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A miserable day is in store as the national forecaster has warned of thunderstorms and possible spot flooding

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Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather, who tracked the lightning over the east coast has said it can be expected again this week

High pressure is expected to push in at the end of the week bringing dry and summery weather

Ireland will enjoy mild temperatures with the mercury hitting as high as 19 degrees but the week is set to be a washout

One day is expected to bring temperatures of up to 18C, with showers forecast for every other day, a Met Éireann spokesperson said

As well as thunderstorms, "spot flooding" and "hazardous travelling conditions" are likely in these areas

Dublin will bask in scorching 20-degree temperatures but there's a catch as thundery rain could result in spot flooding in various areas

Met Eireann says temperatures will hit to 20C in parts within hours but any sunny weather will be short-lived. Widespread and persistent heavy rain is forecast to turn thundery at times with the possibility of isolated squalls.