Heavy rain is on the way this weekend, according to Met Éireann.

Sunny spells are expected in most areas on Friday morning and afternoon, apart from isolated showers in Ulster and later in Leinster.

It is likely to be cloudier in the west and southwest, with patches of light rain or drizzle possible later. Highest temperatures will range from 10 to 15 degrees, the state forecaster said.

Friday night will start mainly dry but cloud will spread eastward overnight, bringing patches of light rain or drizzle. Lowest temperatures will drop to 2 to 9 degrees, coldest in the northeast early in the night.

Saturday morning is expected to be cloudy with some rain, Met Éireann said. However, more persistent rain will develop in the west and move eastward across the country throughout the morning and afternoon.