Met Éireann warns of prolonged spell of very warm weather with heat wave expected
The hot spell is expected to bring temperatures exceeding 25 degrees Celsius this week and lasting into next week
Met Éireann is warning of a prolonged spell of very warm or hot weather with heat wave conditions expected.
The hot spell is to bring temperatures exceeding 25 degrees Celsius this week and lasting into next week.
The warning, which was issued on Monday afternoon as a weather advisory for Ireland, applies from Tuesday until July 14.
Temperatures are expected to climb into the high 20s or even low 30s in some parts of the country from Friday.
The UV Index is expected to be high to very high. The forecaster says warm and humid nights will occur with lows of 15 degrees or higher.
Possible tropical nights may occur in places this weekend. There is also the chance of some thunderstorms later this week.
Met Éireann says potential impacts include water safety issues due to increased use of waterways, lakes and beaches; uncomfortable sleeping conditions; heat stress and dehydration, especially for vulnerable and elderly people; potential disruption to public transport; animal welfare issues; potential drought concerns; and the risk of wildfires and forest fires.