Shipping forecast for the North Irish Sea

Strong wind.

Atlantic low is slow-moving to the west of Ireland, with high pressure over central Europe.

South or southwest 5 or 6, but always a force or two lighter around Liverpool Bay and Morecambe Bay.

Mainly moderate, but slight in the southeast of the area.

Occasional rain or drizzle.

Good, occasionally moderate or poor in rain or drizzle.

Mainly south or southwest 5 or 6, but 4 or 5 for much of the time in Liverpool Bay and Morecambe Bay.

Mainly moderate, but slight in the southeast of the area.

Occasional rain and drizzle.

Good, occasionally moderate or poor in rain and drizzle.