The forecaster warned that thunderstorms are likely to develop during this time and could lead to spot flooding and hazardous driving conditions. Meanwhile, the UK’s Met Office has issued a similar warning for heavy showers and thunderstorms for counties Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Tyrone and Derry. Met Éireann said outbreaks of rain will become widespread tonight and these will occasionally by heavy. While sunny spells will develop as the day goes on, the showers will, however, become more widespread and heavy during the afternoon. There will be sunny spells and showers on Tuesday, some of them heavy in the afternoon.

Source: Irish Independent May 07, 2023 19:40 UTC