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Why has Ireland’s temperature record been held for 140 years?

With most countries’ highest recorded temperatures having occurred in the 21st century, Ireland...

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14.08 11 Jul 2025


Why has Ireland’s temperature record been held for 140 years?


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14.08 11 Jul 2025


With most countries’ highest recorded temperatures having occurred in the 21st century, Ireland is very unusual. Ours occurred in the 19th century, a record that still stands 140 years later.

Joining Seán to discuss is John O’Sullivan, from the Climate Services Division of Met Éireann...


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