Status Yellow - rain and thunderstorm warning for Limerick

MET EIREANN has issused a Status Yellow - rain and thunderstorm warning for the whole of Ireland.

It is valid from noon to 9pm this Sunday.

The weather forecaster says there will be widespread heavy showers or longer spells of rain, with thunderstorms bringing some lightning and hail.

While they will be hit and miss, possible impacts include localised flooding, outdoor events impacted, difficult travelling conditions, poor visibility and lightning damage.

Met Eireann issued the weather advisory at 9.43am this Sunday morning.