Ireland Weather: Storm Eowyn Set to Bring Sleet and Snow This Week

Storm Eowyn is approaching Ireland, bringing warnings of sleet, snow, and strong winds. Stay prepared for changing weather conditions this week.

Ireland Weather: Storm Eowyn Set to Bring Sleet and Snow This Week
Ireland Weather: Storm Eowyn Set to Bring Sleet and Snow This Week

Dublin: Storm Eowyn is on its way to Ireland, and it’s not looking pretty. Met Eireann has issued warnings about sleet and snow. The storm is expected to hit on Thursday night and Friday.

They’ve updated their weather advisory, saying strong winds will sweep across the country. The advisory is in effect from 11:19 AM today until midnight on Saturday.

The forecast mentions a deep low-pressure system moving in. This could bring damaging wind gusts and some disruption. Sleet and snow are likely, especially in the west and northwest. Heavy rain and high seas are also on the way.

On top of that, there’s a Status Yellow fog warning for several counties. This alert will be active from 10 PM tonight until 10 AM tomorrow.

Looking at the week ahead, Tuesday should be mostly dry with some sun peeking through. It’ll be cool, with temperatures between 5 and 9 degrees.

Tonight, expect a calm and chilly night with some mist and fog. Temperatures could drop to as low as -2 degrees.

Tomorrow morning, the fog should clear, but it might linger in some areas. Most places will be dry with a few scattered showers.

By Thursday, rain will be widespread in the morning. It’ll clear up a bit in the afternoon, but expect some hail.

Thursday night is when things get serious. The winds will pick up, and rain will turn to sleet or snow in some spots.

Friday looks to be very windy, with possible wintry showers, especially in the north and west. Temperatures will be between 7 and 10 degrees.

The weekend is shaping up to be unsettled, with strong winds and more rain expected. Stay safe and keep an eye on the weather updates!

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