A Status Yellow weather warning for heavy rain, hail, and thunderstorms is in effect for Galway today.
The weather warning for Cavan, Donegal, all of Connacht, and Longford will be in place until 9pm tonight.
Heavy downpours with thunderstorms and hail may afflict the west and north west throughout the day.
This may result in spot flooding and difficult traveling conditions with poor visibility, Me Eireann has warned.
Donegal, Leitrim, Mayo, and Sligo are also under a Status Orange weather warning today, with Met Eireann warning of more severe thunderstorms in the north west.
Slow moving thunderstorms with very heavy downpours and potentially large hail are expected until 9pm Monday.
This may cause flash flooding, very difficult traveling conditions with poor visibility, and potential damage to power lines.
