Predictions for the weekend’s weather indicate a blend of sunshine and rain, with the southern parts of the country potentially experiencing heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. Saturday’s forecast suggests unsettled weather, with intermittent sunny spots and scattered rainfall, predominantly in the regions of Munster and south Leinster during the morning and afternoon. Met Éireann warns of possible severe, thunderous downpours which could result in localized flooding. Periods of strong westerly winds are expected in the south, lessening in the later part of the day when temperatures are anticipated to reach between 13 and 17 degrees.
The majority of regions should witness a clear and dry spell tonight, although isolated heavy showers may persist. Ulster will likely see incoming rainfall and drizzle from the north towards morning, with the mercury dipping between 5 to 9 degrees. Winds are expected to be light to moderate and may vary from west to northwest.
Sunday’s forecast suggests a predominantly cloudy day with northern regions experiencing light rainfall or drizzle. Southern regions, however, should enjoy drier and brighter weather with some sunny spots and a few showers. Temperature highs of 13 to 18 degrees are expected, with the south and east being slightly milder. Winds will be light to moderate and primarily from the west to northwest.
Sunday night promises to be largely cloudy with light rainfall or drizzle in the northern parts and clearer dry spells in the south, with minimum temperatures of 9 to 12 degrees under a light to moderate northwesterly wind. Monday morning is predicted to be predominantly cloudy with light rain or drizzle, with conditions improving throughout the day, allowing for a few bright or sunny spells and highs from 13 to 18 degrees. Northern areas may see some light showers on Monday night under a light to moderate northerly breeze and temperatures from 8 to 11 degrees.
Tuesday is expected to be predominantly dry with a blend of sunny spells and clouds. A few showers may occur, mainly around the northern coasts, with highs reaching up to 13 to 16 degrees under a light to moderate northerly breeze. Tuesday night is forecasted to be clear and dry with temperatures dropping between 4 and 7 degrees and light north to northwest winds.
Wednesday’s outlook is positive with dry conditions and sunny spells predicted, temperatures are anticipated to reach between 14 and 18 degrees under light, varying breezes. The weather outlook for the latter part of the week, however, suggests a return to unsettled conditions.