Unsettled conditions this weekend, but 'more settled and improved weather' forecast for next week

After a bleak day on Friday, conditions will improve as the weekend progresses, with things really heating up from Monday onwards. Picture: Larry Cummins

While Met Éireann is forecasting a return to sunshine and good temperatures next week, this weekend is looking more unsettled.

A status yellow rain warning will come into effect in place for Leinster, as well as Cavan, Donegal and Monaghan from 12pm this afternoon. Heavy rainfall is expected at times with the possibility of hail and thunder.