While Tropical Storm Dexter, which strengthened in the Atlantic Ocean, won’t make landfall in Ireland, it will influence our weather.
Dexter was initially observed last Sunday evening, roughly 300 miles west-northwest of Bermuda.
Since then, it has moved northeastwards. However, Met Éireann forecasts no “impactful” weather events for Ireland.
A spokesperson shared with the : “Tropical Storm Dexter has now undergone extra-tropical transition and is weakening.”
“The remnants of the ex-tropical storm will traverse the Atlantic, bringing some scattered rain and drizzle, particularly to the west and northwest of the country, on Sunday afternoon.”
“However, no significant weather disruptions are anticipated.”
The storm will introduce “some mild and humid air with a more southerly airflow.”
“This is likely to result in warmer and more humid conditions initially next week, with peak temperatures reaching the low to mid-20s. While sunny periods are expected, some heavy showers are also possible.”
Met Éireann stated that from midweek onward, although details remain uncertain, a return to a fresher westerly airflow is probable, with temperatures returning to average levels in the high teens.
Overall, the next few days are expected to be unsettled.
Friday will feature scattered showers, becoming isolated by evening. Later that evening, cloud cover will increase from the northwest.
A band of rain will spread southeastwards from the north on Saturday morning, clearing the south coast by early afternoon. This will be followed by sunny spells from the north with a few scattered showers, and temperature highs of 16C to 21C.
Sunday will begin with sunshine, particularly in the north and east. However, cloud cover will gradually move in from the southwest throughout the day, bringing patchy rain.
Much of Leinster is likely to remain dry but become overcast by evening.
