Cork has experienced an exceptionally dry spell over the past week, with just 0.6mm of rainfall recorded at Roches Point—the lowest total in the country—according to Met Éireann’s latest Farming Weather Commentary. That figure amounts to just 4% of normal rainfall for this time of year.

While conditions were dry across most of the country, Cork and the wider south saw the most pronounced deficits. Valentia in neighbouring Kerry recorded just 12.6mm, highlighting how subdued rainfall has been in the southwest.

Looking ahead, weather conditions are expected to remain mostly dry up to Saturday evening, before a band of rain crosses the country on Saturday night. A further spell of wet and unseasonably windy weather is likely on Monday, but even with these bursts, rainfall in the south is expected to total around 15mm for the week—still on the lower end of seasonal norms.

Despite the dull skies of recent days, Cork Airport recorded 31.5 hours of sunshine—the highest in the country—representing 84% of the average for late July.

In terms of temperatures, the past week was warmer than usual, particularly in southern counties like Cork. Soil temperatures remain high, supporting continued crop growth despite the lack of rain. However, with sunshine expected to stay near or below average this week, conditions may remain humid and overcast even as rain stays scarce.

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