Met Eireann have shared their forecast for the week ahead as weather conditions are settling down - but thousands of homes are still without power thanks to Storm Ashley
Thousands of homes are still without power this morning as Storm Ashley wreaked havoc across the country yesterday.At the peak of the storm, ESB Networks were dealing with more than 53,000 properties that had lost power, but as of yesterday evening this number had reduced to 29,000.Read more:Social welfare Ireland : Everything you need to know about the October cost of living bonus
It comes as Met Eireann has forecast more settled conditions over the next few days, although thundery downpours may make an appearance later in the week.Monday 21st October Dry in most parts to begin today, Monday, with sunny spells and just a few showers. It'll turn cloudier from the west this afternoon, with outbreaks of rain spreading eastwards.
Wednesday 23rd October Mostly cloudy on Wednesday with patchy rain and drizzle, although some limited bright or sunny intervals will also occur. Highest temperatures of 13 to 16 degrees in freshening southerly winds. Continuing mostly cloudy on Wednesday night with patchy rain and drizzle. Rather breezy too with moderate to fresh and gusty southerly winds. Mild, with lowest temperatures of 10 to 12 degrees.
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