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Extra.ie
14-07-2025
- Climate
- Extra.ie
The sky's the limit: RTE's weather forecast just got a major upgrade
After more than eight years of the same graphics, RTÉ has officially hit refresh on its weather forecasts, bringing high-tech visuals, enhanced local detail, and a greener approach to the nation's screens. Starting from today, viewers will notice something very different: a sleek 3D map of Ireland that shows off our beloved valleys, coastlines, and mountain ranges in vivid detail. Forget vague blobs – towns and regions are now individually highlighted, so you can finally stop guessing whether 'southwest' actually means you. The new look RTÉ Weather forecasts. Pic: RTÉ Weather And when the skies turn stormy? Severe weather warnings will pop in bold, high-contrast formats you can't miss, perfect for catching your attention mid-tea sip. Animated timelines will show things like rain moving across the country or heat creeping in day by day. Meterologist Mark Bowe. Pic: RTÉ Weather So why the big change? Besides making things more presentable, it's all about accuracy and clarity. The upgrade taps into the latest forecasting models and climate data to better reflect the unpredictable drama of Irish weather. 'Weather is more than temperature and rainfall – it's about planning, protection, public trust and safety,' said David Timpson, Manager of RTÉ Weather. 'This new system allows us to produce clearer, more engaging content across multiple platforms, using the most reliable data from our partners at Met Éireann, while staying true to our editorial purpose. Meterologist Mark Bowe. Pic: RTÉ Weather 'With graphics and capabilities that are now best-in-class internationally, we're proud to bring Irish audiences a weather service that rivals leading broadcasters around the world.' That partnership with Met Éireann remains central to the forecast's success. The national meteorological service provides the crucial data behind the magic – and now it's being visualised like never before. 'Our collaboration with RTÉ is rooted in public service. Clear communication of weather information is an essential part of this service,' said Gerry Murphy, Met Éireann's Television Meteorologist Team Lead. Meterologist Mark Bowe. Pic: RTÉ Weather 'With this new weather graphics system, our data and expert analyses can be visualised with greater clarity than ever before. Our goal is to fully exploit this system to ensure that viewers have a clear understanding.' With 58 forecasts pumped out each week, the RTÉ Weather team is one of the busiest corners of the building. So whether you're planning your weekend hike, debating the washing line vs the tumble dryer, or bracing for another weather warning, RTÉ's new forecasts promise to keep you informed.
RTÉ News
14-07-2025
- Climate
- RTÉ News
RTÉ weather launches revamped forecast graphics and map
RTÉ Weather has launched a new graphics system and overhauled its on-screen presentation in its first upgrade in over eight years. The revamp will feature additional towns that are local to specific areas in conjunction with a new 3D map of Ireland that will showcase topography, such as mountains, valleys and coastlines more clearly. RTÉ said the upgrade will make it easier "easier to understand how conditions are expected to change" through animations that will show changing weather conditions, such as rainfall moving across the country. The system, it said, will allow for "improved accuracy and visualisation" by integrating the latest forecasting models and emerging climate data. The broadcaster said the upgrade reflects "a renewed commitment to public service, scientific credibility and sustainable production". David Timpson, Manager of RTÉ Weather, said the revamped forecasts will "produce clearer, more engaging content across multiple platforms, using the most reliable data from our partners at Met Éireann, while staying true to our editorial purpose". "With graphics and capabilities that are now best-in-class internationally, we're proud to bring Irish audiences a weather service that rivals leading broadcasters around the world," he added. Met Éireann's Television Meteorologist Team Lead said clear communication of weather information is "an essential" aspect of the service. "With this new weather graphics system, our data and expert analyses can be visualised with greater clarity than ever before," Gerry Murphy said. He said the forecaster will use the system to "ensure that viewers have a clear understanding of upcoming weather and can prepare with confidence for weather impacts".
