Up to 450% of Normal Rainfall Recorded in East

Over the past week, much of Ireland experienced significantly wetter-than-normal conditions, particularly across the eastern half of the country.

Rainfall totals in these areas ranged from 150% to an exceptional 450% of the weekly average. Casement Aerodrome in Co. Dublin topped the charts, recording 66.2mm of rain—457% of its usual amount.

In contrast, western regions saw more variability, with totals ranging between 50% and 150% of normal. The driest location was Gurteen, Co. Tipperary, which recorded just 7.9mm of rain.

Looking ahead, the coming week is expected to be much drier nationwide, according to Met Éireann. Most areas are likely to receive 10mm or less—amounting to just 50% or less of the average rainfall for this time of year. That said, scattered showers will occur at times and could result in localised higher totals, especially in southern and Atlantic coastal counties.

Temperature Trends

Despite the recent wet weather, temperatures remained above average last week. Mean air temperatures ranged from 14.7°C to 16.1°C, around 1.1 to 2.5°C higher than normal. Soil temperatures also exceeded seasonal norms, varying between 15.4°C and 17.2°C.

This warmer-than-average trend is set to continue in the week ahead, with daytime temperatures forecast to remain between 15°C and 18°C, and soil temperatures expected to rise further.

Sunshine Outlook

Sunshine was limited in parts of the country last week, particularly in the west. Knock/Ireland West Airport saw just 18.5 hours of sunshine—only 50% of its normal level. Cork Airport fared better with 40.2 hours, which is near average. The coming days are set to bring improved sunshine levels, with average or slightly above-average durations likely.