Weather

Storm Hector: Power restored to 140,000 homes, farms and businesses following 'severe gusts' 

Power has been restored to up to 140,000 homes, farms and businesses after the country was battered by "severe and potentially damaging gusts" .

Met Éireann confirm 'exam weather' is over as Status Yellow wind warning issued 

The summer weather is officially over - and we can expect gale-force winds and "wet and extremely windy" weather in the coming days.

Make the most of the sunny skies - temperatures are set to cool soon 

Make the most of the sunny skies as temperatures are set to cool towards the end of this week.

Heatwave to continue this weekend - but only on one side of the island 

WHILE the west of the country braces itself for torrential rain and thunderstorms, the east basks in sunshine.

Exam weather arrives: Temperatures to soar to 26C midweek as sunny spell continues 

Keep your sun cream close as it looks like Ireland’s sunny spell is set to carry through Thursday - however there will be some afternoon...

Weather is 'Ab Fab' for bank holiday fun across country 

The weather proved to be 'Absolutely Fabulous' across Ireland as TV star Jennifer Saunders' horse won a prestigious showjumping competition.

Sizzling Bank Holiday Sunday - temperatures to reach 23C as Ireland basks in sunshine 

Slather on the sun cream and fire up the barbecue, we're set to bask in temperatures of up to 23C today.

Mercury rising: Today is set to be the hottest day of the year so far 

Today is shaping up to be the hottest day of the year so far on the back of highs of 24C yesterday.

Temperatures to soar to 26 degrees - making Ireland hotter than Europe's top hotspots 

Temperatures will soar to a whopping 26 degrees Celsius this week, making Ireland warmer than some of Europe's top hotspots.

Hot, humid and some showers: the next few days will see temperatures jump to mid 20s 

THE welcome sunshine of recent days will become more intermittent in the coming week but the high temperatures and heavy showers will continue,...

Good news for Ed Sheeran fans - dry, mild and sunny weather on the way 

Those heading to Ed Sheeran's Phoenix Park gigs on Friday and Saturday are in luck with the weather as Met Eireann are forecasting dry and sunny...

Sunshine and soaring temperatures on the way after last week's shivers and showers 

The summer could finally be on its way, according to Met Éireann.

Disappointment for Ed Sheeran and GAA fans as shivers and showers expected for weekend days out 

Fans of Ed Sheeran and sports supporters face chilly and damp days out this weekend.

Weather warning in place as Ireland braces for winds up to 90km/hr 

A status yellow wind warning has been put in place as gusts of winds of up to 90km/hr are set to battle the country tonight.

Showers and strong winds to replace sunshine as temperatures drop 'below normal' 

Rain and strong winds are expected to replace the Bank Holiday weekend sunshine today and the rest of the week, according to Met Eireann.

Hotter than Ibiza and Lanzarote: Enjoy another early summer scorcher today 

Ireland sizzled on the hottest day of the year so far with temperatures reaching 23C in eastern counties yesterday.

Walk on sunshine while you can, because winter is about to bite back 

THE spell of sunny weather that has brought out flashy sunglasses and the bright summer wardrobe is about to recede behind the clouds, as the country will see a gradual return to cooler temperatures...

Ireland will be hotter than Lanzarote and Ibiza this Bank Holiday weekend with 'plenty of sunshine on offer' 

Met Eireann's forecast for the Bank Holiday weekend means that Ireland will enjoy long spells of warm, dry and sunny weather with...

Bank Holiday weather forecast: Ireland to bask in sunshine as temperatures to reach 19C 

Fire up the BBQs this Bank Holiday weekend as Ireland is set to enjoy some summer sunshine at last.

'Abrupt' climate change to bring icy winters, scorching summers 

Ireland could experience extremely cold winters and very warm summers if the Gulf Stream weakens and climate change takes hold.

Put away the shorts and pack up the BBQ as temperatures set to dip for week ahead 

Saturday’s sunshine and high temperatures saw crowds flock to the coast and canals, but temperatures are set to cool down for the rest...

It's the hottest April in 15 years - but don't wait another second and make the most of today 

IF you haven’t taken advantage of the hottest April in 15 years yet don’t hold off for another second as temperatures are set to drop from tonight.

The weekend forecast: Sunseekers rejoice as temperatures to hit 19C 

Fire up those barbecues while you can as Ireland is currently experiencing the hottest April in 15 years.

In pictures: Making the most of the sunshine 

SPRING finally arrived in Ireland this week and the mercury reached 19 degrees in places on Thursday.

Is the seemingly never-ending winter finally over? Temperatures hit 20C so it may be time to dust down the barbecue 

AFTER a seemingly never-ending winter it is time to dust down the barbecue - but be quick about it.

