Thunderstorm warning for three Munster counties as temperatures set to hit 27C

More generally, the forecaster says Wednesday will be 'warm or very warm and humid' with sunny spells

Highest temperatures on Wednesday will range from 21C to 27C. File picture: Eddie O'Hare

A status yellow thunderstorm warning has been issued for three Munster counties as temperatures of up to 27C have been forecast for Wednesday.

The warning, which affects Kerry, Limerick, and Clare, will be in place from 3pm this afternoon. Between then and the time the warning lifts at 9pm, Met Éireann is warning of localised flooding, lightning damage, and difficult travelling conditions.