With the heatwave seeing a record August high of 31.7C in Carlow, and ending in thunder, Met Eireann has issued a monthly forecast with sunny conditions set to return in a matter of weeks.
The next few weeks will see above average temperatures with wetter than average conditions in the east while drier than average conditions are expected in the west of the country.
However, one week in particular is set to bring sunny spells.
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From August 29 until September 4, current projections indicate a return to high pressure with above average temperatures expected.
Precipitation levels are expected to be below average for this period.
From September 5 until September 11, there is considerable uncertainty. However, the Meteorological service is predicting predominately low pressure with wetter than average conditions across the country.
Temperatures are expected to be warmer than average during this period.
This comes as a status orange weather warning remains in place for Munster, Wexford, Carlow, Kilkenny, Laois, Offaly, Kildare, Wicklow, and Dublin.
The warning is in effect from 9am until 10pm tonight with further thunderstorm activity expected as well as potential heavy downpours of rain and hail in some areas.
Thunder and lightning safety advice
What to do and not to do in a thunderstorm
· Lightning can cause power surges, unplug any non-essential appliances if not already using a surge protector.
· Seek shelter if possible. When you hear thunder you are already within range of where the next ground flash may occur, lightning can strike as far as 10 miles away from the centre of a storm.
· Telephone lines can conduct electricity so try to avoid using the landline, unless in an emergency
· If outside avoid water and find a low-lying open place that is a safe distance from trees, poles or metal objects
· Avoid activities such as golf, rod fishing or boating on a lake
· Be aware of metal objects that can conduct or attract lightning, including golf clubs, golf buggies, fishing rods, umbrellas, motorbikes, bicycles, wheelchairs, mobility scooters, pushchairs, wire fencing and rails. If you are in a tent, try to stay away from the metal poles
· If you find yourself in an exposed location it may be advisable to squat close to the ground, with hands on knees and with head tucked between them. Try to touch as little of the ground with your body as possible, do not lie down on the ground
· If you feel your hair stand on end, drop to the above position immediately
The Met Office says: "If you are caught out in thunder and lightning it is advised that you wind up the windows and stay inside your car. This is because in the vast majority of cars with a metal roof and frame, the frame will act as a conductive Faraday cage, passing the current around the passengers inside and on to the ground."
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