Scattered thunderstorms are forecast across Leinster, Munster and Connacht on Saturday afternoon and evening, with Met Éireann issuing a status yellow warning.

The thunderstorms will bring some heavy downpours with a risk of hail and localised spot flooding.

The warning is in place from 12pm until 9pm on Saturday.

Sunday

On Sunday, mist and fog is forecast to clear early in the morning, leaving a largely dry start to the day with sunny spells and just isolated showers.

Showers will again become widespread through the morning and afternoon, turning heavy with the risk of thunderstorms and spot flooding, Met Éireann said.

Showers will gradually drift southwards in the evening and the north and northwest will become mainly dry.

Highest temperatures will range from 12°C to 15°C in a light to moderate northerly breeze.