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A Status Yellow warning has been issued Met Eireann has issued a Status Yellow weather warning for thunderstorms in parts of Ireland, with tumultuous weather set to hit in just a few hours. The warning states the thunderstorms could have a 'significant impact' into the evening for six counties in particular, with warnings that they could be life threatening at their peak. The news comes as Ireland braces for its hottest day ever, with some temperatures expected to soar to as high as 34C today.

Blue skies might not be far away. Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow rain warning for three counties, ahead of what's promised to be a brighter, drier, and warmer weekend. The yellow warning will be in effect across Cork, Kerry and Waterford from 9pm tonight (Thursday) until tomorrow morning (Friday). Met Éireann has warned of possible spot flooding and difficult travelling conditions, particularly in the southwest.

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The dark days are only temporary. After a stunning taste of summer last week, the drop in temperatures and darkening skies seem to have taken over, but fear not, the good weather is not gone forever. While the country is set for some rainy conditions this week, the sunny spells are forecast to make a return as we head into the second week of June. This week (beginning June 2) will be unsettled and increasingly cool, with rain or showers expected most days and breezy conditions at times.

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Published 16:49 27 May 2026 BST Add us as a preferred source on Google » 'Slippy roads, impaired visibility and spot flooding. Potential for severe lightning and hail damage.' Amid the current heatwave in Ireland, Met Éireann has issued two thunderstorm warnings, one yellow and one orange, which impact five counties. The Status Orange warning only applies to Cork, Ireland's biggest county. It is currently in effect and will be valid until 4pm on Wednesday (27 May).

It's the hottest May in decades. It's the question many of us asked ourselves as kids: just how hot does it have to get before we're sent home from school early? The short answer is that there is no official legal maximum temperature that automatically triggers school closures in Ireland. However, should temperatures climb above 30°C across several consecutive days and Met Éireann issue a Status Red warning, schools would be required to shut their doors.