A village suffered a flash flood from thunderstorms yesterday Credit: Carlow Weather/x 5 The access to the village was cut off on its three main arteries Credit: Carlow Weather/x 5 Many roads were left impassable Credit: Carlow Weather/x This weekend, The videos shared by Alan O'Reilly of The intense rain left the area under at least two feet of water. And many Advertisement READ MORE ON NEWS It can pose Many turbulent swirls and small debris, such as leaves, twigs and slit, were seen being swept along the water down the streets. Concerned residents of The flood also left roads impassable for hours, many Advertisement Most read in Irish News Sandbags were also distributed to protect local properties at risk. Floodwater gushes into New York city subway station amid heavy rainfall "Fire crews and roads staff are onsite. I had driven through Dromcollogher earlier and all was quiet and peaceful. Advertisement "Hope everyone is safe at this point." He stated that the council housing directorate is arranging accommodation for the families that were affected by the flood. Michael confirmed that all roads in the area are open after emergency crews' efforts to pump out the water and a clean-up operation is currently underway. 'SCARY TIMES' In the wake of the flash floods, people on Advertisement One person wrote: "Scary times, I hope everyone is okay." Another person added: "Pray for the poor people and their flooded homes, hope the council will rehome affected people..." The third person said: "Such scary sights, hope everyone is staying safe." The fourth person added: "So much water... I hope people stay home and stay safe." Advertisement 5 Emergency services were deployed to help the stranded villagers Credit: Carlow Weather/x 5 Further heavy rain is expected to fall today Credit: Meteologix
Irish Daily Mirror
18-07-2025
- Climate
- Irish Daily Mirror
New Ireland weather maps turn dark blue as expert makes dire prediction
A week is long time where Irish weather is concerned. This time last week, most of us were basking in near 30°C heat, warm sunshine and cool sea breezes. And as beautiful the weather is in Ireland sometimes, it's almost never consistent. While it's currently still warm and muggy, the long hours of sunshine have all but disappeared and if Met Eireann are to be believed, it looks like things will get progressively worse over the coming days. New weather maps published by on Friday showed larges swathes of blue above Ireland on Saturday. The blue sections on the map denote rainfall. According to the charts, the heaviest of the rain is expected in the south of the country. One Ireland based weather expert, Alan O'Reilly, from the ever reliable Carlow Weather, made a dire prediction on X (formerly Twitter) on Friday morning. Alan warned against the possibility of "heavy rain" across parts of Ireland over the weekend but there was good news for people living in the north. "A cloudy Friday but only the odd shower and a few bright spells will develop later," posted Alan. He continued: "Saturday will see heavy rain move into the South around lunchtime and over 20mm is possible Saturday in Southwest. Northern areas will escape most of it though." Alan's warning comes only hours after he flagged how different weather models made alternative rainfall predictions for the weekend. "Lot of uncertainty around rainfall forecast over next few days, the ECMWF model that Met Éireann app/site uses for beyond next 2 days shows a lot of rain but GFS model that some other apps and sites use shows a lot less. So if you are seeing a difference that is why," said Alan. Saturday night: Showery outbreaks of rain will continue to slowly extend northwards over much of the country, reaching northern areas towards morning as drier and clearer conditions develop in the south. Lowest temperatures of 10 to 15 degrees in moderate cyclonic variable winds Sunday: A mix of sunny spells with showers or showery outbreaks of rain, heavy at times with possible thunderstorms, especially in the north. It will be driest generally in southern areas. Highest temperatures of 17 to 22 degrees with moderate cyclonic variable winds easing light westerly through the day Sunday night: Largely dry in the south at first with clear spells. Showery outbreaks of rain in the north, heavy at times with the continued possibility of thunderstorms will gradually extend southwards. Lowest temperatures of 8 to 13 degrees in mostly light northwesterly breezes Monday: Rather cloudy with further showers or showery outbreaks of rain, heaviest and most persistent in the south with further thunderstorms possible. Later in the day, showers will ease for many with some sunny spells breaking through. However, it will remain mostly cloudy and wet in the north. Highest temperatures of 16 to 21 degrees, coolest for Atlantic areas with moderate, occasionally fresh westerly winds developing. Tuesday: Frequent showers or longer spells of rain will continue to affect the north and northwest through the day. Further south there will be sunny spells and well scattered showers. Highest temperatures of 15 to 19 degrees generally in mostly moderate westerly winds. Further outlook: Current indications suggest the following days will be mixed but with more in the way of dry intervals. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.
