Met Éireann predicts Ireland will avoid Storm Benjamin while facing varied weather conditions ahead
Ireland is set to avoid the repercussions of Storm Benjamin, which has been affecting northern Spain, much of France, and southern Britain. The storm has caused strong winds and significant rainfall in these regions, particularly impacting the Bay of Biscay and the English Channel.
Weather Forecast from Met Éireann
Rebecca Cantwell, a meteorologist with Met Éireann, indicated that the rainfall experienced overnight was the only effect felt in Ireland and is now moving eastward. The storm system has transitioned to the North Sea, minimizing its impact on the country.
Upcoming Weather Conditions
In the next two days, Ireland will experience a series of frequent showers. Today, these showers are expected to clear southeast as sunshine breaks through from the northwest. By this evening, heavier showers are forecast for Ulster, potentially accompanied by isolated hail.
- Highest temperatures: 8 to 11 degrees Celsius
- Winds: Moderate to fresh from the west to northwest
Tonight, conditions will remain wet, especially in Ulster and Connacht, with more widespread showers developing. The west and north are likely to experience the most intense rains.
- Lowest temperatures: 4 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Winds: Moderate to fresh from the southwest, strong on Atlantic coasts
Friday’s Weather Outlook
As Friday approaches, scattered showers will push down from the northwest. While sunny spells may occur initially, cloud cover will increase by the afternoon. Expected temperatures are between 9 and 12 degrees Celsius, with winds transitioning from moderate to fresh westerlies to northerly.
Weekend Forecast
The weekend weather is predicted to be mixed, featuring occasional rain or showers. Friday night is expected to be mainly dry with some clear spells, although showers may still arise in western and northern coastal areas.
- Lowest temperatures: 4 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Winds: Moderate to fresh northwesterlies, stronger on western and northern coasts
Saturday will begin mainly dry with intervals of sunshine, but showers will likely develop in the west and north, some potentially heavy with hail. Sunday should start dry but rain is anticipated to spread southeastward from the west and north throughout the day.