Get set for 'that Friday feeling': Forecasters now predict temperatures to hit 20 degrees 

Thursday had been tipped to host a mini-heatwave this week, but now forecasters say the temperatures on Friday could go even higher again.

Met Eireann forecaster: I wouldn’t go as far as calling a heatwave... but parts of the country will see highs of 18C 

FOUR seasons in one week is on the way as forecasters predict strong spring sunshine giving...

Temperatures set to soar this week as 'African air plume' brings mini-heatwave to Ireland 

It will be a wet and windy start to the day but Ireland is set to enjoy a burst of heat this week with temperatures rising to 18C degrees.

'Any chance of sending out the red alert? We're bitter on the building site' - Met Eireann inundated with messages during Storm Emma 

MET Eireann received a barrage of messages from the public during Storm Emma - including praise...

We're in for another wet weekend - but there's good news on the way 

It has been a long winter - with it now totalling eight months since temperatures rose above a mild 20 degrees Celsius.

Temperatures to climb this week - just don't forget to bring your brollies 

Spring may have sprung but winter-weary Irish householders were warned to keep their umbrellas and raincoats to hand.

Spring has finally sprung - but don't pack away your raincoat just yet 

Mother Nature is set to offer Ireland some long-overdue respite from rain, sleet and icy temperatures.

Rainfall warning hits eight counties - but temperatures set to soar this weekend 

Met Eireann has downgraded a national weather warning but heavy rain is still expected in some areas this evening.

Weather warning: Eight counties face flood risk as heavy rain set to continue 

Eight counties in the west, south and south-east face the risk of flooding as another deluge of heavy rain is expected over the next 24 hours.

Keep the brolly handy - unsettled weather and heavy showers to continue for most of the week 

Met Eireann has forecast that showery conditions will persist for much of the week.

Looking to enjoy the outdoors this long weekend? Saturday will have the best of the weather 

If you're looking to enjoy the outdoors this Easter weekend, you should make the most of Friday and Saturday, according to the latest forecast.

Bitter cold, hail and sleet forecast in run-up to Easter 

Keep the winter woollies to hand as the lead-up to Easter will be marked by bitter cold, rain, hail and sleet. Overnight temperatures will hover around the freezing mark with frost expected over the next...

The west is best this Easter weekend as east looks set to bear brunt of more bad weather 

The west is the place to be this Easter weekend as the east of the country looks set to bear the brunt of yet more bad weather.

Hopes of Easter egg hunts in snow are melting away - but temperatures are expected to drop 

HOPES of one last sleigh ride on a snowy slope have faded as a white Easter no longer seems to be a prospect.

‘Grandson of the Beast' - warning as Ireland facing coldest Easter holiday for a decade 

EASTER revellers were warned that the ‘Grandson of the Beast’ will leave Ireland facing potentially its coldest Easter holiday for a decade.

Where's Spring then? Frost and heavy rainfall on the cards as clocks go forward this weekend 

The clocks go forward this weekend meaning Spring is officially here but it doesn't look like we'll be feeling the benefits of it until at least April as...

Temperatures to plunge again bringing threat of White Easter 

Ireland is facing the prospect of Easter snow, with temperatures set to plunge again at the end of next week.

Finally! Here is when you can expect milder Spring weather... but it's not all good news 

Milder spring weather is finally on the horizon - but frost and ice will continue to pose a risk until next weekend.

Live Drivers urged to take care as Arctic blast holds icy grip over much of the country 

Driving conditions will remain hazardous today and tomorrow morning as an Arctic blast retains its icy grip over much of the country.

Met Eireann predict 'heavy snow showers' as Status Orange warning issued for St Patrick's Day weekend 

Met Eireann have added a Status Orange Snow-ice warning for Sunday to the Status Yellow Snow-ice weather warning covering the entire country for...

Live Weather warning issued as 'Son of the Beast' to bring ice, snow and temperatures of -5C on St Patrick's Day 

A weather warning has been issued as snow and ice will sweep over the country during St Patrick's...

It's set to be a bitterly cold St Patrick's weekend - and snow could make a return 

The national forecaster has predicted cold temperatures and snow showers for the St Patrick's Day weekend, just two weeks after the 'Beast...

It's set to be a bitterly cold St Patrick's weekend - and snow could make a return 

The national forecaster has predicted cold temperatures and snow showers for the St Patrick's Day weekend, just two weeks after the 'Beast...

Chilly and frosty start to the day but 'above normal' temperatures are on the way 

The weather is set to improve over the weekend with temperatures rising to normal or above normal values, according to Met Eireann.

Live Roads still impassable as weather warning remains and more sleet and hail showers are on the way 

Some local road diversions are still in place as snow and ice remain an issue.

Live New weather warning issued and some schools remain closed due to impassable road conditions 

Most schools around the country reopen today after a two or three-day shutdown caused by the severe weather – however impassable roads will force...