The Irish weather has definitely taken a turn for the better this week, as the forecast heatwave has begun.
Calm, settled, and warm weather will be predominant for the next few days, with temperatures reaching 22C in places over the weekend and warm late teens temperatures into next week.
The heatwave will likely last right throughout the week with sunshine and warm temperatures forecast.
The best of the weather will be in the east of the country with scattered showers in places.