Met Éireann issues status yellow heat warning for Leinster, Tipperary

Met Éireann has issued a yellow heat warning for Leinster and Tipperary, forecasting maximum temperatures exceeding 27 degrees Celsius over the coming days. The alert, which commenced on Tuesday, will remain in effect for the 13 affected counties until Friday at 6 am, when it is set to expire. During this period, nighttime temperatures are anticipated to remain above 15 degrees Celsius, raising concerns about heat stress, animal welfare concerns, and uncomfortable sleeping conditions.

Forecaster also cautioned about potential water safety issues due to heightened usage of water bodies.

Prior to the alert's activation, temperatures are projected to peak at 27 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, described as a "warm or very warm" day. Wednesday is expected to be a "humid and very warm or even hot day," with temperatures soaring to 28 or 29 degrees Celsius, with Leinster experiencing the peak heat. Coastal regions in the west and southwest will see somewhat cooler temperatures, ranging from 20 to 23 degrees Celsius.

Thursday is anticipated to remain warm or hot, with temperatures reaching up to 28 degrees Celsius before a gradual decline to between 17 and 22 degrees Celsius on Friday. While there remains some uncertainty in the forecast for the weekend, indications suggest a "cooler end to the week," with Sunday potentially experiencing a "wetter day."