'Keep the umbrella close by': Temperatures of 19C expected this weekend but showers due

Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather set the tone for the weekend's weather by saying: 'It’s put away the winter coat time but keep the umbrella close by.' Picture: Denis Minihane.

A mixture of sunshine and showers can be expected over the bank holiday weekend, but it will be warm with temperatures set to hit highs of 19C.

Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather set the tone for the weekend's weather by saying: "It’s put away the winter coat time but keep the umbrella close by."