Clear skies and temperatures reaching up to 21C are expected today and tomorrow, according to a senior forecaster from Met Éireann, reports RTE.
Gerry Murphy noted that the highest temperature recorded this year so far – 20.2C – occurred in Co Mayo yesterday.
Speaking on RTÉ’s Morning Ireland, Mr Murphy explained that the western half of the country will experience the most favorable weather conditions, reports RTE.
He warned, however, that a steady drop in temperatures is expected from Friday onwards, with daytime highs falling to around 13C next week and some showers likely.
Although he did not draw a direct link between global crises and weather patterns, Mr Murphy mentioned there have been times when major national events have coincided with good weather, reports RTE.
He recalled the pleasant weather at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic and during the foot and mouth outbreak in 2001.
His statements were made as Met Éireann predicted temperatures between 14C and 20C for today.
Tomorrow is expected to bring warm, dry conditions with plenty of sunshine, and temperatures may climb to 21C, reports RTE.
Uisce Éireann called on the public yesterday to conserve water to help maintain supply as the warmer weather approaches.
The agency stated that water use tends to increase as temperatures rise, reports RTE.
The public was encouraged to be conscious of their water usage to protect supplies, especially in regions where water sources are already under strain.
Tips for saving water included checking for leaks, keeping showers brief, and running dishwashers and washing machines only when full, reports RTE.
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