Rainy Weekend to Persist as Wet Weather Stretches into Early Next Week

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Rainy Weekend to Persist as Wet Weather Stretches into Early Next Week

Weather experts at Met Éireann have announced that unsettled weather patterns will extend into the upcoming week. The weekend is expected to feature persistent rain, particularly affecting coastal areas.

Rainy Weekend Forecast

Saturday will begin with a predominantly dry and bright atmosphere. However, by the afternoon, heavy showers will emerge, starting in the Atlantic coastal regions and spreading eastward. Forecasters have indicated a possibility of hail mixed in with the rainfall.

Temperature and Conditions

  • Saturday high temperatures: 9 to 12 degrees Celsius.
  • Saturday night lows: 3 to 7 degrees Celsius.

As night falls on Saturday, rainfall is expected to shift back toward coastal areas. Sunday will echo Saturday’s pattern with showers initially limited to the western coast before pushing inland.

Expectations for Sunday and Beyond

Sunday night is predicted to become quite stormy, characterized as “wet and windy.” The intensity of the rain will be heaviest across the western half of the country.

Monday’s Weather Outlook

Met Éireann forecasts a similarly wet and windy day for Monday. Persistent heavy rain is anticipated, combined with fresh to strong winds. The temperatures will range from 13 to 15 degrees Celsius.

Looking Ahead to Tuesday

Although the forecast for Tuesday remains uncertain, early indications point to a wet start. However, conditions may dry out as the day progresses, presenting brighter spells and the potential for scattered showers.

Long-term Weather Trends

Looking further ahead, low-pressure systems are likely to maintain “unsettled and mixed conditions” throughout the week. This could bring more rain and variable weather patterns as the week unfolds.