Met Éireann Issues Status Yellow Wind Warnings Across Ireland

National Weather Alert Issued

Met Éireann, Ireland's national meteorological service, has issued Status Yellow wind warnings for multiple counties across the country, effective from Sunday, January 11th, 2026, and continuing into Monday, January 12th. The warnings anticipate strong winds and heavy rain as unsettled weather conditions affect the island.

Affected Regions and Timelines

The Status Yellow wind warnings were issued for a total of 11 counties, divided into two main periods:

• A warning for Clare, Cork, Kerry, Waterford, Galway, Wexford, and Wicklow came into effect at 2 PM on Sunday, January 11th, and was valid until 8 PM the same day.
• A separate warning for Donegal, Leitrim, Mayo, and Sligo commenced at 4 PM on Sunday, January 11th, and remained in effect until midnight.

Forecasters indicated that Sunday would be wet and windy, with outbreaks of rain, heavy at times, spreading northeastwards across the country.

Expected Conditions and Potential Impacts

Met Éireann warned of 'very windy' conditions, characterized by 'strong and gusty south to southwest winds' and 'gales or strong gales in coastal areas'. The adverse weather is expected to lead to several potential impacts, including:

• Difficult travelling conditions
• Wave overtopping in coastal areas
• Displacement of loose objects
• Fallen trees and branches

Temperatures during this period were expected to be milder than recent days, with highs ranging from 10 to 13 degrees Celsius. A clearance to scattered showers was anticipated from the southwest in the evening.

Outlook for Monday

For Monday, January 12th, the forecast indicated widespread showers and occasional sunshine, with highest temperatures of 7 to 11 degrees Celsius. Winds were expected to be moderate to fresh southwesterly, easing to light to moderate by evening.