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06 Sept 2025

ALERT: 'Torrential rain' to hit Ireland before temperatures plummet tonight

Rain will 'gradually clear southwards with clear but locally icy conditions into the evening'

Ireland braces for 'torrential rain' as temperatures set to plunge below freezing

PICTURE: X/@CarlowWeather

Meteorologists are warning of a very wet Tuesday, with "torrential rain" in store for the West and Southwest.

A post by Carlow Weather, predicts torrential rain in the afternoon, with the possibility of receiving over 20mm of rainfall within a 24-hour period in certain areas.

Met Éireann have added that the rain will "gradually clear southwards during the afternoon with clear but locally icy conditions into the evening.

"Turning colder through the day with highest afternoon temperatures of 3 to 7 degrees. Fresh to strong and gusty southwesterly winds will gradually become northerly and ease."

On Tuesday night, most areas will be dry and clear but some wintry showers are possible near northern coasts. It will be cold with frost and ice as temperatures fall to between -2 and +2 degrees, in a light west to northwest wind.

As the situation continues to develop, it is crucial for residents to stay informed and follow any local guidance.

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