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More rainfall expected - but at least there's some good weather news on the horizon 

There is yet more rainfall expected in the coming days - but at least the cold temperatures are letting up.

Hail and thunderstorms to hit as temperatures plummet to just 1C 

The current spate of bad weather is expected to continue this weekend as hail and thunderstorms are expected to hit.

'Wet and very windy' - forecasters issue number of weather warnings for Friday 

Forecasters have issued a number of weather warnings for the next 24 hours.

Ireland can expect more heavy snow this winter - Met Éireann's Evelyn Cusack 

IRELAND can expect more heavy snow during the winter with climate change having an effect, according to Met Eireann’s Evelyn Cusack.

Weather: Commuters urged to take extra care as heavy rain and winds spread across the country 

Wet and windy conditions continue this morning across the country after showers spread across many parts of Ireland yesterday.

Weather forecast: Heavy rain and 'unsettled weather' to continue this week 

Spells of heavy rain will continue across the country this week following a status yellow warning at the weekend.

Overnight temperatures to plummet - and the east to get the best of weather this coming week 

The weather will remain dry and sunny today, according to Met Éireann, so Dublin Marathon runners and Sunday strollers can breathe a sigh...

Temperatures to plunge ahead of bank holiday weekend as cold front moves in 

Ireland's warm October is coming to an end, with the mercury poised to plummet over the bank holiday weekend.

Temperatures drop below freezing on ‘first really cold night’ of season- but a warmer weekend lies ahead 

Parts of Ireland woke up to freezing temperatures this morning as the nation experienced one of the chilliest nights of the season so far- but a...

Weather forecast: Rain set to clear as temperatures to reach 18C 

Outbreaks of rain and drizzle are set to continue early this week but a mostly dry weekend can be expected, Met Éireann have said.

One in four homes damaged by weather in past two years 

Almost a quarter of Irish homes have experienced weather damage in the past two years.

Pictured: Locals wake up to mudslide after Storm Callum hits overnight 

The south and west of the country were worst hit by Storm Callum as it swept over the country last night.

Storm Callum: Over 30,000 homes and businesses without power - and number anticipated to increase 

Over 30,000 homes and businesses are without power this morning - and some may take hours to be restored due to continuing stormy conditions.

Storm Callum: Passengers warned of cancellations during 'adverse weather' 

THERE could be major disruption for travellers in the aftermath of Storm Callum on Friday, with some flights and ferry crossings already cancelled.

Storm Callum: Weather warning 'likely to be extended' as schools urged to 'err on side of caution' when deciding to open or not 

THE Department of Education has told schools, universities, institute of technology and all...

Weather warning issued as Atlantic storm 'could batter country with gusts of up to 150km/h' 

A storm currently brewing in the Atlantic could batter the country with gusts of up to 150kmh later this week.

Forecasters predict 'good sunny spells' for the weekend 

It's not a bad outlook for the weekend, with "good sunny spells" on the cards.

Ireland to enjoy Indian summer as temperatures to reach 20C 

Ireland is set for an Indian summer this week as a marked change in the weather will see warm temperatures and sunny spells sweep in.

Met Éireann forecaster dismisses criticism: 'Status Orange warning for Storm Ali was absolutely correct' 

Met Éireann forecaster Gerry Murphy has insisted that the Status Orange warning issued for Storm Ali was the correct level of caution.

In Pictures: Storm Ali wreaks havoc with galeforce winds of up to 150km/h 

Storm Ali is wreaking havoc across the country with gusts of up to 150km/h.

In Pictures: Storm Ali wreaks havoc with galeforce winds of up to 150km/h 

Live 'Stay off the roads': AA Roadwatch issue warning as Storm Ali brings 'severe and damaging' 150km/h gusts 

People were asked to "stay off the road" and "not to make unnecessary journeys" as Storm Ali wreaked havoc nationwide today.

Storm Ali: Met Éireann extend Status Orange wind warning to 17 counties as 120km/h gales expected 

Forecasters have upgraded a wind warning for a total of 13 counties tomorrow as Storm Ali will track close to the west coast.

Status yellow rainfall warning issued as Storm Helene gets closer to Ireland's coastline 

Met Éireann has warned of "high intensity" rainfall on Monday as Storm Helene crosses Ireland's path.

Yellow level wind impacts 'increasingly likely' as Storm Helene approaches - Met Éireann 

Storm Helene may bring rough and windy weather to Ireland early next week but it is unlikely to bring hurricane conditions when it lands, Met Éireann...

Met Éireann 'will issue warnings if required' as they monitor Hurricane Helene 

Forecasters at Met Éireann said they are monitoring Hurricane Helene in the Atlantic and will issue warnings, if required, closer to the time of...

