Met Eireann has issued a weather warning for parts of Ireland as stormy conditions approach. The eastern regions are anticipated to experience significant rainfall, with forecasts indicating "heavy and thundery rain" that could lead to localized flooding.
A Status Yellow rain warning has been activated for Carlow, Wexford, and Wicklow from 6 PM until midnight. The warning details the potential for local flooding, travel disruptions, and hazardous conditions due to embedded thunderstorms.
This afternoon, Munster is expected to see heavy and thundery rain, which will spread northward throughout the day, particularly affecting the south and southeast. Temperatures are forecasted to range from 13°C to 16°C, accompanied by a light to moderate southeasterly wind.
Tonight's forecast includes cloudy skies with rain, heavy at times in the northeast and east, and isolated thunderstorms possible. Mild conditions will persist, with temperatures not falling below 11°C to 14°C.
Looking ahead, unsettled weather is predicted for the week, with temperatures expected to remain above the October average. Wednesday morning will be mostly cloudy, with scattered rain, but sunny spells are anticipated in the south and west later in the day. Highs will reach 15°C to 18°C.
On Thursday, mild weather with sunny spells and scattered showers is expected, including the possibility of thunderstorms. Temperatures will range from 13°C to 16°C. Rain is forecasted to return on Friday, with heavy downpours expected in the morning and afternoon.
Saturday is predicted to be mostly dry and bright, although some cloud and showers may occur, with highs of 11°C to 14°C. Uncertainty remains in the forecast for the weekend, with potential wet and windy weather predicted for Saturday night into Sunday.