Irish Independent
14-07-2025
- Climate
- Irish Independent
First look at RTÉ's new weather forecast: ‘Major upgrade rivals leading broadcasters around the world'
Marking the 'first major visual overhaul' to RTÉ's weather forecast in more than eight years, viewers will now see a more complete 3D map of Ireland on-screen. The new map will allow viewers to see mountains, valley and coastlines more clearly. It will also individually highlight local towns and regions, 'making it easier for people to see tailored forecasts for where they live'. Changes in weather conditions over time will also be presented more clearly with animations like rainfall moving across the country or temperatures rising during the week. 'Weather is more than temperature and rainfall – it's about planning, protection, public trust and safety,' manager of RTÉ Weather David Timpson said. 'This new system allows us to produce clearer, more engaging content across multiple platforms, using the most reliable data from our partners at Met Éireann, while staying true to our editorial purpose. 'With graphics and capabilities that are now best-in-class internationally, we're proud to bring Irish audiences a weather service that rivals leading broadcasters around the world.' The new system will also better communicate severe weather warnings with 'bold, high-contrast formats for greater impact'. RTÉ has said 'the latest forecasting models and emerging climate data' will be factored into the new system, improving the accuracy of the forecast and allow for the visualisation of Ireland's 'complex and rapidly changing weather conditions'. The team of meteorologists and presenters with RTÉ Weather produce 58 weather forecasts every week. Gerry Murphy, Met Éireann's television meteorologist team lead said: 'Our collaboration with RTÉ is rooted in public service. Clear communication of weather information is an essential part of this service. ADVERTISEMENT 'With this new weather graphics system, our data and expert analyses can be visualised with greater clarity than ever before. 'Our goal is to fully exploit this system to ensure that viewers have a clear understanding of upcoming weather and can prepare with confidence for weather impacts'.
Irish Daily Mirror
14-07-2025
- Climate
- Irish Daily Mirror
RTÉ and Met Éireann unveil new-look weather forecasting
People in towns and villages across the country will be able to see the weather forecast for their local area - thanks to an overhaul of RTE's weather forecasting. Today, the national broadcaster will unveil the major upgrade - marking the first major visual overhaul in eight years. Viewers at home will now see a 3D map of Ireland with enhanced topography that allows them to see mountains, valleys and coastlines more clearly. Local towns and regions will now be individually highlighted, making it easier for people to see tailored forecasts for where they live. Severe weather warnings will appear in bold, high-contrast formats for greater impact, and animations will now show forecasts over time - such as rainfall moving across the country or temperatures rising through the week. This will make it easier to understand how conditions are expected to change. The launch also reaffirms the longstanding partnership between RTÉ and Met Éireann, Ireland's national meteorological service. David Timpson, manager of RTÉ Weather, said: 'Weather is more than temperature and rainfall — it's about planning, protection, public trust and safety. This new system allows us to produce clearer, more engaging content across multiple platforms, using the most reliable data from our partners at Met Éireann, while staying true to our editorial purpose. 'With graphics and capabilities that are now best-in-class internationally, we're proud to bring Irish audiences a weather service that rivals leading broadcasters around the world.' Gerry Murphy, Met Éireann's television meteorologist team lead, said: 'Our collaboration with RTÉ is rooted in public service. 'Clear communication of weather information is an essential part of this service. With this new weather graphics system, our data and expert analyses can be visualised with greater clarity than ever before. 'Our goal is to fully exploit this system to ensure that viewers have a clear understanding of upcoming weather and can prepare with confidence for weather impacts.' Meanwhile, the country's heatwave came to a sudden end on Sunday evening with a thunderstorm warning in place across much of the country. Despite the mercury hitting highs above 31 degrees on Saturday, the weather is set to change as we enter a new week. Met Éireann is warning of heavy, thundery downpours, which could lead to lightning damage, surface water flooding, difficult travelling conditions and may impact some outdoor events. Rain will continue moving northward on Monday morning and will be followed by sunny spells and scattered showers, Met Éireann said. More heavy and thundery downpours are possible, with highs of 14 to 23 degrees. This week is set to be generally unsettled as low pressure dominates, according to the forecaster. It comes after the highest temperature of the year so far was recorded on Saturday with the mercury hitting 31.1 degrees at Mount Dillon in Co Roscommon. Watch RTÉ Weather new look forecasts across RTÉ from today (Monday 14 July) beginning on RTÉ One from 11.30 am, on RTÉ Player and on