Hurricane Helene 'will not be a repeat of Ophelia' - says weather expert 

A leading weather expert has reassured people that an oncoming Atlantic hurricane "will not be a repeat of Ophelia".

Bronagh, Deirdre and Saoirse: meet the storms blowing our way this winter 

Ali will be the first storm to blow in across Ireland and Britain this winter, the new list of names for this year's strongest weather systems shows.

Temperatures to reach up to 18C but Met Eireann has warned of a washout weekend for many parts of the country 

Temperatures are set to reach up to 18C this weekend but don't forget an umbrella if you're...

Season in the sun - hot spells make it a summer for record books 

The summer of 2018 will go down as one of the hottest and driest summers on record as weather conditions not seen for more than two decades were recorded across the country.

Autumn brings warm and humid conditions as temperatures to reach 23 degrees 

The first day of Autumn has brought warm and humid conditions with temperatures of up to 23 degrees expected throughout the weekend.

Summer isn't over yet as back-to-school weather set to see improved conditions following miserable weekend 

The return of the school year marks the end of summer for many, but summer temperatures...

Met Eireann issue yellow weather warning as storm Ernesto to bring 'high intensity rainfall' 

Met Eireann has this afternoon issued a yellow weather warning for rainfall.

Warm, wet and sticky this weekend: Heavy rain for some areas but temperatures to remain in the 20s 

Parts of Ireland will see heavy rain return today with the potential of thunder, according to latest weather reports.

It's official: July was an 'absolute drought' for most 

The heatwave and drought conditions experienced across most of the country have been made official by Met Éireann statistics for July.

Irish holidaymakers heading to Spain or Portugal warned of extreme heat as temperatures set to hit up to 48C 

Irish tourists heading abroad to Spain or Portugal this week are being urged to take caution outdoors as temperatures are predicted to exceed 40C.

Sizzling bank holiday weekend expected as temperatures to reach 26C while Europe to get dangerously warm 

Ireland will be blessed with pleasantly warm weather this bank holiday weekend while our...

Sunshine set to return to Ireland for bank holiday weekend 

Ireland could be in for a scorching August bank holiday weekend as temperatures in the mid 20s are set to make a return.

Rain brings floods but water restrictions stay in the 'critical' drought 

Water restrictions are to remain in Greater Dublin for two more weeks - despite heavy downpours and flooding in some parts of the country - with Irish...

Met Eireann issue Yellow weather warning for rain as thundery downpours expected 

Met Eireann have issued a yellow rainfall warning as heavy thundery downpours are expected tonight.

Time to say goodbye to the heatwave? Temperatures set to drop and rain forecast for the week ahead 

The scorching temperatures and sunshine brought drought, a possible crisps shortage, soaring ice...

Are ants taking over your house in the hot weather? 10 best tips to keep the tiny pests out 

As temperatures soar this week doors and windows will be open to let some fresh air in, but how do we stop ants from taking over our homes?

Helter swelter - ‘As temperatures rise, the chance of there being riots increases’ 

Is there anything shorter than the average Irish person's attention span when it comes to the weather? A national obsession, we're no sooner...

'Lovely, long spell of warm weather' - Met Eireann say Ireland may approach record temperatures next week 

The weather is expected to warm up over the weekend and into next week, approaching close...

'Lovely, long spell of warm weather' - Met Eireann say Ireland will approach record temperatures next week 

The weather is expected to warm up over the weekend and into next week, approaching close...

Storm Hector: Power restored to 140,000 homes, farms and businesses following 'severe gusts' 

Power has been restored to up to 140,000 homes, farms and businesses after the country was battered by "severe and potentially damaging...

Met Éireann confirm 'exam weather' is over as Status Yellow wind warning issued 

The summer weather is officially over - and we can expect gale-force winds and "wet and extremely windy" weather in the coming days.

Make the most of the sunny skies - temperatures are set to cool soon 

Make the most of the sunny skies as temperatures are set to cool towards the end of this week.

Heatwave to continue this weekend - but only on one side of the island 

WHILE the west of the country braces itself for torrential rain and thunderstorms, the east basks in sunshine.

Exam weather arrives: Temperatures to soar to 26C midweek as sunny spell continues 

Keep your sun cream close as it looks like Ireland’s sunny spell is set to carry through Thursday - however there will be some afternoon...

Weather is 'Ab Fab' for bank holiday fun across country 

The weather proved to be 'Absolutely Fabulous' across Ireland as TV star Jennifer Saunders' horse won a prestigious showjumping competition.