January 20, 2025 Weather in Ireland: Dense Fog, Scattered Showers, and a Gloomy South
January 20, 2025 – A murky start to Monday as dense fog grips parts of Ireland, gradually clearing by late morning. The day will remain mostly dry, with hazy sunshine breaking through in some areas and well-scattered showers developing. However, southern and eastern regions will stay under heavy cloud cover, with patchy light rain and drizzle lingering until evening. Temperatures will range from 7°C to 10°C, accompanied by a light variable breeze.
Current Weather Overview
| Region | Condition | Temperature (°C) | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin | Cloudy, drizzle clearing by evening | 9 | Light variable |
| Cork | Overcast, occasional drizzle | 10 | Light southerly |
| Galway | Fog clearing, dry with sunny spells | 8 | Light variable |
| Limerick | Dry with hazy sunshine | 10 | Calm |
| Waterford | Cloudy, drizzle early, clearing | 9 | Light southerly |
National Forecast
Ireland wakes up to dense fog in many areas, especially in central and northern counties, with visibility significantly reduced in some places. As the morning progresses, the fog will lift, giving way to a mostly dry day. Some areas will see hazy sunshine, while scattered showers develop throughout the afternoon. The south and east will remain cloudy, with drizzle persisting until evening before clearing.
Temperatures will peak between 7°C and 10°C, with a light variable breeze keeping conditions relatively mild.
Tonight’s Forecast
Cloud cover will return to Munster and south Leinster, bringing outbreaks of rain and drizzle from the southwest. The rest of the country will stay drier with occasional clear spells and scattered showers. Fog and mist will develop again overnight, turning dense in some areas. Temperatures will drop to between 0°C and 5°C, with light southerly or variable winds.
Weather Warnings
No official Met Éireann weather warnings have been issued for January 20, 2025. However, motorists should be extra cautious due to dense fog during the morning and late at night, particularly in low-lying inland areas. Visibility may be severely reduced in some regions.
Extended Outlook
Foggy conditions are expected to persist into Tuesday morning, followed by a mix of dry spells and patchy drizzle. The unsettled pattern will continue for much of the week, with alternating periods of cloud cover, mist, and light rain. High-pressure systems will keep any major storms away, but wet conditions will return periodically, particularly in the south and west.
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