Gurteen in Co. Tipperary was the wettest location in Ireland over the past seven days, recording 48.5 millimetres of rain, more than double the normal amount for the area.

By contrast, the southeast remained much drier, with Johnstown Castle in Co. Wexford receiving just 5.3 millimetres, according to Met Éireann.

The country is set for another unsettled week, with frequent spells of rain and showers expected. Rainfall is forecast to be above average nationwide, with many areas likely to receive two to three times the normal amount for this time of year.

Temperatures were cooler than usual last week, with mean air temperatures ranging from 8.2 to 10.6 degrees Celsius. Soil temperatures remained near or slightly above normal, between 9.3 and 11.9 degrees. Air temperatures are expected to rise slightly this week, reaching between 10 and 13 degrees, one to three degrees above average.

Sunshine was generally above normal, though the west and northwest saw less. Johnstown Castle recorded 32.2 hours of sun while Malin Head logged just 13.3 hours. With persistent rain and showers forecast, sunshine is likely to fall below normal in the coming days.

Most soils are currently saturated or waterlogged, particularly in wetter areas such as Tipperary. Some moderately drained soils in the south and southeast have minor moisture deficits. Drying conditions will remain poor and spraying opportunities for farmers will be very limited due to ongoing rain and strong winds.