Met Éireann issues weather advisory as heatwave expected

The forecaster added possible tropical nights may occur in places this weekend and that there is also the chance of some thunderstorms later this week. Picture: Collins

Temperatures could climb to 30 degrees this week, with Met Éireann issuing a weather advisory over expected heatwave conditions.

The weather advisory states that daytime maximums will "widely exceed 25C with values climbing to the high 20C or even low 30C in places from Friday".

The advisory is is in place from this Wednesday until Tuesday next week.

The forecaster added possible tropical nights may occur in places this weekend and that there is also the chance of some thunderstorms later this week.

They added there may be water safety issues due to increased use of waterways, lakes and beaches, uncomfortable sleeping conditions and have warned people about the possibility of heat stress and dehydration, especially for the vulnerable and elderly.

The forecaster said there could be potential disruption to public transport, animal welfare issues, as well of potential drought concerns and potential wildfires and forest fires.

Meanwhile, commuters in Cork have seen a steady start to the morning, with TII reporting no delays on the South Ring Road currently. 

There are delays on number of routes approaching Dublin and in Galway there are delays on the Headford Rd, with reports of an incident there this morning. 

 TII have also reminded Cork motorists that there is a full tunnel closure scheduled in the Jack Lynch Tunnel tonight, from 9pm until 4am. 

This Tuesday will start off quite cloudy, before welcoming spells of sunshine throughout the day.

That's according to Met Éireann, who said a little drizzle and mist can be expected in the north and west. 

The forecaster said today will be very warm day for most with highest temperatures ranging from 22 to 28C.

Cooler where cloud persists though with highs of 17 to 20C in light to moderate westerly winds.

This evening will remain dry for most, with clear spells and patches of mist and fog. It will be cloudier in the west and north with the isolated drizzle patches.

According to the forecaster, lowest temperatures will range from 11 to 15C in a light variable breeze.

National outlook

Thursday will be a sunny and very warm day in the south and east, with any mist and fog clearing in the morning.

It will be cloudier in the west and north with the chance of isolated patches of light rain and drizzle. 

Highest temperatures will range from 20C in the northwest to 26C in the southeast in light southwesterly or variable winds.

Friday will be very warm or hot, though cooler near northwest coasts. It will be cloudy in Connacht and west Ulster to start with a few heavy showers possible. Elsewhere will experience sunny spells, which will become widespread as the day progresses. Highest temperatures will range from 21C in the north to 28C in the south, possibly higher locally. Light to moderate northeast winds.

Meanwhile, the weather will remain sunny and warm over the weekend, with the chance of a few showers. Highest temperatures of 21C in the north to 28 or 29C in the south on Saturday. Moderate northeast winds will make it feel cooler near coasts.

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