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Irish Daily Mirror
10-07-2025
- Climate
- Irish Daily Mirror
Met Eireann issues 18-hour 'heatwave' warning for 14 counties most at risk
Met Eireann has issued two weather warnings as Ireland prepares for what could be its first official heatwave of the summer. Temperatures are expected to rise steadily, starting from highs of 27C today and potentially reaching a sizzling 30C over the weekend, accompanied by long spells of sunshine. The national forecaster reports temperatures measured in the shade, and has warned that the real-feel in direct sunlight could be up to 15C higher - meaning a 30C day could feel like a scorching 45C. Forecaster Deirdre Lowe explained that the heat is being driven by a high-pressure system centered near the Azores, bringing warm air from the mid-Atlantic rather than continental Europe. She said: "As we head towards the weekend, longer spells of sunshine will develop with some very warm or hot weather on the way. That's as the Azores High builds up over Ireland on Thursday, and then as it moves away to the east, it will allow continental air to be advected up over Ireland in a southeasterly airflow for Friday and the weekend." To prepare for this spike in temperatures, Met Eireann has issued a rare Status Yellow high temperature warning for 14 counties considered most at risk tomorrow - Carlow, Dublin, Kildare, Kilkenny, Laois, Longford, Louth, Meath, Offaly, Westmeath, Cavan, Monaghan, Roscommon and Tipperary. This warning takes effect from 12 noon on Friday and will last 18 hours until 6am Saturday. It states: "Maximum temperatures in excess of 27C combined with night-time minima in excess of 15C expected." A second, nationwide warning will be in place from 12 noon Saturday until 6am Sunday, with similar temperatures expected. The warnings also list the potential impacts from this hot spell: Along with the hot days, Ireland is bracing for an rare stretch of 'tropical nights', where temperatures won't drop below 20C. This phenomenon - known as consecutive tropical nights - is unusual in Ireland and is likely particularly in Leinster and along the east coast. Ireland experienced its first-ever two successive tropical nights only recently, in July 2021, and some parts of Leinster could see that pattern return this weekend. Met Eireann has also issued a day-by-day forecast outlining what to expect. It said: "Mist and fog will gradually clear Thursday morning to leave a warm day with spells of sunshine. However, it will be cloudier in the west and northwest and there is the chance of some coastal fog, mainly near the east coast. Highest temperatures generally of 22C to 27C , a little cooler in coastal regions, in a light, mainly southerly, breeze. "Any fog will slowly clear Friday morning to leave another sunny day for most. However, fog may linger in some coastal areas. Very warm or hot with highest temperatures generally of 23C to 28C , a little fresher near coasts, in a light southerly breeze. "Very warm or hot on Saturday with plenty of sunshine, turning hazy over the western half of the country. Highest temperatures of 24C to 29C in a light to moderate southeast breeze. An uncomfortable night for sleeping with temperatures not falling below 14C to 17C or 18C in a light southeast breeze. "A dry and bright start on Sunday with spells of sunshine for most. However, cloud will thicken from the southwest through the day with outbreaks of rain gradually developing in Munster, Connacht and west Ulster. A very warm or hot day for most with highest temperatures of 23C to 28C in light to moderate southeast winds. However, it will be slightly cooler under increasing cloud in the southwest. "A fresher day on Monday with scattered outbreaks of rain at first. The rain will clear to the northeast in the afternoon with sunny spells and scattered showers following behind. Highest temperatures of 17C to 22C , warmest in the east, in moderate to fresh westerly winds. "Current indications suggest that the early days of next week will be more unsettled with rain and showers at times. Temperatures will fall back slightly to the high teens or low twenties."
