"The country recorded an average of 493mm of rain this autumn, making it the fourth wettest in 85 years of records for Ireland, according to preliminary Met Éireann data from 25 weather stations. In its latest seasonal climate report, the national forecaster said autumn 2025 was very wet but mild. September was relatively cool and wet. It was followed by a mild, dull, and wet October, with Storm Amy bringing widespread heavy rain and the windiest period of the season. However, November was mild and wet, marked by Storm Claudia."
"Johnstown Castle in Co Wexford recorded the highest daily rainfall of 66.9mm on November 14 - its wettest autumn day since 2010. The site also had its second wettest autumn on record, with 531.4mm of rain. Meanwhile, the highest total of 650.8mm of rain was reported at Valentia Observatory in Co Kerry. It was the wettest autumn on record at Sherkin Island, Co Cork with 502.3mm; Mount Dillon, Co Roscommon with 438.7mm; and Gurteen, Co Tipperary with 382.3mm."
Average rainfall across Ireland was 493mm in autumn 2025, the fourth wettest in 85 years and the wettest season since autumn 2022, with rainfall above average nationwide. September was relatively cool and wet. October was mild, dull and wet, with Storm Amy bringing heavy rain and the windiest period. November was mild and wet and marked by Storm Claudia. Johnstown Castle recorded a daily maximum of 66.9mm and 531.4mm for the season, while Valentia Observatory reported 650.8mm. Several stations recorded their wettest autumns and many locations saw numerous days with measurable rainfall. Mean temperature averaged 11.18C, 0.39C above normal.
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