Temperatures could hit up to 30 degrees across Ireland this week, according to Met Éireann.
The national forecaster has said temperatures are set to surpass 27 degrees this week, 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.
Temperatures are expected to reach 27 to possibly 32/33°C in places on Thursday.
However the thunderstorm risk has also increased as the temperatures & humidity breakdown on Thursday evening pic.twitter.com/biwiJ2Lbqt— DublinWeather (@WeatherofDublin) June 23, 2026
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 offered 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 provided with 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.
Chief executive of Water Safety Ireland, 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.
Normally, they would only be present on weekends until July in the area. The Irish Times revealed that that lifeguards would be deployed at ese 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.
The public have also been advised to be responsible, avoid activities which could lead to a fire, as well as dispose of litter properly and report any signs of fire immediately.
