All-time highest temperature recorded in Ireland could be broken this summer
The forecast for the week ahead shows a gradual rise from the low 20s at the start of the week to potentially surpassing 25 by the weekend.
It comes amid scorching temperatures across mainland Europe which had yet to have any impact on Irish temperatures to date. With temperatures expected to hit 27C by the end of the week, speculation is mounting that Ireland could see a a record temperature hit before the end of the summer. Pic: Leah Farrell/RollingNews.ie
The weather has been unsettled and slightly temperamental, though Met Éireann say there is the 'potential for widespread hot sunny weather' for the weekend.
Monday will see spells of sunshine, with temperatures of 14C in the northwest and 23C in the southwest.
Tuesday will see a slight blip with clouds, rain and drizzle all forecast, though temperatures are still expected to be between 17 and 22C. Over the weekend, there is a potential for some areas to hit 27C. Pic: Getty Images
Wednesday will start off cloudy before turning sunny while Thursday will be dry and sunny, with some scattered showers throughout the day.
Over the weekend, there is a potential for some areas to hit 27C.
With the possibility of a heatwave on the cards, bookmakers Boyle Sports have slashed odds on the long-standing temperature record to be broken.
A breezy Monday but good sunny spells for many and a good week ahead that will get warmer and warmer with Friday and weekend looking warm as temperatures get above 25c. Get the paddling pools ready😎 pic.twitter.com/8LvewiDlIe — Carlow Weather (@CarlowWeather) July 7, 2025
Odds that the all-time record of 33.3C will be broken before the end of the year are currently at 4/1 having been 12/1 at the start of the year.
Spokesperson Lawrence said: 'If the forecasts hold up, we could be in for a real scorcher of a summer and punters are getting all the more hot on the prospect of the all-time record being left in the shade.'
Those looking for a summer pay-out are hoping the mercury will go past the record 33.3 clocked at Kilkenny Castle in 1887.
Following news that June was the fourth hottest June on record, there are also 6/4 odds that 2025 could be the warmest year in Ireland on record.
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