Mini heatwave? Week of sunny weather in store with temperatures hitting highs of 19C

Temperatures are expected to reach 19C. File picture: Ben Birchall/PA Wire

The upturn in Irish weather is due to continue this week, with temperatures set to hit highs of 19C.

According to Met Éireann, Monday is expected to be one of the warmest day of the year so far, with the remainder of the week due to be similarly warm.