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Met Eireann says several counties across Ireland will be impacted over the coming days
Met Éireann has issued a series of weather warnings for wind, rain and wintry conditions, with Waterford and parts of the country set to be impacted from late on Tuesday night into Wednesday.
A Status Yellow wind warning has been issued for Wexford, Wicklow, Dublin, Meath and Louth, valid from 11pm on Tuesday until 1pm on Wednesday.
Forecasters say strong and gusty southeasterly winds, combined with high tides, may lead to wave overtopping along coastal areas, as well as fallen trees, loose debris and hazardous travelling conditions.
Separately, a Status Yellow rain warning has been issued for Cork, Waterford, Carlow, Kilkenny, Wexford, Wicklow and Dublin. That warning will run from 11pm Tuesday through to 11pm Wednesday.
Met Éireann is warning that rain falling on already saturated ground, along with high river levels, could result in localised flooding, reduced visibility and difficult conditions on roads.
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Meanwhile, parts of the northwest are expected to see more wintry conditions later in the week.
Met Éireann says a Status Yellow rain and snow warning will be in effect for Donegal, Leitrim and Sligo between 2am and 2pm on Wednesday.
Rain is forecast to be heavy at times, turning to sleet or snow, particularly on higher ground. The forecaster says strengthening winds may further reduce visibility and make travel challenging.
⚠️Status Yellow Rain Warning issued⚠️
— Met Éireann (@MetEireann) February 16, 2026
Carlow, Cork, Dublin, Kilkenny, Waterford, Wexford, Wicklow
Valid: 17/2 23:00 to 18/2 23:00
⚠️Status Yellow Wind Warning issued⚠️
Dublin, Louth, Meath, Wexford, and Wicklow
Valid: 17/2 23:00 to 18/2 23:00
Detailsℹ️https://t.co/GYji548dA1 pic.twitter.com/Qtx4O1NzEJ
The Road Safety Authority and gardai are appealing to motorists and pedestrians to exercise caution, especially in coastal areas, flood-prone locations and upland regions. Drivers are also being urged to allow extra time for journeys and to be alert for fallen debris and water on roads.
Met Éireann says conditions will be kept under review, with the possibility of warnings being updated as the weather system tracks across the country.
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