Today

Windy this morning with spells of persistent rain for many counties, although the rain will be lighter across the south of the country. In the afternoon the weather will improve as most of the rain dies away and the winds ease.

Highest temperatures of 11 to 14 degrees with gusty southwesterly winds.

Tonight

Generally cloudy overnight with occasional spells of showery rain and gusty southwesterly winds.

Lowest temperatures of 3 to 6 degrees.

Weather warnings

Rainfall Warning for Donegal, Galway, Mayo, Sligo and Clare (status yellow)

Periods of heavy rain expected at times through Friday and Saturday. Rainfall accumulations of 50 to 80mm.

Highest rainfall on the high ground in the west of the counties.