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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Met Eireann pinpoint exact date of heat return & rain end as best counties for ‘higher than usual' 20C temps revealed
IRELAND is set for a return to warm weather, with Met Eireann forecasting "higher than usual temperatures" in just a matter of days. The country was hit with a mini heatwave for almost two weeks last month before last weekend saw an unsettled 4 Weather bosses pinpointed the hot weather return Credit: meteireann 4 Temperatures could hit the high 20s later this month Credit: facebook But They pinpointed the second week in June, starting on Monday 9th, for the warm weather return. And they revealed that the eastern half of the country, housing counties Read more in Irish news Met Eireann said: "Temperatures are expected to be around average for this time of year with a signal for slightly higher than average temperatures across the eastern half of the country. "Precipitation amounts are expected to be average or slightly below for the majority of the country with the exception of the north which will see higher than average rainfall amounts." They explained that there is high pressure to the south of the country while there's a low pressure system in place in the northwest. And MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN The weather boffin said that a plume of warm air will move in from the Ireland hotter than Africa in 26C temps as weather bosses pinpoint huge 'change' Temperatures could return to the same high 20s that recently scorched the country. Posting on "The ECMWF 12z model run this evening showing a warmer plume of air moving up across Ireland and the UK around the 2nd week of June something that's has been showing on and of on a few models the past few days. "If this ecmwf model chart was to verify closer to the time we would be looking at temperatures in the high 20s. "The source of the very warm plume that develops originates across In the coming days however, the weather will continue to be unsettled amid sunny spells and showers. RAIN CLEARING Today will start off dry and bright but showers will hit the country later in the afternoon. According to Met Eireann: "Cloud will build in the southwest towards evening. "Highest temperatures of 11 to 16 degrees, coolest in the west and northwest, in a moderate westerly breeze." Tonight will see longer spells of rain over the country with light to moderate winds. Tomorrow is set to brighten up as the rain clears, with highest temperatures expected of 13C to 17C. Friday is set to be dry and bright before a rainy night brings cloud and rain on Saturday. And Sunday is predicted to be a mixture of rain and sunny spells with highs of 16C on the cards. Met Eireann confirmed: "A mix of sunshine and showers, with cloud increasing in the west through the day. "Highest temperatures of just 13 to 16 degrees in moderate westerly winds." 4 Ireland is waiting for some Leaving Cert weather to hit the country Credit: Meteologix 4 The country is continuing to be battered by rain in the meantime Credit: Meteologix
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Weather expert pinpoints where ‘very windy' 105kph ‘gale' gusts to hit as Met Eireann issue Status Yellow rain warning
A STATUS Yellow rainfall warning will kick in for three counties from 2pm this afternoon Met Eireann have warned. Galway, Mayo and Kerry will all be under the 4 Very heavy rain is expected in parts Credit: Meteologix 4 Wind gusts will be very strong Credit: Meteologix The weather bosses have warned very strong winds will accompany the downpours in the three counties. Expected impacts are localised flooding, poor visibility and difficult travelling conditions. Before the downpours star this afternoon will be "dry with plenty of sunshine". READ MORE IN NEWS But Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather on X said: "A lovely Monday morning, make the most of it as wind and rain will push in from West in evening." And meteorologist Cathal Nolan, who runs Ireland's Weather Channel, on Facebook outlined exactly what we can expect from today's weather. He warned of "very strong winds in the west" from this afternoon. Most read in Irish News He continued: "Good sunny spells to start with but around 2pm maybe 3pm in parts of the west will see very heavy rain developing for a time. "That's in relation to a very active cold front that's pushing its way across the country." Brit hols hotspot Majorca beaches turned white with ice deluged by rain & hail leaving… and MORE bad weather on way And Cathal pinpointed exactly where the strongest of those winds are set to hit. He