Met Éireann has issued a status yellow rain warning for six counties, with possible flooding expected. The forecaster issued the warning for Carlow, Dublin, Kilkenny, Wexford, Wicklow, and Waterford from 12pm on Thursday, March 5. Met Éireann warned of blustery rain, possible spot flooding, and difficult travelling conditions. The forecaster said rain will soon reach eastern areas as clearer conditions and sunny spells develop gradually across western counties. However, Saturday will be mostly dry with sunny spells, and highest temperatures of 8C to 12C.

Source: Irish Examiner March 05, 2026 14:44 UTC