Ireland Weather January 25, 2025: Freezing Mornings, Sleet, Hail, and Thunderstorms Await
A brutal start to Saturday, January 25, 2025, as temperatures plummet, leaving widespread frost and ice across Ireland. Scattered wintry showers are already hitting the north and west, with sleet, hail, and isolated thunderstorms expected throughout the afternoon. Sunny spells will develop early, but they won’t last, as clouds roll in and showery rain tracks eastward through the afternoon and evening. Temperatures will struggle to rise, peaking between 4°C and 8°C, with light southerly winds strengthening for a time.
Current Ireland Weather Overview
| Region | Condition | Temperature (°C) | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin | Cold, sunny spells, rain later | 6 | Light southerly |
| Cork | Icy morning, showers arriving | 8 | Moderate southerly |
| Galway | Sleet and hail, thunderstorms risk | 5 | Gusty southerly |
| Limerick | Bright start, showery rain later | 7 | Freshening winds |
| Waterford | Frosty morning, turning cloudy | 6 | Light southerly |
National Forecast
A bitterly cold morning with widespread frost and ice, particularly in inland areas. Wintry showers in the north and west will bring sleet and hail, while sunny spells will develop elsewhere. However, the clear skies won’t last, as cloud cover increases and showers spread eastward in the afternoon and early evening.
Expect isolated thunderstorms, falling sleet, and gusty winds for a time as the showers push through. Despite the wild mix of weather, temperatures will remain between 4°C and 8°C, feeling even colder due to the gusty winds.
Tonight’s Forecast
The night will remain cold and icy but largely dry for most. Some lingering wintry showers will persist in the west and northwest, but they will become isolated as the night progresses. Cloud will build from the southwest, signaling a change in conditions towards morning.
Temperatures will drop to between -3°C and +1°C, leading to widespread frost and ice formation. Light to moderate southerly winds will shift southeasterly and freshen in the southwest ahead of another system moving in.
Weather Warnings & Advisory
⚠️ Icy Roads Alert:
- Widespread frost and ice expected overnight and into Sunday morning.
- Extreme caution advised for drivers, particularly in inland and low-lying areas.
⚠️ Thunderstorm & Hail Warning (Western & Northern Counties):
- Risk of isolated thunderstorms throughout the afternoon.
- Heavy hail showers possible, leading to sudden dangerous driving conditions.
⚠️ Gusty Winds Advisory:
- Winds will increase for a time this afternoon before easing again overnight.
- Gusts could briefly reach strong levels in exposed areas.
Extended Outlook
Ireland will remain in a cold and unsettled pattern, with wintry showers, icy nights, and occasional strong winds persisting into the new week. Another band of rain and sleet is expected Sunday night into Monday, bringing more unsettled conditions.
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