Weather Forecast for Ireland – Friday, 28 March 2025
Prepare for a dramatic shift as Ireland transitions from mild conditions to a turbulent and chilly Friday. Anticipate widespread showers, some heavy with the potential for hail and isolated thunderstorms. These showers will gradually ease and become more isolated later in the day. Temperatures will be noticeably cooler, ranging from 8 to 11 degrees, accompanied by moderate to fresh and gusty westerly winds, which will be strong at times in western and northern coastal areas but will moderate later in the day.
Regional Weather Overview – Friday, 28 March 2025
Weather Conditions Across Ireland
| Region | Morning Conditions | Afternoon Conditions | Highs (°C) | Winds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leinster | Cool and breezy with scattered showers | Heavy showers, risk of hail and thunderstorms | 8 – 11 | Fresh and gusty westerly, moderating later |
| Munster | Breezy with sunshine and isolated showers | Widespread heavy showers, chance of hail | 9 – 11 | Fresh westerly, strong in coastal areas |
| Connacht | Cool with scattered showers | Heavy showers with possible thunderstorms | 8 – 10 | Fresh and gusty westerly, easing later |
| Ulster | Breezy with sunshine and isolated showers | Widespread heavy showers, risk of hail | 8 – 10 | Fresh westerly, strong in coastal regions |
| South Coast | Cool and breezy with scattered showers | Heavy showers, chance of thunderstorms | 9 – 11 | Fresh westerly, moderating by evening |
Tonight’s Outlook
As night falls, expect clear spells and isolated showers at first, mainly in the north and west. These showers will die away through the night, and cloud will start to build from the southwest. Lowest temperatures will range from 1 to 5 degrees, with winds continuing to ease, becoming light to moderate south to southwesterly overnight.
Impact and Travel Considerations
Commuters should brace for challenging conditions, with heavy showers and the possibility of hail and thunderstorms leading to hazardous driving conditions and reduced visibility. Gusty westerly winds may pose risks, particularly in western and northern coastal areas. Exercise caution and stay updated with local advisories.
Looking Ahead
The weekend will start off largely dry for a time on Saturday, with some bright or sunny spells. However, it will become increasingly cloudy through the morning and afternoon, with scattered outbreaks of light rain and drizzle gradually spreading eastwards. Highest temperatures will range from 10 to 13 degrees in moderate to fresh and occasionally gusty southerly winds, veering southwesterly. Sunday will see any drizzle, mist, and fog clear through the morning, leaving a mostly dry day with a mix of cloud and some bright or sunny spells. Mild conditions are expected, with highest temperatures of 11 to 16 degrees in mostly moderate westerly winds. High pressure is set to dominate early next week, bringing predominantly dry weather with good spells of sunshine and temperatures potentially reaching up to 20 degrees. For more, visit Met Eireann.
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