Irish weather is famously fickle, shifting from bright sun to brisk showers within the hour. Met Éireann, the national meteorological service, provides the official forecasts and warnings that cut through this uncertainty for any location.

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Official weather service: Met Éireann (met.ie) ·
Forecast range: Up to 15 days ·
Warning levels: Red, Orange, Yellow ·
Live satellite maps: Available on met.ie

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
3Timeline signal
  • Small Craft marine warning active from Mizen Head to Slyne Head, valid to 16:00 Sunday 10 May (Met Éireann Warnings)
  • Second Small Craft warning follows from 16:00 Sunday to 00:00 Monday 11 May (Met Éireann Warnings)
4What’s next
  • National outlook turns more changeable from Tuesday with blustery showers (Met Éireann National Forecast)
  • Limerick and western counties previously under yellow wind warning – status now cleared (Limerick Leader Weather)

Five key facts about Ireland’s official weather service, one pattern: Met Éireann provides the deepest data, but the range of forecast lengths can be confusing.

Fact Details
Official service Met Éireann (est. 1936)
Forecast range Up to 21 days
Warning severity levels Red, Orange, Yellow
Live satellite update interval 5 minutes
Farmers’ forecast update Daily
Current national warnings None active
Marine warnings 2 Small Craft warnings active 10-11 May
Today’s temperature range 10 to 15°C

What is the 10-day weather forecast for Ireland?

How to access the 10-day forecast on met.ie

  • Visit met.ie and enter any town or county in the search bar to get a 10-day overview. The forecast is updated twice daily from the national forecast issued at 21:30 (Met Éireann National Forecast).

What temperature range to expect in the next 10 days

  • Sunday 10 May: highs 10 to 15°C (Met Éireann Homepage)
  • Monday 11 May: highs 11 to 16°C (Met Éireann National Forecast)
  • Tuesday to Thursday: highs 9 to 15°C, cooler with showers (Met Éireann National Forecast)

How reliable are 10-day forecasts?

  • The 10-day forecast is considered moderately reliable for general trends; accuracy for specific conditions declines after day 7 (Met Éireann Forecasts).
Bottom line: Met Éireann’s 10-day forecast is a solid guide for planning, but treat day 8-10 details as trends, not guarantees. For short-range decisions (next 48 hours), switch to the hourly view.
The trade-off

A 10-day outlook gives you a general sense, but Ireland’s fast-moving Atlantic systems mean the difference between sunshine and showers can hinge on updates within hours.

The implication: checking back daily is essential for accurate planning.

Is there a red weather warning in Ireland today?

What does a red weather warning mean?

  • Red warnings indicate extreme weather with potential danger to life. They are the highest of three severity levels (Red, Orange, Yellow) used by Met Éireann (Met Éireann Warnings & Advisories).

How to check current warnings on met.ie

  • The Met Éireann Warnings page shows a colour-coded map of Ireland. Click any county to see the warning level, validity times and advice. As of 10 May 2026, no national warnings are active (Met Éireann Warnings).

Recent red warnings in Ireland

Why this matters

Red warnings are rare but demand immediate action. Knowing where to check – and understanding that “no warnings” doesn’t mean “no wind” – can keep you safe during the next big event.

The pattern: a quiet warning map often lulls people into complacency, but marine alerts show conditions can still be hazardous.

How can I view a live satellite weather map of Ireland?

Accessing the satellite map on met.ie

  • Go to Met Éireann’s Satellite and Rainfall Radar page. The map updates every 5 minutes, showing cloud cover and precipitation intensity (Met Éireann Weather Maps).

Interpreting cloud cover and rainfall radar

  • White and grey patches indicate cloud; colour overlays (blue, green, red) show rainfall intensity. The radar is particularly useful for tracking showers approaching from the Atlantic (Met Éireann Rainfall Radar).

Using the map for location-specific weather

  • Click anywhere on the map to see current conditions at that exact location, including temperature, wind and humidity (Met Éireann Weather Maps).

What this means: the live map lets you watch Atlantic weather systems approach in real time, giving you a tactical edge over static forecasts.

What is the Met Éireann 7-day farmers’ weather forecast?

What crops and activities the farmers’ forecast covers

  • The farmers’ forecast includes soil temperature, drying conditions, wind speeds and rainfall expectations tailored to grass growth, silage and tillage decisions (Met Éireann Agriculture).

How to interpret soil temperature and drying conditions

  • Soil temperature at 10cm depth is provided along with a drying index – a measure of how quickly hay or silage will dry after cutting. This data is updated daily from automated stations across Ireland (Met Éireann Agriculture).

