'Mini-heatwave' to continue for weekend with highs of up to 24C forecast

Lifeguard Evan Ó Broin keeping a watchful eye on swmmers while on duty at Claycastle Beach, Youghal, Co Cork. Picture: Brian Lougheed

Blue skies, sunny spells and warm temperatures are expected to continue across the weekend and into next week as the country enjoys a "mini-heatwave".

Met Éireann meteorologist Siobhan Ryan said it is not an exaggeration to describe this week's weather as a "mini-heatwave", with temperatures hitting 25C on Thursday.