Weather

Thursday night saw temperatures dip as low as -5.5 degrees

‘The heating bills are going to hurt’ - Temperatures set to plunge

Temperatures are set to plunge across Ireland

Subzero temperatures on the way as Ireland braces for bitter cold snap

The warnings will come into effect at 10pm on Friday night

Widespread fog warnings issued as temperatures plunge ahead of weekend

Plunging temperatures can have a destructive effect on car batteries

Irish drivers warned of hidden damage as temperatures plunge to -1

Met Éireann is forecasting a wet and windy start to Saturday, with widespread heavy rain

Ireland faces double battering as Storm Boelo to follow Storm Austen

Storm Austen Longford: severe weather assessment team 'activated'

Carlow Weatherman Alan O'Reilly has said the wind and rain expected on Saturday will be 'worse' than what Storm Austen will bring

Experts pinpoint 'worse' day as Storm Austen set to batter Ireland

Met Éireann have warned that the south of Ireland could experience the worst impacts

Ireland braces for impact of Storm Austen as warnings may be upgraded

Storm Austen will spread eastwards across Ireland, bringing the risk of localised flooding

Nationwide weather warning as Storm Austen set to batter Ireland

No weather warnings have been issued as of yet

Heavy rain on the way as experts say 'stay tuned' for storm updates

The venom of the false widow is more potent than that of native spiders

Irish households warned over venomous spider as temperatures plunge

Frost is possible in places, while patches of mist and fog are also expected to develop

Freezing temps on the way before potential stormy October turnaround

More than 300,000 public sector workers are expected to take part in the 24-hour strike

Disruption expected as weather warnings issued amid nationwide strikes

Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow wind warning for Donegal, Galway and Mayo

Double disruption as weather warnings issued ahead of strike

Donegal, Galway, Sligo, Mayo and Leitrim have been issued the warnings

'Heavy rain' on the way as five counties hit with weather warnings

Some parts of Ireland will hit 20 degrees on Monday

Autumn chill set to return after 'crazy' October warmth

There is a risk of coastal flooding today, especially near the South coast of the country

Experts warn of flood risk as weather warnings in place
Wind and rain warnings are in place until 9pm this evening
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Very strong and gusty southeasterly winds are expected

Heavy rain on the way as five counties hit with weather warnings

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Changeable conditions are expected for the week ahead

Temperatures to hit 24 degrees in some parts of Ireland today

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Potential impacts include localised flooding, difficult travelling conditions and outdoor events impacted

Weather warnings issued as rain set to batter parts of Ireland

Heavy showers are on the way for the weekend

Rain could 'cause issues' for Irish Open as washout weekend on the way

The latest list features 21 names

From Austen to Wende: The 21 storm names that could impact Ireland

Apart from a small chance of an occasional isolated shower there is no notable rainfall forecast in county Longford on Saturday or Sunday.

Lots of Longford sunshine with temperatures to hit 20C this weekend

ICSA president Sean McNamara is a sheep, beef and suckler farmer from Lismacaffrey in County Westmeath.

Longford Farming: Drought action cannot wait say ICSA

ICSA president Sean McNamara said there needs to be action now to grow as much fodder as possible and protect winter supplies.

Longford Farming: ICSA call to action as drought stifles farm incomes

Back to school jackets on sale at mountain warehouse

Back to school reductions on coats at Mountain Warehouse (aff)
Mountain Warehouse have a range of bargains available on kids jackets for the back to school season.
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Ireland can expect some much needed rain over the coming days

Rain and thunderstorms expected as verdict given on Electric Picnic

Met Eireann's weather forecast is in

Met Eireann weather forecast is in and pinpoints heavy showers

Uisce Éireann appeals to the public in Longford to continue using water responsibly

Appeal to Longford public to use water responsibly during dry spell

Weather warnings are now in place

Ireland to sizzle in 31 degree heat as weather warnings in place

All of Leinster and Tipperary have been hit with High Temperature Warnings

Met Éireann issues Status Yellow high temperature warning for Longford

Potential impacts include heat stress and animal welfare issues

Weather warning for 13 counties as 'blast' of hot weather on the way

Weekend weather forecast a mix of warmth, wet, and wind

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Six counties have been hit with weather warnings

Heavy downpours on the way as six counties hit with weather warnings

Rain has been forecast for Sunday and Monday

Bank Holiday weekend washout as experts pinpoint return of rain

Rain and wind forecasted for the next week

Switch up in the weather as rain, wind and clouds forecasted

The ban comes after one of Ireland’s largest hot spells in recent years which has put drinking water supplies under pressure

Breaking Hosepipe ban extended for entire country from Friday

Uisce Éireann calls for water conservation in Longford

High-temperature warning for Ireland with 29 degree heat expected

High-temperature warning for Ireland with 29 degree heat expected

The Bay Horse, Granard is the venue for the much anticipated Granard SpeedShear event on Saturday, July 18 and promoting the SpeedShear during the recent Granard Agricultural Show launch were Mickey Kelly, Show Secretary Hazel McVeigh, Louise Kelly and Show Chairperson Gerry Tully

€2,500 in prize money for exciting Granard SpeedShear at The Bay Horse

Under the restrictions, the use of hosepipes for activities such as watering gardens, washing private vehicles and filling paddling pools is prohibited

Hosepipe ban hotline sparks debate on Claire Byrne show

Signs of heat stroke include heavy panting, drooling, lethargy, confusion, vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness or seizures.

Farmers and pet owners urged to 'protect' animals as temperatures soar

Don’t forget to keep your pets cool! Credit: Shutterstock

Urgent advice for Longford animal and pet owners as temperatures soar

High temperatures are expected to last into late next week

Warnings in place as experts pinpoint when temperatures will ease

Longford dog owners have lots to wag about as Woofland dog park opens

Late James 'Jimmy' Rowe, No. 10 Slí Na Móna, Ballymahon, Longford / Tuam, Galway

Longford family disappointed with two days notice for crash inquest

Met Éireann predicts blue skies for the next 7 days

Week long weather advisory for Longford

Uisce Éireann is asking households and businesses across the country to keep saving water where they can this summer

Uisce Éireann warns 'water being used faster than it can be replaced'

Michael, Joseph, Annie and Ellen O'Kane, Michael and Robert Moorhead with some prize winning sheep at the Longford Show

Top class Longford Show poised to return to Killoe in 2027

Daytime temperatures will widely exceed 25 degrees with values climbing to the high 20s or even low 30s in places from Friday.

Met Éireann issues advisory for 'prolonged' heatwave amid rising temps

Temperatures could reach 30 degrees this week

Record-breaking heatwave to return as temps could reach 30 degrees

The heatwave in late June resulted in a remarkable number of records being broken nationwide

Unusual 'tropical nights' recorded as June heatwave shatters records

Highs of 26 degrees are expected in some parts of the country this week

Ireland could be set for another heat wave as temperatures to climb

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