On This Day (17 July) in Irish Weather History

A chronological record of weather events and extremes that occurred in Ireland on 17 July throughout history.

1983 – Intense thunderstorms hit the south and southeast, causing flash flooding. Kilkenny records 66mm of rain in just a few hours.

1985 – Strong winds and heavy rain sweep across the country, as unsettled conditions persist throughout the month.

1986 – A gust of 100 km/h is recorded at Malin Head, Donegal.

1989 – Temperatures soar to 29°C in Kilkenny during a warm summer spell.

1996 – A settled and warm period sees temperatures widely reaching the mid to high 20s.

2006 – Kilkenny and Birr both record highs of 29.5°C, among the hottest days of the year.

2013 – A warm, sunny day across much of Ireland, with widespread temperatures in the mid-20s.

2021 – Johnstown Castle, Co. Wexford, logs the month’s highest daily sunshine total with 15.3 hours.