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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 20 June 2026 by the PressHive weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.

The Met Office Northern Ireland forecast shows a mixed week ahead for counties Antrim, Down, Armagh, Fermanagh, Tyrone and Derry/Londonderry, with coastal showers and inland frosts. A brisk westerly flow will bring brighter spells by Wednesday, though a low-pressure system from the Atlantic threatens more unsettled conditions for the weekend, particularly across the Sperrins and the Lough Neagh basin.

What is the outlook for the coming days?

Tuesday starts cloudy with patchy rain across the north coast and the Glens of Antrim, but drier conditions develop inland by the afternoon. Temperatures hover near 7°C in Belfast and 5°C in the higher ground of the Mournes. Wednesday brings a brief ridge of high pressure, offering a drier interlude with some sunshine, especially for the east of the province. From Thursday, a deepening Atlantic low pushes rain and strengthening winds eastwards, with gusts likely reaching 40-50mph along exposed coastal stretches from Portrush to Strangford Lough.

RegionNorthern Ireland
Max temp7-9°C (Belfast, Derry)
WindWesterly, 30-45mph gusts
Rain riskModerate, heaviest west

Will there be any snow or weather warnings?

The Met Office has not issued a snow warning for Northern Ireland at this stage, though a yellow wind warning may be needed for Friday if the low deepens. The risk of wintry showers remains low for now, but a colder airflow from the north could bring sleet to higher ground in the Sperrins and the Antrim Plateau overnight.

What is the 7 day farming weather for Northern Ireland?

The Met Office 7 day farming weather for Northern Ireland shows mostly dry ground midweek, with field work possible in lowland areas around Armagh and Down. Rain returns Thursday, with heavier bursts Friday, so plan for limited grazing windows.

Is there a Met Office Belfast 14 day forecast available?

The Met Office does not extend a detailed 14 day forecast for Belfast, but the general outlook suggests a return to Atlantic weather patterns after midweek, with temperatures near normal and rainfall likely above average for the second week.

What is the weather in Northern Ireland for 10 days?

The weather in Northern Ireland over the next 10 days from the Met Office shows a shift from settled to more active conditions. Drier and brighter spells midweek give way to rain and stronger winds from the west by Friday, with some uncertainty into the following week.

For the latest updates, check the UK weather hub or the Belfast forecast for your area. The 10 day forecast remains the most reliable guide for planning ahead across the province.