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Met Éireann Keeps Status Yellow Rain Warning for Four Western Counties Through 8 p.m.

Forecasters warn of heavy outbreaks with local flooding during a mild, unsettled week.

Overview

  • The warning covers Clare, Kerry, Galway and Mayo until 8pm on Monday, with risks of localised flooding, poor visibility and difficult travel.
  • Monday turns dull and blustery with outbreaks of rain heaviest across the western half of the country in fresh to strong southwest winds and highs of 13–16C.
  • Wet and blustery conditions continue into Monday night, especially in southern and eastern counties, with further flooding possible in affected areas.
  • Monday night remains very mild with lows of 11–13C and fresh, gusty winds.
  • The week stays unsettled and frost-free, with rain spreading north on Tuesday, widespread rain again on Wednesday, a brief brighter start Thursday before another Atlantic spell, and further rain likely on Friday.