Where to find the forecast on met.ie

  • Navigate to the Agriculture section of met.ie. The 7-day farmers’ forecast is issued each morning alongside the national outlook (Met Éireann National Forecast).

The catch: while invaluable for farmers, the soil temperature data is also useful for gardeners and groundskeepers timing their planting or turf care.

What is the 21-day hourly weather forecast from Met Éireann?

Comparing 21-day vs 15-day forecasts

  • The 21-day forecast provides a long-range outlook with hourly breakdowns for the first 3 days, then daily summaries. It was introduced in 2023 (Met Éireann 21-day Forecast). The 15-day forecast remains the standard for most users, with more consistent verification data (Met Éireann 15-day Forecast).

How to access hourly data for each day

  • On any location’s forecast page, click the “Hourly” tab to see temperature, wind and precipitation for each 3-hour block for the first 3 days. After that, the forecast switches to 12-hour intervals (Met Éireann Hourly Forecast).

Limitations of extended forecasts

  • Accuracy decreases significantly after 10 days. The 21-day forecast is experimental and not officially validated for day-to-day planning beyond the first week (Met Éireann 21-day Forecast).
The upshot

For most people, the 15-day forecast offers the best balance of range and reliability. The 21-day version is a handy curiosity for long-range planning but shouldn’t drive critical decisions.

Timeline signal: Met Éireann warnings and events

  • 1936 – Met Éireann established as the Irish Meteorological Service (Wikipedia)
  • 2017 – Storm Ophelia triggers Ireland’s first red wind warning (Wikipedia)
  • 2018 – Storm Emma brings red snow warning, widespread disruption (Wikipedia)
  • 2023 – Met Éireann introduces 21-day hourly forecast (Met Éireann)
  • 08-10 May 2026 – Two Small Craft warnings issued for north/northeast winds force 6 (Met Éireann Warnings)

Clarity: what’s confirmed, what’s unclear

Confirmed facts

  • Met Éireann is the official Irish meteorological service.
  • Red warnings indicate life-threatening weather.
  • Live satellite maps update every 5 minutes.
  • No national warnings are currently active.
  • Small Craft marine warnings are in effect for 10-11 May.

What’s unclear

  • Accuracy of 21-day forecasts compared to 15-day is not officially quantified.
  • Future changes to warning criteria are speculative.

Expert perspectives

“Checking the local forecast on met.ie is the best way to stay informed, because conditions can vary dramatically within a few kilometres in Ireland.”

— Met Éireann spokesperson (Met Éireann About)

“The radar is updated every five minutes, so you can see rain moving in real time. That makes it far more useful than a static forecast when you’re planning outdoor work.”

— RTE Weather presenter (RTE Weather)

For anyone living in or visiting Ireland, the decision to rely on official Met Éireann forecasts — rather than generic international apps — means getting location-specific warnings and data updated by Ireland’s only government meteorological service. The trade-off: checking met.ie directly takes a few extra clicks, but the accuracy and local relevance justify the effort. That trade-off becomes essential when marine warnings or sudden changes in Atlantic systems affect your plans.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I find the weather for my exact location in Ireland?

Enter your town, city or Eircode into the search bar on met.ie to get a hyperlocal forecast including temperature, wind and hourly breakdowns (Met Éireann Homepage).

What is the most reliable weather source in Ireland?

Met Éireann (met.ie) is the official government source, providing tier-1 data from the Irish Meteorological Service (Met Éireann About).

How often is the 10-day forecast updated?

The national forecast is issued at 21:30 daily; regional updates follow twice a day (Met Éireann National Forecast).

What should I do during a red weather warning?

Stay indoors, avoid travel, and monitor Met Éireann Warnings and local authority updates (Met Éireann Warnings & Advisories).

Can I get an hourly forecast for my location?

Yes – on any location page on met.ie, click the “Hourly” tab to see 3-hourly data for the first 3 days (Met Éireann Hourly Forecast).

Is the 21-day forecast as accurate as the 15-day?

No. Accuracy drops significantly after 10 days; the 21-day forecast is experimental and not officially validated for detailed planning (Met Éireann 21-day Forecast).

How do I use the Met Éireann satellite map?

Visit met.ie/weather-maps/satellite, click any location to get current conditions, and toggle between cloud, rainfall and wind layers (Met Éireann Weather Maps).

For a real-time view, check current conditions for Glasgow or read about tornado warning status for Ireland for wider context.