Night-time temperatures set to fall below zero as cold snap grips Ireland

Night-time temperatures set to fall below zero as cold snap grips Ireland

Ireland is set for a sharp drop in night-time temperatures in the coming days, with forecasters warning that readings could fall to -2°C in some areas. According to Met Éireann, conditions will turn noticeably colder overnight, bringing a risk of frost and icy patches. Rain before the chill Rain is expected in parts of the … Read more

Some schools closed across Ireland as severe cold snap hits country

Some schools closed across Ireland as severe cold snap hits country

Several schools and childcare institutions across Ireland remained closed today as severe cold weather and snowfall created hazardous conditions. Officials announced that some schools would open late while others would not open at all, with individual school management making decisions based on local conditions. Ireland experienced a severe cold snap this morning, with temperatures dropping … Read more

Ireland braces for extreme cold as Arctic air mass approaches

Ireland braces for extreme cold as Arctic air mass approaches

Ireland is preparing for a significant intensification of winter conditions as Met Éireann warns of an Arctic air mass arriving between January 1 and January 7. The national weather service has forecast temperatures in Dublin dropping to -1 degrees Celsius this week, with even colder conditions expected in the coming days. Met Éireann predicts temperatures … Read more

Ireland braces for sharp temperature drop as forecaster warns of midweek cold snap

Ireland braces for sharp temperature drop as forecaster warns of midweek cold snap

Ireland is set to experience a dramatic shift in weather conditions next week, with temperatures expected to plummet below zero degrees Celsius, according to weather experts. Forecaster Alan O’Reilly, who runs the widely-followed Carlow Weather social media page, has warned of a “big change” in conditions beginning on Wednesday. He cautioned that daytime temperatures could … Read more

Heavy rain warning issued for three Irish counties as wet weekend approaches

Heavy rain warning issued for three Irish counties as wet weekend approaches

Met Éireann has placed three northwest counties under a Status Yellow rain warning as Ireland braces for a weekend of unsettled weather conditions. The national weather service issued the warning for Donegal, Leitrim and Sligo on Thursday morning, which came into effect at 10am and will remain active until Friday at 10am. Forecasters are warning … Read more

Ireland records fourth warmest August amid ongoing climate trends

Ireland records fourth warmest August amid ongoing climate trends

August 2025 marked Ireland’s fourth warmest August on record, with an average temperature of 16.83°C, according to Met Éireann. It was also the ninth warmest month overall in 126 years of recorded data, continuing a six-month streak of unusually high temperatures. The highest temperature of the month was 28°C, recorded on Tuesday, August 12th. Sunshine … Read more

Ireland braces for warm and humid week with thunderstorms expected

Ireland braces for warm and humid week with thunderstorms expected

Ireland is set for another stretch of warm and humid weather this week, with temperatures reaching up to 26 degrees today before thunderstorms potentially bring relief from the sticky conditions, Met Éireann has forecast. The national weather service predicts that Munster and south Leinster will experience the warmest conditions today, with temperatures ranging between 21 … Read more

Ireland swelters under status yellow heat warning as temperatures hit 30 degrees

Ireland swelters under status yellow heat warning as temperatures hit 30 degrees

Ireland is experiencing its hottest weather of the year as a Status Yellow high temperature warning takes effect across the east and midlands, with temperatures climbing to 29 degrees by 5pm today. Fourteen counties including Dublin, Kildare, Meath, Louth, and Tipperary are under the warning, which remains in place until 6am tomorrow morning. Temperatures are … Read more

Ireland set for hottest day of the year as temperatures soar to 28 degrees

Ireland set for hottest day of the year as temperatures soar to 28 degrees

Irish weather enthusiasts can expect a delightful week ahead as the country prepares for its warmest conditions yet, with temperatures climbing to a sweltering 28 degrees by Friday. Today brings pleasant conditions across the midlands, east and south, where thermometers will reach a comfortable 23 degrees. While most areas enjoy dry weather, western and northern … Read more

Ireland to experience mix of rain and warmth with temperatures reaching 23°C

Ireland to experience mix of rain and warmth with temperatures reaching 23°C

Ireland is set for another week of warm weather, though it begins with rain tonight and tomorrow before improving later in the week, according to Met Éireann’s latest forecast. Today will bring a divided weather pattern across the country, with the western half enjoying spells of sunshine while eastern areas experience cloudier conditions accompanied by … Read more

Mixed weather expected for bank holiday weekend as February begins

Mixed weather expected for bank holiday weekend as February begins

Met Éireann forecasts a “changeable” start to February, with today beginning dry and sunny before giving way to varying conditions throughout the bank holiday weekend. While today offers sunny spells with temperatures between 7 to 10 degrees, western areas will experience increasing cloud cover and coastal drizzle by evening. Tonight will turn breezy with light … Read more

Weekend Weather Shift

Weekend Weather Shift: Rain Returns to Ireland, But Clear Skies Ahead

Rain is making a comeback across Ireland today, particularly in the southern regions where up to 10mm of rainfall is expected. However, there’s good news on the horizon as the weekend forecast takes a turn for the better. Initial predictions hinted at a wet weekend ahead, but recent updates bring a more positive outlook. According … Read more

Ireland Cold Weather

Ireland Braces for Bitter Cold: Snow, Hail, and Ice on the Horizon

As Ireland battles a mix of unpredictable weather, a cold snap is set to grip the nation this week, warns the Meteorological Department. After a foggy start on Tuesday, expect a blend of rain, sunshine, and drizzle with temperatures ranging from 7 to 11 degrees Celsius. By nightfall, many areas will be blanketed in snow, … Read more