Shipping forecast for the North Irish Sea

Strong winds this morning.

Low pressure to the south of Iceland and high pressure over continental Europe, with frontal zones affecting the British Isles.

South or southwest 5 or 6, decreasing 4 or 5 this afternoon, but always a force lighter in the southeast of the area. Occasionally 6 again early tonight, before veering west or northwest 3 or 4 later in the night.

Mainly moderate, occasionally rough in the west this morning, falling slight overnight.

Occasional rain or drizzle, with areas of mist and isolated fog patches. Becoming fair overnight.

Moderate or good, occasionally poor in rain/drizzle/mist and very poor in fog patches.

West 3 or 4, soon backing south or southwest, becoming variable 3 or less Saturday evening.

Slight soon becoming smooth or slight.

Fair.

Good.