The hot weather is set to continue, with Met Éireann warning that temperatures could hit up to 30 degrees across Ireland this week.
Daytime temperatures are set to surpass 27 degrees this week, according to the national forecaster, hitting 30 degrees by Thursday, with minimum temperatures staying at 15 degrees.
However, the west coast could still experience some patches of drizzle, especially across Wednesday and Thursday, with the hottest day possibly featuring thunderstorms. As for Friday, Met Éireann have said that temperatures will return to the mid 20s following low pressure moving across the country, and would become even cooler by the weekend.
Looking at Dublin, the capital's zoo will see shaded areas, sun cream and blood lollies used to help the animals stay cool during the hot weather.
Warm or very warm, humid & dry for most today with plenty of sunshine and just the chance of an isolated shower🌦️
Cloudier at times though in the NW, W & SW, with just a few isolated spots of drizzle, mist & with some coastal fog possible there.
Highs generally of 22-29°C🌡️ pic.twitter.com/J68y9UrCbh
— Met Éireann (@MetEireann) June 23, 2026
According to reports in The Irish Times, zookeeper, Bri Walsh said that animals with thick coats, including red pandas and different cat species struggle most with the heat.
Walsh added that animals will also be near water cannons, misters, water pools and slabs of ice to help them cool down. She also stated that penguins will blush more to help their body naturally cool, while elephants flap with large ears.
Penguins and sea lions will be offered a fish version of blood lollies, while vegetarian primates will also have a variety of ice blocks made from fruit an vegetables.
Zookeepers will also have the job of applying special sun cream to pigs ears, preventing them from burning.
Elsewhere, Water Safety Ireland's chief executive, Joanne Walsh has advised people to swim where a lifeguard is present, and to be aware that the water could still be cold as “warm air does not mean warm water”.
Walsh also said that she is particularly concerned with surrounding teenagers, as they could partake in "risky behaviour" or consume alcohol.
Fingal County Council have confirmed that lifeguards will be present across the region. Usually, they would only be present on weekend until July in the area. It was also confirmed via The Irish Times that lifeguards would be deployed at these beaches over different days: Balcarrick Beach, Portmarnock Beach, Balbriggan Beach, Sutton Beach, Claremont Beach and Burrow Beach.
Dublin Fire Brigade have also warned people to be extra careful when it comes to prolonged dry weather, as it can greatly increase the risk of gorse or vegetation fires.
