Here's what the weather will be like over St Patrick's Day weekend

Parade-goers are advised to wrap up and bring waterproof clothing, with 'widespread showers' expected when the festivities kick off on Friday. File picture: Damien Storan

St Patrick's Day parade-goers are advised to wrap up and bring waterproof clothing, with "widespread showers" expected when the festivities kick off on Friday.

Met Éireann has warned of some heavy showers, with a "chance of thunderstorms", with daytime temperatures of 11C to 14C, followed by moderate winds which will decrease as the evening progresses.