Good weather 'just keeps on coming' - Met Éireann

Ireland is set to continue enjoying a spell of exceptionally good weather, with meteorologists predicting that high pressure will remain firmly in place throughout the current week and potentially into the next. This persistent atmospheric condition is bringing sustained warmth and sunshine across the country.

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The good weather just keeps on coming, high pressure is sticking around right through this week.

A specific high temperature warning, Status Yellow, has been issued for five western counties: Cork, Kerry, Limerick, Galway, and Mayo. This warning, effective from Monday afternoon until Wednesday morning, anticipates maximum temperatures exceeding 27 degrees Celsius. Overnight minimum temperatures in these areas are also expected to remain above 15C. Meteorologist Rebecca Cantwell highlighted potential issues associated with these high temperatures, including heat stress, water safety concerns, and uncomfortable sleeping conditions.

Despite the specific warning for the west, a broader weather advisory for warm weather is in place nationwide, indicating that all regions will experience significantly warm conditions. Cantwell emphasized that the "good weather just keeps on coming," suggesting the current pattern is unlikely to break soon. The forecast indicates that this pleasant weather could extend well into next week.

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The end is not near as of yet.

Looking towards the weekend, a slight moderation in temperatures is anticipated, particularly in northern areas, where temperatures might drop to the mid-teens or low 20s Celsius due to a developing northerly flow. However, much of the southern half of the country is still expected to see temperatures ranging from 20C to 25C. As the week progresses and the high-pressure system potentially shifts, temperatures are forecast to increase again into the following week, promising a continued period of warm weather for most of Ireland.

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The sun is very hot at the moment.