Temperatures set to exceed 25C in Cork as Met Éireann predicts heatwave conditions 

Met Éireann has predicted that “heatwave conditions” will settle across Leeside today as temperatures are set to exceed 25C at Moorepark.

The national forecaster issued a weather advisory for all of Ireland on Monday, which came into effect last night, warning of a prolonged spell of very warm or hot weather.

The conditions will remain in place for the remainder of this week, and will further last into next week.

Speaking to The Echo, Met Éireann meteorologist Deirdre Lowe said it will be “a lovely day” in Cork today.

“At the moment, 25C is expected in the vicinity of Moorepark,” said Ms Lowe.

“It would be heatwave conditions – but we won’t know those values until later this afternoon.

“It looks like it will be a lovely day – it's a bit cloudy in parts of Cork right now, but the cloud should soon move out with big spells of sunshine this afternoon – when we’ll be watching temperatures.

“That theme will continue for the rest of the week, over the weekend, and into next week too.” 

Met Éireann has additionally said that daytime maxima will widely exceed 25C across the country, with values climbing to the high 20s or even low 30s in places from Friday.

The UV Index is expected to be high to very high, with beachgoers and sun-seekers urged to practice sun-safe behaviour.

Warm and humid nights throughout the rest of the week are predicted, with a minima of 15C or higher.

The forecaster said there is also a possibility of tropical nights and some thunderstorms later this week.

Possible impacts as a result of the heatwave conditions include water safety issues due to increased use of waterways, lakes and beaches; uncomfortable sleeping conditions; heat stress and dehydration, especially for the vulnerable and elderly; and animal welfare issues.

Met Éireann is also warning of a potential disruption to public transport; potential drought concerns, and potential wildfires and forest fires.