Looks like this weekend will be a windy washout

Author: Emma DicksonPublished 10th Jun 2022
Last updated 10th Jun 2022

Sadly according to the Met Office we’re in for an unseasonably wet and windy weekend.

Ex-Tropical Storm Alex has developed into a low-pressure system, which will continue to see blustery showers across Northern Ireland.

Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist Chris Almond said: “Although no longer a named storm, the remnants of Ex-Tropical Storm Alex will bring some strong winds across the northern half of the UK – especially to the Scotland and Northern Ireland on Friday and Saturday.

An unsettled start to next week with some cool nights looks most likely, but there are some signals of a warming trend for the UK later in the week.

The pollen forecast looks set to stay at medium for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Northern Ireland’s Weekend Forecast 👇

Tonight: Bright spells and scattered showers through the evening. Cloudiest in the west overnight with showers turning to longer spells of rain later. Fresh or strong southwesterly winds. Minimum temperature 11 °C

Saturday: Another windy day with strong westerly or southwesterly winds. Rather cloudy with scattered showers in the morning, these easing later with brighter spells developing. Maximum temperature 18 °C****

Outlook for Sunday to Tuesday: Bright with well scattered showers and easing westerly winds through Sunday. Mainly dry and bright Monday and Tuesday, though a chance of rain later in the west****

Check out some of the fun things to do this weekend in Belfast (come rain or shine)

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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