RTÉ News
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Be sure to visit the RTÉ tent at Bloom this June BH weekend
Taking place over the June Bank Holiday weekend, and running from 9am to 6pm daily, Bord Bia's Bloom is set to celebrate its 18th birthday with spectacular entertainment and heavenly gardens. Spanning 70 acres of Dublin's Phoenix Park, the spectacular gardening event is a great coming together for garden designers, flower growers, landscapers, plantaholics, garden-furniture makers, food fanatics and anyone who loves to garden. RTÉ returns to the Phoenix Park with a feast of live music, chat, live shows from RTÉ Radio 1 and RTÉ lyric fm favourites, conversations hosted by Audrey McGrath, regular live RTÉ Weather updates, and much more. So, RTÉ has something for everyone at Bord Bia Bloom from Thursday, 29 May – Monday, 2 June. Marty Whelan will kick off RTÉ's five-day schedule at 10am on Thursday 29 May with a special Marty in the Morning featuring great live music, chat and special guests over two enjoyable hours. Join Marty as he catches up with some of the garden designers taking part in this year's festival and brings you his unique style of entertainment, including occasional dad jokes. For updates, tune into Marty in the Morning on RTÉ lyric fm in the lead up to Bord Bia Bloom, weekdays 7am – 10am. Later that day, from 2pm - 4pm Liz Nolan will bring her popular RTÉ lyric fm programme, The Full Score to Bloom, with live music from members of the wonderful RTÉ Concert Orchestra, and some special guests. There will be live RTÉ Weather updates on Thursday and every day from Bloom, three times daily on RTÉ One. Friday: An afternoon of great live radio On Friday, join RTÉ Radio 1's The Louise Duffy Show at 12 noon as she brings a beautiful selection of tunes for all tastes, specially chosen for a June Bank Holiday Friday at Bord Bia Bloom, before handing over to Lorcan Murray for his Classic Drive live and on RTÉ lyric fm from 1pm – 3pm with music, chat and green-fingered guests for listeners and visitors live from the RTÉ set. Lorcan has put together a bright and blossoming playlist for the event and some enjoyable live musical performances. Saturday: Lazing on a sunny afternoon Saturday starts bright and early as Philip Boucher-Hayes presents a special edition of Countrywide from Bord Bia Bloom at 8am on RTÉ Radio 1. Then on Saturday afternoon you can enjoy the company of Simon Delaney from 1pm – 3pm as he celebrates Ireland's festival of flowers, food and fun. Fans of Simon's Sunday afternoon show can expect the same mix of easy chat, good humour and great jazz as we join him in the perfect outdoor setting. We can also look forward to onstage performances from Aoife Mulholland and Niall O'Sullivan. Following the success of In Conversation with Audrey McGrath at last September's National Ploughing Championships, Audrey invites special guests to join her in conversation on stage at the RTÉ set on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Timings will be confirmed before June Bank Holiday weekend. In full Bloom on Sunday and Monday In addition to regular RTÉ Weather reports and conversations with Audrey McGrath, join George Hamilton for music and chat in Hamilton Scores also live on RTÉ lyric fm from 10am - 1pm on Sunday, while Derek Mooney will be right at home in nature for a special Mooney Goes Wild live on RTÉ Radio 1 from 3pm - 4pm on Monday. And don't forget that Marty Morrissey and Áine Lawlor will be back on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player with Bloom, capturing the fun and colour of the June bank holiday weekend at Bord Bia Bloom. See the full RTÉ live at Bord Bia Bloom schedule below and stay tuned to RTÉ lyric fm, RTÉ Radio 1 and RTÉ's social media accounts for more updates on what you can enjoy with RTÉ at Bord Bia Bloom 2025. RTÉ HIGHLIGHTS at Bord Bia Bloom THURSDAY 29 MAY 10:00 - 12:00: Marty In The Morning - live and on RTÉ lyric fm 14:00 - 16:00: The Full Score with Liz Nolan (live with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra) - live & on RTÉ lyric fm RTÉ Weather: broadcast on RTÉ One at various times throughout the day. FRIDAY 30 MAY 12:00 - 13:00: The Louise Duffy Show - live and on RTÉ Radio 1 13:00 - 15:00: Lorcan Murray presents Classic Drive - live From Bloom and on RTÉ lyric fm RTÉ Weather: broadcast at various times throughout the day. SATURDAY 31 MAY 08:00 - 09:00: Countrywide with Philip Boucher Hayes on RTÉ Radio 1 13:00 - 15:00: Saturday Afternoon with Simon Delaney (with Aoife Mulholland & Niall O'Sullivan) TBC: In Conversation with Audrey McGrath RTÉ Weather: broadcast at various times throughout the day.
