Storm Eddie Set to Hit Ireland as Recovery from Storm Dave Continues

Dublin: Met Office has warned that Storm Eddie is expected to impact Ireland before the country fully recovers from the effects of Storm Dave.

Storm Eddie, the fifth named storm of the current season, is forecast to arrive by Wednesday, April 15, bringing the potential for heavy rain, strong winds, and even snowfall in some areas. Forecasters have indicated that orange and possibly red weather warnings may be issued due to the risk of significant disruption.

Ireland has already experienced a series of storms this season, including Storm Ashley, Storm Barra, Storm Ciara, and most recently Storm Dave, which brought wind speeds of up to 100 km/h, causing travel disruption, power outages, and structural damage in several places.

According to the Met Office, the unsettled conditions are being driven by a collision between low-pressure systems moving in from the Atlantic and high-pressure systems from the east during the week of April 13 to 19. While the low-pressure system will bring rain and strong winds, intermittent high pressure may offer brief periods of more stable weather.

Short-Term Forecast

Monday is expected to remain largely dry, with cloudy conditions and some sunshine in eastern areas. Light rain and drizzle may occur, particularly along Atlantic coastal counties. Daytime temperatures will range between 10°C and 14°C, with moderate south to southeasterly winds, strengthening at times along the southwest coast.

The eastern half of the country is likely to stay mostly dry into the evening, while western regions will see more cloud cover and a chance of morning rain. Overnight temperatures are expected to fall to between 6°C and 9°C.

For the remainder of the week, forecasters predict a mix of damp and foggy conditions in places, alongside occasional showers and thunderstorms. However, intervals of dry and bright weather are also expected between unsettled periods.

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