UFO sightings in Ireland

AI overview

Between 2023 and 2025, there have been 25 reported sightings in or near Ireland. Most sightings occur at night, with 86% of reports happening after dark. The most common shapes mentioned are orbs and lights, while movements include pulsing, hovering, rotating, right-angle turns, and transmedium travel between air and water. Activity has increased recently, with 2025 being the busiest year so far. May and November are the most active months, and 14 of these reports include video.

Reports include four objects seen over Dundonald, Belfast, with three in formation, and one witness who saw multiple lights and crafts over a long period while capturing interesting videos. Some observers have noted multiple objects, and one report mentioned multiple aircraft reporting a sighting to ATC at 00:30 local time.