Status Yellow high temperature warning issued for Offaly and Leinster
A Status Yellow high temperature warning has been issued for Offaly and the rest of Leinster and Tipperary by Met Éireann.
The warning comes into effect from 6am on Wednesday until 6am on Friday.
The national forecaster warns of maximum temperatures in excess of 27° degrees, combined with night-time temperatures in excess of 15° Celsius.
This could lead to water safety issues due to increased use of beaches/lakes/rivers.
Met Éireann also advises of uncomfortable sleeping conditions, heat stress and animal welfare issues.
A “very warm” Tuesday has been forecast by Met Éireann, with temperatures to range between 20 to 27 degrees today.
Temperatures are set to soar in Offaly from 1pm on Tuesday reaching 25° and edging up to 27°by 3pm.
The east of the country and midlands are expected to see the best of the weather. However, there is a possibility of some light rain and drizzle in Connacht and west Munster.