Shipping forecast for the North Irish Sea

Strong winds at first.

High pressure northeast of Scotland, extending a ridge across the Irish Sea.

East or northeast mainly 5 or 6, decreasing mainly 4 or 5 in the afternoon, then 3 or 4 overnight.

Slight or moderate, becoming slight this evening.

Isolated showers.

Mostly good.

East or northeast 2 to 4, decreasing 3 or less overnight.

Slight, becoming smooth or slight later.

Isolated showers, then perhaps occasional rain later.

Good, occasionally moderate in rain or showers.