Waking up this Sunday, October 11, 2026, many of us are probably wondering about the day's weather. Will it be a day for a brisk walk in the park, or one best spent curled up indoors with a good book? Met Éireann's latest forecast for Ireland suggests a mixed bag, with some notable regional variations.

If you're in Munster, you might be looking out your window this morning to a rather cloudy scene. Expect outbreaks of rain, drizzle, and even some mist. It's not exactly the bright, crisp autumn morning we often hope for. However, these cloudier conditions, along with the rain and drizzle, are set to slowly spread northeastwards throughout the day. The good news is that the further north and east it gets, the patchier that rain and drizzle will become.

For those in Ulster or North Leinster, you're in for a much drier start. You should enjoy some decent sunny spells this morning. I'd recommend making the most of them, because the cloud cover from the south will eventually reach you. The forecast suggests you'll remain dry until after dark, which is a nice bonus for any Sunday plans you might have.

Temperature-wise, it's a bit of a spread across the island. Munster will be the mildest, with temperatures reaching up to 16 degrees Celsius. As you head north to Ulster, it will be cooler, with highs of 11 degrees. The rest of the country will fall somewhere in between. We're also looking at moderate to fresh southeasterly winds developing through the day. So, even if the sun is out, that wind will definitely add a chill factor.

Tonight's Outlook

Looking ahead to tonight, the cloudy conditions with patchy rain, drizzle, and mist will continue to clear northeastwards. It's going to be a mild night for most, with lowest temperatures ranging from 10 to 15 degrees. Again, Ulster will be on the cooler side. Those southeasterly winds we're seeing today will veer southwesterly and ease off as the night progresses. So, if you're out and about this evening, it shouldn't be too blustery.

What to Expect for Monday, 12 October

Monday is shaping up to be mostly cloudy with limited brighter spells. While it might start off mostly dry with just isolated patches of light rain and drizzle, don't get too comfortable. Further spells of rain and drizzle are expected to spread from the southwest and west as the day goes on. It's also going to become quite breezy, with moderate to fresh southerly winds developing through the morning and afternoon.

Despite the cloud and rain, Monday will be quite mild for the time of year, with highest temperatures ranging from 15 to 19 degrees. So, while you might need your rain gear, you probably won't be shivering.

The Week Ahead: A Mixed Bag

The national outlook for the coming week suggests we're in for some typical autumnal Irish weather – a mixed bag, as we like to say. We'll see spells of rain and showers, but also some drier periods, which is always welcome. It's going to be breezy or windy at times, so keep that in mind if you have outdoor plans. It's expected to remain relatively mild for the time of year, including some mild nights, which is a blessing as we head deeper into October.

Monday night will start cloudy with rain in the west, clearing eastwards through the night. Clearer conditions will follow, along with a few showers pushing in from the Atlantic. Lowest temperatures will be between 10 and 14 degrees.

Tuesday brings sunny spells and scattered showers. The showers will be heaviest and most frequent in Ulster, becoming more isolated in the south later in the afternoon. Winds will be moderate to fresh southwesterly, veering westerly and easing by the evening. Temperatures will range from 13 to 17 degrees, with the coolest temperatures in the northwest.

Tuesday night looks mostly dry with clear spells, though it will become cloudier in the west and northwest, with a chance of light rain or drizzle. Lowest temperatures are forecast to be 8 to 12 degrees, with light to moderate southerly winds, freshening in the west and northwest.

Wednesday is shaping up to be a windy day. It will start mostly dry with some sunny spells and just a few patches of light rain or drizzle. However, it will become cloudier in the west and north, with rain arriving in the evening and continuing into the night. Expect highest temperatures of 14 to 17 degrees, with fresh to strong and gusty southwesterly winds.

Thursday begins wet and breezy. The rain will clear eastwards through the morning and afternoon, making way for drier and brighter conditions. A few showers will still feed into Atlantic coastal areas. Highest temperatures will be 13 to 16 degrees, with moderate to fresh southerly winds veering westerly and easing.

Looking further ahead, current indications are quite promising. It seems a spell of high pressure is on its way, which should bring plenty of dry, bright, and settled weather for the remainder of the week and into next weekend. This is great news for anyone hoping to get out and enjoy the beautiful autumn colors without getting drenched!

So, there you have it. The Ireland weather forecast for today, Sunday, October 11, and a glimpse into the week ahead. It's a classic Irish autumn, really – a bit of everything. Be sure to check the latest updates from Met Éireann (www.met.ie) before you head out, and enjoy your Sunday, whatever the weather brings!