On Monday, Shannon Airport recorded a temperature of 28.6 degrees Celsius, surpassing Ireland's previous May record of 28.4 degrees, which was set in Ardfert, County Kerry, in 1997. A spokesperson for Met Éireann indicated that further record-breaking temperatures could occur, with forecasts suggesting a range between 20 and 29 degrees Celsius across the country. While the new record is provisional, it highlights a significant weather event for Ireland. The verification process requires that temperatures be recorded at official synoptic stations, meaning that while higher temperatures may have been noted by amateur weather observers, they cannot be counted in official records. The forecast for Tuesday indicates that Ulster will experience cooler temperatures, especially near the coast, whereas parts of Munster and south Leinster could see temperatures climbing into the high 20s. This heatwave marks an unusual weather pattern for Ireland, prompting discussions about the implications of rising temperatures in the region.