Easter weather: Temperatures could reach 16°C in Northern Ireland
What big Easter plans are you getting up to?
Last updated 15th Apr 2022
Well Easter weekend might not be a scorcher, but at least we should see some beautiful spring weather.
It looks like places will stay dry for most of the weekend, but there is the possibility of a shower at some point for many places.
When you see a break in the clouds, perhaps its best to grab the kids and run to your nearest park or beach while you can.
Neil Armstrong, Chief Meteorologist, said: “Most people will see some spells of decent bank holiday weather this weekend, and it will feel warm in places, particularly for the first half of the Easter break.
“There will be varying amounts of cloud, but temperatures are widely likely to be above average for the time of year, although low cloud might keep temperatures lower in coastal areas.
NORTHERN IRELAND'S EASTER FORECAST
This Evening and Tonight: Showers dying out through the evening then mainly dry with some clear spells. Low cloud and mist will affect eastern coasts with some mist and fog patches developing inland overnight. Minimum temperature 4 °C
Saturday: Overnight low cloud gradually clears through the morning to leave a dry and increasingly bright day with high cloud and some hazy sunshine. Some rain in the west late evening. Maximum temperature 16 °C
Outlook for Sunday to Tuesday: Rather cloudy Sunday and Monday with occasional rain, most persistent in west Sunday, best of any brighter spells in east. A few showers Tuesday but most places dry and bright
Check out some of NI’s most adventurous and accessible play parks 👇
Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch
Get back to nature this summer at Montalto Estate. Inside sits a privately-owned demesne steeped in history dating back to the 1600s. With a range of captivating gardens, trails and even a café on site, their all-new adventure zone is worth a visit.
Cave Hill Country Park, Belfast
Towering above looms Cave Hill, otherwise known as Napoleon's Nose. From up here you can take take in 360 degree views of Belfast. They're recently refurbished adventure park includes eco-trails, orienteering routes and picnic benches for the ultimate day out.
Slieve Gullion Forest Park, Newry
Children's imaginations will run wild as they explore the Giant's Lair children's story trail and adventure play park here. Their woodland trail takes visitors on an unforgettable journey through intertwined fairy village filled with mystery, dragons, giants, witches and fairies.
Pickie Fun Park, Bangor
What's not to love about Pickie Park? They've got mini-golf, giant pedal swan and a quirky children's play area. With picturesque harbour views, don't let the sometimes-miserable weather out you off. Come rain or shine, kids will have a ball here!
Mo Mowlam Play Park, Stormont
The Mo Mowlam Play Park at Stormont Estate in Belfast is an all-inclusive play park, specially designed so children of all abilities can play together and has over 40 separate pieces of equipment. With a castle themes area, multi-sensory section and wheelchair friendly swing and roundabout everyone can take part!
Carrickfergus Marine Gardens
Alongside the waterfront in Carrickfergus with the historical castle in the backdrop, sits the superb Marine Gardens play park. Complete with old-school pirate ship and monstrous climbing frames, you could easily while away an afternoon here.
Hillsborough Forest Park
With the redevelopment of Hillsborough Forest underway and the first phase complete, visitors can now enjoy upgraded pathways throughout, stunning lakeside viewpoints with seating, additional picnic benches, extra car-parking facilities, and a state-of-the-art woodland-themed outdoor children's play area.
Delamont Country Park, Killyleagh
One of Co. Down's hidden gems, Delamont has everything you need! A first class play park complete with zip-line and mega slide, hidden woodland trails, coastal paths and even a STEAM TRAIN! There's even a handy caravan park on the grounds so you can make a full weekend out of it
Carnfunnock Country Park, Larne
You'll also find everything from a walled garden with unique sundials to a children's activity centre with outdoor adventure playground. You gotta check out their manicured maze in the shape of Northern Ireland, it's awesome!
Gosford Forest Park
Gosford Forest Park's visitor facilities was recently transformed with better walking, cycling and horse riding trails. You can find a fun children's play area beside the visitor car park and is open each day when the main forest park is open, with a sand area and wooden huts enclosed within a willow hedge.
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