Dublin: Forecasters have warned that colder weather will return to Ireland later this week, with temperatures expected to drop sharply from Thursday night and the possibility of snow in some areas.
According to Met Éireann, overnight temperatures could fall to between 0°C and 4°C from Thursday. A yellow weather warning has also been issued, taking effect from midnight and remaining in place until 6 pm on Thursday.
Snow and Blizzard Risk
Conditions are expected to remain cold on Friday, with an increased chance of snow, sleet and blizzard-like showers in some regions. Daytime temperatures are forecast to reach only 5°C to 8°C.
Weather conditions are expected to improve slightly by Saturday, when temperatures may rise to 8°C to 11°C. However, parts of the western coast could experience strong winds, with a yellow gale warning in place for some areas.
Strong Wind Alerts in the West
Separately, a wind warning was issued for County Donegal, County Galway, and County Mayo, where strong winds were expected from 6 pm yesterday until early this morning.
Changing Weather Conditions
Forecasters say today will remain mostly dry and bright, with sunny spells and occasional scattered showers. However, conditions are expected to turn wet and windy on Thursday, with strong south-westerly winds developing.
Snow is also possible overnight in western and north-western parts of the country.
Met Éireann has further warned that snow and sleet may occur on Friday morning, as a shift in the jet stream allows colder air to move over Ireland. This change in atmospheric patterns is expected to bring lower temperatures across the country through the weekend.
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