2022 was Ireland's warmest year on record, Met Éireann says

The spring and summer of 2022 were drier than average in Ireland, which had negative consequences for agriculture and wider society. Picture: Andy Gibson

Last year was Ireland’s warmest year on record, with record temperatures and below average rainfall measurements.

That is according to the latest Annual Weather Statement from Met Éireann, which says periods of drought can not be ruled out in the future as a result of climate warming.