Ireland Weather Alert: Status Yellow Rain and Wind Warnings Issued for Multiple Counties Today
Ireland is bracing for adverse weather conditions as status yellow rain and wind warnings have been issued for multiple counties. These warnings highlight the potential for hazardous conditions throughout Thursday.
Status Yellow Rain Warnings
A status yellow rain warning will affect the following counties:
- Cork and Kerry: In effect from 11 AM to 8 PM
- Galway and Mayo: In effect from 12 PM to 8 PM
Officials from Met Éireann have cautioned that these areas may experience localized flooding, challenging travel conditions, and reduced visibility.
Status Yellow Wind Warnings
Wind warnings have also been issued for various counties:
- Cork, Kerry, Waterford, and Wexford: In effect from 11 AM to 11 PM
- Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Tyrone, and Derry: In effect from 1 PM to 11 PM
The warnings signal the arrival of very strong southerly winds, with gales expected along the coastal regions.
Weather Forecast for Thursday
Thursday’s weather will start off wet and windy. Heavy rain will move in from the southwest, creating the risk of localized flooding. Later in the day, showers are anticipated in the west and southwest regions.
Temperatures are expected to range from 11 to 14 degrees Celsius. By Thursday night, conditions are projected to remain windy with strong southerly winds and gales affecting the western and northern coasts. Rain will gradually shift northeastward, leading to scattered heavy showers.
Weather Outlook for Friday
The following day, Friday, will likely retain breezy conditions with wet weather primarily impacting southern and eastern counties before noon. Sunny intervals and scattered showers are expected in the afternoon.
Temperatures will continue to range from 11 to 14 degrees Celsius. However, Friday night may bring additional wet weather, with potential hail and lightning. Overnight temperatures will dip to between 4 to 7 degrees Celsius.
