24°C sunshine and warmer weather returns this week across NI
How long is the heat expected to last? 🌡️🌦
Last updated 28th Jun 2021
What a way to kickstart the week...long may it last!
Northern Ireland is expected to be treated to blue skies and scorching heat for the next few days! The warm weather is set to continue as high pressure continues to flow from the south.
Wednesday is expected to be the warmest this week, with spells of bright sunshine and temperatures hitting 24 degrees ☀️
You've got to make the most of it when you can, as unsettled weather is predicted to head our way over the weekend.
5 day forecast:
Tonight: After a dry and clear start to the evening, some low cloud will begin to push inland from the north coast. Chilly in places. Minimum temperature 6 °C
Tuesday: Mainly dry and sunny. However low cloud and patchy light rain may feed across northern coastal areas and penetrate inland bringing temperatures down. Maximum temperature 23 °C
Outlook for Wednesday to Friday: Largely dry and bright on Wednesday and Thursday, especially across eastern areas, some warm sunshine. However north coasts cloudier at times. Friday perhaps seeing some showers
Fancy a trip to the beach? Check out some of NI's secret spots along the coast that are sometimes forgotten and often empty...
Kearney
A long narrow road along the Ards Peninsula will lead you to the charming village of Kearney. The village dates back to the early 18th century, and it's here you'll find stunning walks, coastal floral fauna and a fantastic sand/pebble cove.
Waterfoot
Waterfoot Beach is a tranquil escape for those looking to go off-the-grid for a few hours. The backdrop of Glenariff just adds to the beauty of this location, plus if it starts to cloud over you'll have somewhere nearby to visit and escape the rain.
Rossglass
With the iconic St John's Lighthouse to your left and the majestic Mourne Mountains to the right, Rossglass is an epic hidden gem! The beach offers a mixture of sand and rocks, so there's plenty to see and do as the little ones explore the shallow pools for sea creatures.
Carnlough Beach
Carnlough Beach is crescent-shaped and sandy, with a small harbour at the northern end. The harbour is one of the must see stop offs along the Causeway Coastal route for Game of Thrones fans. Glenarm beach would be a more popular spot with locals, it's just 2km south along the coast.
Brown's Bay
This small beach can be found on the northern tip of the Islandmagee Peninsula, it's the perfect point for a quick dip or even some rock fishing with the kids. On a clear sunny day, you can even see Scotland in the far-off distance.
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