Wind and rain warnings have been issued for southern coastal counties.
A status yellow wind warning comes into effect for Wexford, Cork, Kerry and Waterford from 4pm today.
Winds are expected to reach mean speeds between 50-65km/h at times, with gusts of 90-100km/h.
The winds will be strongest along coastal areas, according to Met Éireann.
The warning is valid until 2pm on Thursday.
Meanwhile, a status yellow rainfall warning applies to Cork, Kerry and Waterford.
Status yellow #Rainfallwarning issued for counties #Cork, #Kerry and #Waterford,
valid from Wednesday 6pm to Thursday 6pm. pic.twitter.com/rlEUZQQ3i7
— Met Éireann (@MetEireann) December 12, 2018
Heavy rain is expected to lead to accumulations between 25mm-50mm, with spot flooding possible.
Mountain areas could see higher levels of rainfall.
That warning is valid from 6pm today, and will be valid for 24 hours.