Irish Examiner
09-07-2025
- Climate
- Irish Examiner
Heatwaves to become 'more frequent, more intense' in Europe
Intense heatwaves like the one that hit the Mediterranean late last month are set to become 'more frequent, more intense and impact more people across Europe', it has been warned. The EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service said last month was the third warmest June ever recorded globally as an 'exceptional heatwave' impacted large parts of western Europe. It comes as Ireland is set for a period of hot weather of its own this week, with Met Éireann forecasting an 'Azores High' to bring temperatures as high as 28 degrees by the weekend. Copernicus said that June 2025 was just 0.2C cooler than the record last year in June 2024. However, it was 1.3C above the pre-industrial level which is only the third month in the last 24 with a global temperature less than 1.5C above this level which is seen as a crucial threshold above which the effects of climate change globally would worsen significantly. Copernicus said that western Europe saw its warmest June on record given it was the focus of the heatwaves. Heat stress It said much of the region saw the 'feels-like' temperatures exceeding 38C, bringing 'very strong heat stress'. Parts of Portugal saw temperatures feeling like 48C or 'extreme heat stress', it said. Conversely, it said that June 2025 was wetter than average in Ireland and the north of Britain. Although Europe saw significant heatwaves in June, this has continued well into July as France, Spain and others were subject to health warnings given the intense heat. Last week, temperatures were forecast to reach 40C in Paris and to stay unusually high in Belgium and the Netherlands. Meanwhile, 17 of Italy's 27 major cities were experiencing a heatwave, according to health officials. A tourist wearing a hat and a face mask walks during a heatwave at the Trocadero square in front of the Eiffel Tower, in Paris, on June 30. Picture: Ludovic Marin / AFP via Getty In Greece this week, authorities imposed mandatory work breaks in parts of the country expected to exceed 40C. The Labour Ministry ordered the midday to 5pm stoppage for outdoor manual labour and food delivery services, primarily in central Greece and on some islands. 'June 2025 saw an exceptional heatwave impact large parts of western Europe, with much of the region experiencing very strong heat stress,' Samantha Burgess, strategic lead for the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts, said. 'This heatwave was made more intense by record sea surface temperatures in the western Mediterranean. In a warming world, heatwaves are likely to become more frequent, more intense and impact more people across Europe.' Temperatures in Ireland Met Éireann, meanwhile, has stated that high pressure will continue to build this week, with warm and settled weather expected to persist. It has also said it will become 'very warm or even hot from Thursday'. Friday and Saturday are set to be the warmest days, with temperatures ranging from 23 to 28 degrees. It previously said that June 2025 was the fourth warmest June on record in Ireland, despite being on the cloudier northern edge of the heat dome that hit Europe during that month. "[This] brought some uncomfortably high nighttime temperatures, contributing to the high June temperatures overall,' Met Éireann said.
Irish Daily Mirror
08-07-2025
- Climate
- Irish Daily Mirror
Ireland in freak 'pressure cooker' heatwave amid urgent 30C weather warning
Met Eireann says temperatures could hit a sweltering 30C this weekend as Ireland sizzles under a tropical 'heat dome'. High pressure has started stretching into Ireland from the Atlantic Azores Island, off the Portugal coast. The so-called Azores High weather phenomenon is set to trap a bubble of rapidly warming air like a pressure cooker. While much of the country is already experiencing humid conditions and temperatures around 25C, the real heat is expected to intensify from Thursday, peaking during the weekend. Met Eireann forecaster Deirdre Lowe explained the phenomenon in a social media update this afternoon, saying: "While there will be a good deal of cloud at times over the next couple of days, as we head towards the weekend, longer spells of sunshine will develop with some very warm or hot weather on the way. "That's as the Azores High builds up over Ireland on Thursday, and then as it moves away to the east, it will allow continental air to be advected up over Ireland in a southeasterly airflow for Friday and the weekend." She also confirmed that official weather warnings are likely, with urgent status yellow heat alerts expected in the coming days. Deirdre added: "We will likely be issuing yellow high temperatures warnings in the next couple of days, and we issue these when daytime temperature exceed 27C and nighttime values stay above 15C. "Thursday will be a dry day for most with warm spells of sunshine, although possibly saying cloudier across northern and northwestern areas with a chance of a few showers and top temperatures on Thursday of 21C to 25C. "For Friday then, after a foggy start for southern areas, widespread sunshine will likely develop, becoming hot in the sunshine and highest temperatures of 22C to 27C or 28C, all in a light southerly breezes. "And looking ahead to the weekend, it'll be sunny with very warm or hot days, widespread sunshine and temperatures widely in the mid to high 20s, possibly touching 30C in a few spots, but there is a chance of some showers later on in the weekend." Whether or not this warm spell becomes an official heatwave remains to be seen. Heatwaves are often defined as five consecutive days of above-average temperatures, however Ireland's weather service uses a stricter definition. It previously told the Irish Mirror: "That is a working definition used by some other met offices, but the Met Eireann definition of a heatwave is five consecutive days of temperatures above 25C." With current forecasts predicting multiple days of scorching temperatures, it appears Ireland is on the brink its first official heatwave of the summer thanks to this rare 'pressure cooker' setup.
