Yellow weather warning in place for heavy rain this Friday
Heavy rain and strong, gusty winds are expected
Last updated 27th Oct 2022
Heavy rain is likely to cause some disruption and flooding in a few places across Northern Ireland on Friday.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning of rain, from midnight to 11am on Friday 28th October.
Rain is expected to sweep across Northern Ireland during the early hours of Friday morning, clearing eastwards by late morning.
Within this, narrow bands of heavy rain are likely to develop and where these become temporarily slow-moving, 20-30 mm, perhaps 40 mm of rain could fall in 2-3 hours.
The Met Office has also warned that heavy rain is expected to be accompanied by some strong, gusty winds.
What to expect:
- Flooding of a few homes and businesses is likely
- Bus and train services probably affected with journey times taking longer
- Spray and flooding on roads probably making journey times longer
Northern Ireland's five-day weather forecast:
Today: Some early brightness possible around the north coast. Otherwise a cloudy day with outbreaks of rain and drizzle, occasional heavy. Misty at times around the Irish Sea coast. Another mild day. Maximum temperature 16 °C.
Tonight: Becoming drier this evening before widespread rain spreads east through the night, occasionally heavy. Strong south to southeasterly winds developing along the east coast. Mild. Minimum temperature 11 °C.
Friday: Cloud and rain clearing away through the morning to leave a mainly dry and bright afternoon. Mild. Maximum temperature 15 °C.
Outlook for Saturday to Monday: Cloud and rain on Saturday morning, turning drier in the afternoon. A few showers on Sunday, then mainly dry on Monday. Remaining mild.
Take a look at some of things you can get up to in Belfast this weekend in the rain 👇
Visit Titanic Belfast
Titanic Belfast is one of Europe's top tourist destinations...if tourists were allowed! Celebrating the birthplace of the world's most famous vessel, this is the world's largest Titanic museum, with nine interactive galleries. Even walking around the magnificent building outside and onto the slipways is something to behold.
Experience We Are Vertigo
We Are Vertigo is perfect for families who aren't scared of adventure or a little adrenaline rush. Located in the heart of Belfast's Titanic Quarter, you'll find this bustling park filled with Ireland's only indoor skydiving centre and Ninja Master Course. Just outside of the city sits the world's largest Inflata-Park, indoor ski slopes and an alpine themed adventure centre in Newtownbreda. You'll sleep for a week after a trip here!
Park up at Let's Go Hydro's Drive-In Cinema
Sometimes all you want to do on a rainy day is stay inside and watch movies. Well swap the living room for Let's Go Hydro drive-in cinema, you don't even have to take off your slippers. Showing everything from Disney classics to rom-coms and horror films, you can even have snacks delivered straight to your car door.
Hit the ice at Dundonald's Ice Bowl
Swap the puddles outside, for the ice inside. Dundonald Ice Bowl is Northern Ireland's only public Olympic sized ice rink. Just next door is a 30 lane tenpin bowling centre and Indiana Land - a jungle inspired playground for under 12s. No matter the age, there's something to keep you entertained here.
Taste NI's signature produce at St George's Market
You haven't really experienced Belfast until you've sampled some of the local delicacies, and where better to try them out than under the famous St George's Market green roof. The warm Belfast Bap is a must-try!
Test your swing at Lost City Adventure Golf
Could you be the next Rory McIlroy? You'll never know until you try! Lost City Adventure Golf has not just one but two indoor 18-hole jungle themed adventure golf courses, complete with incredible special effects and interactive obstacles. It's fun for all the family!
Step back in time at the Ulster Museum
Located in Botanic Gardens, the Ulster Museum is filled with some of the most enchanting artefacts and historical pieces. From the sparkling space rocks to the real life mummy Takabuti - there's something new for everyone to discover here.
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