Today, the mist will lift in the morning, making way for a warm and humid day across the region. While there will be scattered showers, they will primarily develop in the eastern parts of the area before gradually spreading westward later in the day. Some areas may experience heavy and thundery rainfall, increasing the risk of spot flooding. Temperatures will reach their highest point between 20 to 23 degrees Celsius, with intermittent sunny spells and light northerly winds. Locally, coastal fog may occur from time to time.
As we move into the night, showers will persist, and there is a chance of localised thundery downpours. However, many places will become dry overnight, accompanied by clear spells. Mist and fog patches will reappear, and temperatures will remain relatively warm, not falling below 14 to 16 degrees Celsius. Expect light northerly or variable winds during this period.
The pollen forecast for Monday and Tuesday is high, so those with allergies should take necessary precautions. Additionally, the solar UV index will be moderate to high on both days, meaning sun protection is crucial.
Looking ahead to Tuesday, it will be a very warm or hot day with sunny spells and light southeasterly breezes. However, scattered heavy showers or localised thunderstorms are likely to break out, particularly in northern parts of Munster. The highest temperatures will range between 22 to 25 degrees Celsius, though coastal areas may be slightly cooler due to sea breezes. Coastal mist or fog may also occur intermittently.
In the national outlook, the upcoming week will remain warm, with sunny spells prevailing alongside heavy showers or thunderstorms in various parts of the country. The UV index and pollen count will remain high throughout this period.
Tuesday night will be muggy, with showers in the west tapering off. Many areas will become dry and clear, but mist and fog may form. Temperatures will stay above 13 to 15 degrees Celsius, and light easterly breezes will be present.
Moving on to Wednesday, it will be very warm or hot, with temperatures reaching 23 to 27 degrees Celsius for most areas, slightly cooler along the coasts due to sea breezes. Despite good spells of hazy sunshine, scattered heavy downpours or thunderstorms are expected in the afternoon and evening, particularly in the western and midland regions. Light southeast breezes will prevail.
Wednesday night will remain mild, with temperatures ranging from 13 to 15 degrees Celsius and very light breezes. Lingering showers will fade away, leading to a dry night for many, although mist and fog may develop.
Thursday will continue the warm trend with sunny spells, but hit-or-miss heavy showers or thunderstorms are likely to develop throughout the day. High temperatures will generally range between 22 to 26 degrees Celsius, with minimal wind aside from sea breezes.
As we approach Friday, expect a mix of showers and hazy sunny spells. Highs will range from 22 to 25 degrees Celsius, slightly lower along the coastlines.
Looking further ahead, the humid and warm weather is anticipated to persist over the weekend, with showers likely to continue, although cloud cover may increase.
Stay tuned for further updates on the weather conditions as the week progresses.