Monday, 16 June 2025 – Ireland’s Return to Grey and Wet
After Sunday’s short-lived reprieve, Monday reasserts Ireland’s wintry grip with stubborn cloud and damp air. Connacht and Ulster start the day under low cloud and Atlantic-driven showers. Leinster and Munster will briefly taste hazy sunshine before moisture drifts in. Don’t be fooled—the air’s sticky, the skies brooding, and while temps may peak at 22 °C, it’s the damp that bites. A mild but persistent southwest wind guarantees that today’s not going to lift spirits. And tonight? Expect widespread drizzle rolling across the country, keeping soil damp and spirits dampened.
Today’s Regional Forecast – Monday, 16 June 2025
| Region | Morning | Afternoon | Evening | Highs (°C) | Winds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ulster | Cloudy with Atlantic showers | Dry spells emerging, scattered drizzle | Outbreaks of rain/drizzle spread SE | 17–20 | Moderate → fresh SW (force 6 coastal) |
| Connacht | Overcast, patchy showers off the Atlantic | Brighter at times, more drizzle | Rain/drizzle spreads inland | 17–20 | SW |
| Leinster | Dry with hazy sunshine | Continued dry spells, slight cloud increase | Light rain/drizzle moves in | 18–22 | SW |
| Munster | Hazy sun breaks, dry throughout morning | Sustained sunshine, risk of light drizzle | Showers encroach from west | 18–22 | SW |
| Dublin | Sunshine filtered through light cloud | Hazy sun, no rain likely | Drizzle arrives from late evening | 19–22 | SW |
Today in Detail
Monday opens dialed-down—with lingering low cloud and spotty coastal showers in Connacht and Ulster. Inland, Leinster and Munster start brighter with hazy sunshine but remain vulnerable: moisture will creep back west-to-east as Monday matures. Any outdoor plans should not count on prolonged sunshine—mid-afternoon may still bring surprise drizzle.
Temperatures, however, remain pleasingly mild with highs from 17–22 °C. It’s the kind of air that begs for shorts, but foggy edges and coastal damp keep it chilly for those away from the sunlit patches. Keep a light jumper to hand—humidity sticks.
Tonight’s Outlook
As darkness arrives, Atlantic moisture rolls across the island. Showers and drizzle will push in from the west, stubbornly moving south-east. By tonight, expect drizzly swathes across Ulster, Connacht, and western Leinster before nighttime settles. Temperatures hold warm at 11–14 °C, with moderate southwest winds—the kind that cling. Take caution: fog, mist, and damp roads may appear.
Warnings & Alerts
Met Éireann declares Status Green for weather, but issues a Small Craft Warning with southwest winds reaching force 6 on coasts from Valentia to Erris Head to Malin Head, valid until midnight—mariners take heed. A Potato Blight Advisory remains active—fields will continue to soak under tonight’s moisture.
What This Means for You
- Outdoor plans? Tempered expectations: hazy sunshine may feel nice, but drizzle can end it suddenly. Keep umbrellas handy.
- Mariners be warned: coastal waters rougher, expect choppy seas with wind force 6.
- Farmers should prepare for more blight risk—prolonged damp roots encourage fungal spores.
- Morning drivers: watch mist and slick roads, especially near water bodies.
- Health note: Mild but gritty air isn’t ideal for hay-fever sufferers. Pollen remains low; mold counts may edge up.
Looking Ahead
The shift to summer begins Tuesday: patchy rain in the morning clears eastward, making way for brightness and warmth—16–21 °C ahead. By midweek, high-pressure dominance delivers sun and dry land with temps climbing near 28 °C by Thursday, courtesy of a warm southerly plume. Finally—summer’s first real arrival.
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