Weekend Weather Forecast: Expect Milder Temperatures and Unsettled Conditions

The weekend weather forecast indicates milder temperatures accompanied by unsettled conditions across the region. According to Emegypt, Friday morning will start cold and dry, with widespread frost and some icy patches.

Weather Overview for the Weekend

Cloud cover will increase from the west during the day, bringing rain to the western half of the country in the afternoon. The eastern areas can expect rain after dark. Afternoon temperatures are predicted to range between 3°C and 8°C, with light southerly winds intensifying to moderate levels later.

Tonight will welcome a wet and breezy atmosphere, as widespread rain and moderate southerly winds take over. By late evening, the rain will shift eastward, leading to scattered showers, light westerly winds, and the development of mist and fog. Overnight, temperatures may drop to between 1°C and 5°C, slightly lower in the midlands, along with a chance of frost.

Saturday Forecast

Saturday is likely to begin dry, with fog gradually lifting to reveal sunny spells and scattered showers. Cloud cover will increase throughout the day, as patchy rain and drizzle develop from the west and southwest. Highest temperatures will range from 7°C to 11°C, with light to moderate south-westerly winds.

The weather on Saturday night will be damp and gusty. Widespread rain is anticipated, which may become heavy in some locations. Southerly winds will strengthen during the night, with temperatures dropping to between 2°C and 7°C.

Sunday’s Conditions

Sunday will likely bring continued rain and windy conditions. Most regions will experience rain throughout the day, accompanied by fresh to strong gusty westerly winds. However, Munster may see drier conditions with occasional sunny spells and showers. Sunday’s temperatures are expected to reach between 6°C and 10°C.

As Sunday night approaches, rain will gradually move southward, leaving behind scattered showers and clear spells by morning. Overnight, temperatures are forecasted to range from 3°C to 6°C, with north-west winds calming to light to moderate.

Outlook for Next Week

Early next week will bring dry and bright weather, featuring sunny spells and isolated light showers on Monday. Temperatures are expected to hover between 6°C and 10°C, aided by moderate north to north-west winds. Tuesday looks to remain generally dry with increasing cloud cover and a chance of light showers, reaching highs of 5°C to 9°C.

As the week progresses, the forecast indicates more unsettled and milder weather, with potential rain spells on the horizon. Farming conditions have been challenging recently; poor drying conditions have persisted due to low temperatures and wet conditions, particularly in the east and south-east. Thus, the outlook shows little improvement in soil conditions as more rain is expected next week, contributing to continued saturation or waterlogging in many areas.