Northern Ireland weather forecast for Eleventh Night and Twelfth of July

Sophie McLaughlin
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-Credit: (Image: Justin Kernoghan)
-Credit: (Image: Justin Kernoghan)


Thousands of people are set to take to the streets of Northern Ireland this week to celebrate the Eleventh Night bonfires and Twelfth of July parades.

Whether participating in celebrations or spectating, most of the main events to celebrate the 334th anniversary of the Battle of the Boyne take place outside every year - so weather plays an important part in preparations.

After a wet start to the week, the Met Office has forecast that the rain is likely to stay off, remaining "dry for most" for Eleventh Night bonfires on Thursday.

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Bright sunny spells could be on the cards across the country on Friday as demonstrations take place in 18 areas of Northern Ireland.

In Belfast on the 12th, the Met Office said there will be "sunny intervals changing to partly cloudy by nighttime" with highs of 18C.

Here's the full NI weather outlook for the next few days, according to the Met Office :

Weather map for 12th July shows mostly dry with some sunny spells
Weather map for 12th July shows mostly dry with some sunny spells -Credit:Met Office

Thursday (Eleventh Night)

A drier and brighter day with occasional sunny spells. Dry for most, although there will be isolated light showers. Feeling pleasant in any sunshine, winds mostly light. Maximum temperature 18 °C.

Outlook for Friday (Twelfth of July) to Sunday

Plenty of dry weather with bright or sunny spells, feeling pleasant in any sunshine, However, occasional showers, these mainly at the weekend.

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