The Irish Sun
08-07-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
New Met Eireann 28C heatwave map pinpoints Dublin's hottest areas as weather phenomenon to blast capital with sunshine
DUBLIN will be one of the hottest counties in Ireland this weekend as high pressure continues to build. Met Eireann said we can expect Advertisement 3 Dublin is expected to enjoy 27C temperatures in just a few days Credit: Met Eireann 3 High pressure pushing over Ireland will cause rising temperatures The weather phenomenon is a large and persistent atmospheric high-pressure centre that develops over the easter North Atlantic Ocean during the winter and spring seasons. The Azores High traditionally moves westwards in summer and is known as the Bermuda high, contributing to warm and humid weather in the Friday and Saturday are forecast to be the warmest days of the week and Advertisement READ MORE IRISH NEWS air temperature map for Friday at 4pm shows temperatures hitting highs between 25C and 27C in Dublin. Those closer to the coast, in spots like Balbriggan, Skerries, Lusk, Howth, Dún Laoghaire and Swords, will feel slightly cooler than those in the city centre, Blanchardstown, Lucan or Tallaght. Temperatures along the east coast will range between 18C and 22C. Saturday's 4pm map shows Advertisement MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN Exclusive Exclusive At the same time, Dublin's temperatures are set to peak between 25C and 27C. Five ways to keep babies cool in the heat Those close to the coast will be slightly cooler but will still be able to hit the beach and sunbathe in temperatures between 19C and 22C. Met Eireann said Dublin will be mostly cloudy to begin today, with patchy light rain and drizzle possible by the afternoon. It will brighten up by evening with spells of sunshine developing as temperatures max out between 17C and 20C in humid conditions. Advertisement WIDESPREAD SUNSHINE The weather boffins said the weather will be dry on Wednesday, and generally cloudy to start before warm sunshine breaks through by afternoon and temperatures hit highs between 22C and 24C. Looking towards Thursday, Met Eireann said Dublin will experience a dry day with warm spells of sunshine. But those in the north and northwest areas could see cloudier conditions with the chance of a few showers. Met Eireann said temperatures will be top between 21C and 26C. Advertisement Thursday will continue dry overnight with clear spells and mild temperatures not falling below 11C to 14C. BEAT THE HEAT MANY people enjoy the warm weather and look forward to sunshine and high temperatures heating up the country each summer. But heatwaves can cause heat exhaustion, sunburn and heatstroke. The HSE advises prioritising hydration, seeking shade or cooler indoor spaces, wearing light-coloured, loose-fitting clothing and making use of cool showers and baths to beat the heat. When inside you should: Turn off lights and appliances not in use as they generate heat Close windows that face the sun during the day, and open them at night when the temperature drops Close curtains in rooms that get morning or afternoon sun Sprinkle water on your skin, or keep a damp cloth on the back of your neck Use an electric fan When outside you should: Avoid going out during the hottest part of the day Wear light and loose-fitting clothing that covers your skin Wear a wide brimmed hat and sunglasses Regularly apply a broad-spectrum water-resistant sunscreen Stay in the shade But Dublin and the rest of the country will really start to heat uo on Friday as warm air pushes in and sunshine beats down. Looking at Friday, Met Eireann said: "After a foggy start for southern areas, widespread sunshine will likely develop. "Becoming hot in sunshine with highest temperatures of 22C to 27C or 28C, all in light southerly breezes." Advertisement Met Eireann said Saturday will likely be another "very warm or hot day with widespread sunshine" and highest temperatures of 23C to 27C or 28C. 3 People across Dublin are expected to flock to the seaside this weekend Credit: Michelle Devane/PA Wire
Morocco World
07-07-2025
- Climate
- Morocco World
Temperatures to Soar Above 40°C in Southern and Southeastern Morocco
Rabat – Morocco is forecasted to experience a mix of stable coastal weather and intense inland heat this week, according to the General Directorate of Meteorology. While cooler, foggy mornings are expected along the Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts due to the influence of the Azores High, inland and southeastern regions will face soaring temperatures, scattered thunderstorms, and dusty winds under the effect of the Saharan Heat Low. Temperatures are expected to reach between 37°C and 43°C, especially in the southeast and far southern parts of Morocco, particularly on Monday and Tuesday. While the high-pressure system will keep the coasts calm, it will also allow hot and unstable air to move toward the mountains. This could lead to the formation of unstable cumulonimbus clouds, with scattered thunderstorms likely in the afternoons and evenings over the High and Middle Atlas mountains, the Rif region, and the southern part of eastern Morocco. Strong winds may also blow in the southeast and desert areas, raising dust. On Monday, temperatures will range from 37°C to 43°C in the southeast and far south, 23°C to 29°C in the Atlas, Rif, and along the coasts, and 30°C to 36°C in other regions. Hot weather will continue on Tuesday in Tadla, Rehamna, the east, the southeast, and the eastern southern provinces. Temperatures will rise slightly in the southeast and inland plains, with a noticeable increase in the southern provinces. The weather will remain hot to very hot in the southeast, eastern southern provinces, the east, southern Rif, inland plains, and western Atlas on Wednesday. Finally, a rise in temperatures is expected next Monday, as the Saharan Heat Low becomes stronger.
