Shipping forecast for the North Irish Sea

Strong to gale force winds.

Complex areas of low pressure to the west and northwest of the British Isles driving various frontal features over the Irish Sea.

South or southeast, veering south-southwest this evening, 6 to gale 8, decreasing 5 to 7 overnight. Further decreasing 4 or 5 tomorrow afternoon.

Moderate or rough, occasionally very rough this evening and at first tonight.

Occasional rain or drizzle clearing to isolated showers this evening, merging into longer spells of rain at times tomorrow afternoon.

Good, falling moderate or poor in rain or showers.

South or southwest 4 or 5, occasionally 6, veering northwest Tuesday morning.

Slight or moderate.

Occasional showers merging into longer spells of rain at times.

Good, falling moderate in rain or showers.