Shipping forecast for the North Irish Sea

Strong winds.

Low pressure will track slowly eastwards across Scotland tonight, moving into the North Sea later tomorrow.

South or Southwest 5 or 6 this evening and at first tonight, occasionally 7 in a few places, mainly in the east of the area. Veering West or Southwest 5 or 6 later in the night, still occasionally 7 in east of the area, with little change thereafter.

Moderate or rough, becoming moderate tonight.

Occasional showers, some heavy.

Good, falling moderate in showers.

West 5 or 6, occasionally 7 in the east, decreasing 4 or 5 later tomorrow night or at first. Backing South later on Friday morning and afternoon.

Moderate, becoming slight or moderate.

Occasional showers, soon becoming isolated.

Good, possibly moderate in showers.