Sunny spells in store this week as temperatures set to hit 19C

The sun sets over the Warren beach in West Cork. Picture: Eddie O'Hare

As March comes to an end, the country looks set to enjoy some warmer and more settled weather this week, with temperatures forecast to reach 19C today and 17C on Friday.

According to Met Éireann, a high-pressure system will keep conditions settled this week, giving way to “plenty of sunshine”.