Met Éireann predicts increased rain and wind for Thursday and Friday
Met Éireann has issued an increased rain and wind warning for various counties in Ireland, highlighting potential hazards for the coming days. A status orange weather warning will be in effect for Dublin, Wicklow, and Wexford on Friday.
Status Orange Warning Details
This warning takes effect at 2 PM on Friday and will last until 11 AM on Saturday. It warns residents of heavy rain expected to lead to significant flooding.
- Counties Affected: Dublin, Wicklow, Wexford
- Warning Duration: 2 PM Friday to 11 AM Saturday
- Main Concern: Significant rainfall accumulations, especially in high ground and exposed areas
Status Yellow Warnings
In addition to the orange warning, several status yellow warnings will also be implemented on Friday:
- Counties with Heavy Rain Warnings: Cork, Kerry, Limerick, Tipperary, Waterford
- Start Time: 9 AM Friday
- Duration: 24 hours
- Concerns: Flooding and difficult travel conditions
- Counties with Rain and Travel Warning: Carlow, Dublin, Kildare, Kilkenny, Louth, Meath, Wexford, Wicklow
- Start Time: 11 AM Friday
- Duration: 24 hours
- Concerns: Flooding, poor visibility
- Wind Warning: For Dublin, Louth, Wexford, Wicklow
- Start Time: Noon Friday
- End Time: 4 AM Saturday
- Concerns: Strong winds leading to hazardous travel conditions
Weather Forecast for Thursday
On Thursday, rain showers are expected, particularly affecting northern areas. The southern regions will remain mostly dry with scattered showers early on, which may intensify at times.
- Temperature Range: 7 to 14 degrees Celsius
- Coolest Area: Northern parts of the country
Weekend Outlook
Looking ahead to the weekend, rain showers will continue, mixed with occasional sunny spells. Sunday’s temperatures are predicted to range from 7 to 13 degrees Celsius.
Residents are urged to be cautious and stay updated on weather developments as the warnings come into effect this Friday.
