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Ireland’s Hottest and Driest July on Record | Cork News

Ireland just lived through its wildest July on record — the driest and second hottest in 126 years, with temperatures soaring, droughts gripping the land, and sun dominating the skies. Record highs shattered across the country, including Valentia’s first-ever July 30°C and Phoenix Park’s streak of over 20°C for 30 days. Eight southern and eastern stations hit century-old heatwave records, while Johnstown Castle logged the sunniest July ever nationwide — Cork Airport soaking up over 315 hours of sunshine. This isn’t just a blip; it’s a climate shift we’re now watching closely. Listen in…

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