Record-Breaking Heat in Northern Ireland Set to Continue

The skies have been blue and temperatures high across Northern Ireland this week - and those conditions are set to stay for another few days.

Record Temperatures Hit 21C in Castlederg, Co Tyrone
Weatherman Barra Best notes this early 21C is the earliest in 13 years, with the last similar event in March 2012.

Promising Days Ahead
A 'fine dry and sunny day' expected on Thursday with a maximum temperature of 20C.

Weekend Outlook
The Met Office forecasts a dry Friday and most of Saturday with some sunshine. Cloudy conditions expected later Saturday with showers on Sunday.

Mystery Dust Particles in Northern Ireland
Experts from the Met Office explain dust particles on cars in western areas were blown north from the Sahara due to strong winds.

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