Ireland weather snow forecast as weather maps show counties affected
Weather forecasters WX Charts are predicting snowfall in Ireland by mid-November, with some areas of the country remaining snow-free while others get 1-9cm of itDUBLIN, IRELAND - MARCH 2: Footprints on the snowy foreground can be seen, and a Gaelic football goal posts in the background, on March 2, 2024 in Dublin, Ireland. Following heavy snowfall across Ireland, a Status Yellow ice warning is in effect with temperatures expected to drop as low as -1 degree according to Met Éireann. (Photo by Natalia Campos/Getty Images)Irish weather is known to be changeable - but a very big change might be on the way as weather maps predict Ireland may see some snow this month.While January and February are the most likely months to get snow in this country, there is always a chance that it could arrive sooner. Weather forecasters WX Charts are predicting snowfall in Ireland on November 15th and 16th.Long range forecasts are very much subject to change, but the maps show that while most of the country is in for wintery rainfall, some areas of the north, west and midlands may see snow. A maximum depth of 9cm is predicted, but most areas are forecast to be in for no more than 1-3cm. In their map below, white indicates snow, purple indicates snow depth and blue indicates rainfall. You can follow the maps for yourself on the WX Charts site.In contrast, Met Éireann's most long range forecast suggests that changable conditions with low temperatures - though still above average - are on the way for the end of the year. "The signal from the C3S seasonal models for Ireland during the September October November (SON) period is for above average temperatures, with average rainfall overall," they predict.WX CHARTS Winter Predictions"Mean temperatures during SON are signalled to be above average overall. Temperatures are likely to trend between 0.5 and 1.0°C above average over the three-month period. The rainfall forecast is less certain, with the potential for both wetter and drier periods through the Autumn season. There is however a higher signal for drier periods in October at times."Their long-range forecast for the week including November 15th and 16th says "there is a signal for low pressure to continue bringing unsettled conditions. Mean air temperatures are expected to be average for this time of year with above average rainfall across the country." Here is your weather forecast for Dublin over the weekend:FridayRather dull or cloudy today with some rain, drizzle or mist starting out. More general falls of rain will arrive through the morning, persisting then for daylight hours. Highest temperatures of 12 to 14 degrees in moderate southeast winds.Lingering rain is possible for a time early tonight but it should become dry by midnight. Some mist will set in though. Cool with lowest temperatures of 4 to 9 degrees in light southerly or variable breezes.SaturdaySome sunny spells early on Saturday with mostly dry weather for daylight hours. However, cloud will increase with rain developing into the evening hours, along with freshening southerly winds. Some hill, mist and coastal fog then too. Highest temperatures of 12 to 14 degrees.Saturday night will be wet and breezy with widespread rain, heavy at times. Lowest temperatures of 8 to 11 degrees, in a moderate to fresh southerly wind.SundayBeginning cloudy with some scattered falls of rain and drizzle, soon clearing northeastwards. Mostly dry weather will follow for the rest of the day with sunny spells breaking through. Highest temperatures of 12 to 14 degrees, in light to moderate southwesterly winds. Mostly dry and calm overnight but with some mist and fog, mainly across eastern areas. Chilly too with lowest temperatures of 3 to 6 degrees.Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice .For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
