CARLOW WEATHER: Gradually cloud will thicken and strong winds will develop

Friday will remain mostly dry and bright to begin, with sunny spells and just a few showers.

Gradually cloud will thicken from the west this afternoon and rain will develop towards evening, extending eastwards to all areas by nightfall.

Highs of 15 to 18 degrees.

Light to moderate westerly breezes will back south to southeast later.

Tonight rain will become persistent and heavy at times with spot flooding likely by morning.

Winds will become light variable, but they'll increase moderate to fresh and gusty and back easterly towards dawn.

Strong winds will develop along the southern and southeastern coasts.

Lows of 9 to 12 degrees.

Pollen Forecast: Moderate

Solar UV Index: Moderate to High on Friday