explained: "From western coasts right the way from Slea Head to loop head, up to Connemara and directly then up to Eris Head and along by Bloody Foreland as well." Malin Head will also be hit the weather expert revealed. He said: "Along these particular costal areas we will see wind speeds getting up to 100kph to 105kph in one or two isolated locations." Amid the horror Tonight will start wet as that weather warning dies down but rain will eventually clear in to the Irish sea. Some scattered showers will reappear later on tonight but wind speeds will decrease. Tonight will sit around 6C. 4 A weather alert kicks in at 2pm Credit: Met Eireann 4 The warning is due to be lifted tonight Credit: Brian Lawless/PA Wire
The Irish Sun
29-05-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Met Eireann confirm ‘mainly dry' bank holiday in new full weekend forecast before ‘unsettled' Atlantic regime shake-up
IRELAND is set to see dry weather during this bank holiday weekend, despite a mobile Atlantic regime bringing mixed conditions. Advertisement 4 Ireland will enjoy a dry bank holiday Credit: Alamy Live News 4 Carlow Weather described today as 'dull' Credit: @CarlowWeather According to the latest Alan O'Reilly from Carlow Weather explained that today will be "dull", He said: "A dull Thursday morning with rain in Northern areas and a windy day ahead too." Some drier intervals are expected to develop in Connacht and Ulster during the afternoon. Advertisement READ MORE IN IRISH NEWS Temperatures will reach highs of between 15C to 19C. Tonight, it will be mostly clear with further outbreaks of rain and drizzle which will clear to the southeast by the morning. Clear intervals and some mist patches will follow, as mild temperatures are expected. It will range from 10C to 13C. Advertisement MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN Met Eireann confirmed tomorrow will be "mainly dry" with a fair amount of cloud and "some sunny breaks" - but scattered showers will develop in the afternoon. Temperatures will rise to between 16C and 20C. Friday night will be another "mainly dry" few hours with clear spells. And looking further ahead, Met Eireann warned of an Atlantic regime making its mark on Ireland with wet and windy conditions. Advertisement The weather forecaster explained: "A mobile Atlantic regime dominates bringing mixed and changeable conditions." Saturday will start off mainly dry, before rain spreads eastwards across the country through the morning and early afternoon. Rain will clear during the afternoon as sunshine and showers follow for the rest of the day. Some of the rain will be heavy in the northwest. UNSETTLED WEEK Met Eireann confirmed Saturday's temperatures will peak between 15C and 19C with moderate to fresh southwest winds - but it will become "very windy" near Atlantic coasts. Advertisement The weather boffins warned people in the worst-hit areas to prepare for "strong to gale force and gusty southwest winds" in the evening and continuing on Saturday night with more showers. Sunday will be breezy with a mix of sunshine and showers. It will be cooler, as high temperatures reach between 13C and 17C. Bank Holiday Monday will be mainly dry with sunny spells and a few showers. Advertisement Rain is set to develop in the west by the end of the day. This is set to spread eastwards through Monday night. Highest temperatures will range from 14C to 17C. Met Eireann added: "Current indications suggest that Tuesday will be a wet day and that the weather will continuing changeable and unsettled for the rest of next week." Advertisement 4 Met Eireann said the weekend will be 'mainly dry' Credit: Meteologix 4 It will be very windy near Atlantic coasts on Saturday night Credit: Meteologix
The Irish Sun
26-05-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Ireland set for major switch up, as Met Eireann warns ‘unsettled weather' to continue with rain and showers forecast
IRELAND is set to see a major switch up in weather this week, with scattered showers forecast. Advertisement 3 Rain is set to dominate much more than it has recently Credit: Meteologix 3 Showers will start as early as this morning Credit: Meteologix The The country is set to become cloudy and wet, as outbreaks of rain move eastwards across Ireland, Linda warned. This will turn heavy at times in the late afternoon and evening, as temperatures reach highs of between 11C and 15C. Tonight, rain will clear from the east, followed by clear spells and scattered showers, mainly over the northern half of Ireland. Advertisement READ MORE IN IRISH NEWS Linda warned: "Another spell of rain will move into the southwest later in the night", as temperatures drop to between 6C and 11C. Tomorrow morning will be wet, with Linda warning that rain will extend across the country from the southwest. It will then clear eastwards during the afternoon, as Linda warned that "it will stay generally cloudy with some showers". Temperatures will reach between 10C and 14C over the north of the country. Advertisement Most read in Irish News Latest Towards the south, temperatures will range from 14C to 18C. Met Eireann forecaster Linda Hughes warned that there will be unsettled weather in the coming days, with rain and showers. Met Eireann map pinpoints time rain to batter today as June forecast revealed Tomorrow night, the Irish public can expect scattered showers with a mix of cloud and clear spells, as mist and patches of fog develop. Temperatures will drop to between 5C and 11C, and will be coldest in the north. Advertisement On Wednesday, "there will be sunny spells and scattered showers at first," Linda warned, before cloud increases and rain spreads northeastwards over most of the country. Temperatures will reach highs of between 13C and 16C. Wednesday night will be breezy and wet, with rain and showers expected. Temperatures will drop to lows of 10C to 13C. Advertisement On Thursday, Linda warned that it will be "breezy and blustery with sunny spells and scattered showers". 'HAZY SUNNY SPELLS' Temperatures will reach highs of 13C to 17C. On Thursday night, it will be mostly dry with clear spells as showers become isolated. Winds are set to ease, as temperatures fall to between 6C and 10C. Advertisement On Friday, Linda noted that there will be "a dry start to the day with some hazy sunny spells." Rain will move in across southern areas, as temperatures reach highs of 14C to 16C. Met Eireann warned: "Current indications suggest that unsettled weather will continue for the weekend with spells of rain and showers." Linda said: "At the moment it looks like unsettled weather will continue for the weekend, with further spells of rain and showers". Advertisement 3 It's set to turn very wet Credit: Getty Images
The Irish Sun
23-05-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Irish holidaymakers warned as major heatwave to hit Spain in just days as exact locations revealed
IRISH holidaymakers have been warned that a major heatwave is set to hit Spain in just days. 2 A major heatwave is expected to hit Spain over the coming days Credit: Getty Images - Getty 2 The southern part of the country will see the highest temperatures Credit: Meteologix After a brief spell of cooler weather brought on by a Friday should still feel fairly mild, with much of the country staying in the 20s but it's set to be the last real chance for a break from the From Saturday and Sunday temperatures will start to climb with highs above 20C and inland regions pushing past 25C. Southern parts of the country including Extremadura, Castilla-La Mancha, Murcia and Andalusia are likely to see daytime highs soar above 30C. READ MORE IN TRAVEL And in the Guadalquivir Valley, Looking ahead to next week, the heat is expected to ramp up even more. Forecasts show constant sunshine, clear skies and temperatures well above what's normal for this time of year. By midweek, places along major river valleys like the Duero, Tajo, Guadiana, Guadalquivir and Ebro could be seeing temperatures 8–10C above average. Most read in News Travel By next Thursday, central Spain might be dealing with temperatures up to 12C higher than usual for late May. Top sunshine spots such as 'It's very important' - Ryanair's 'baggage sizers' warning to Irish passengers ahead of busy Easter break amid €75 fine Nights won't bring much relief either as minimum temperatures will rise across much of the country regardless of the time of day. While some northern inland areas might cool down a bit overnight, much of central, southern, and eastern Spain are set to stay above 12–15C. In coastal sunshine spots like Malaga and Almeria, nighttime temperatures could even reach 18–20C. Irish Staying hydrated, wearing sun protection and avoiding peak heat hours are now being strongly recommended. STAY SAFE If you are spending time outdoors, which many do on holiday, avoid going outside at the hottest point of the day, which is 11am to 3pm. You can stay cool by wearing light and loose-fitting clothes, as well as wide brimmed hats and The HSE encourage all people to regularly apply a broad-spectrum (UVA and UVB) water-resistant For adults, the recommended Finally, the HSE encourages all people in hotter weather to remain in the shade. can be serious if you find you cannot cool down within 30 minutes, and if it then turns to heatstroke, it should be treated as an emergency.
