Yellow warning for thunderstorms across Northern Ireland
Just what we need this weekend 💔
Last updated 14th May 2021
It doesn't look good for outdoor hospitality and beer gardens ⛈
Scattered heavy showers and thunderstorms will develop across Northern Ireland this afternoon.
Country Fermanagh looks set to take the brunt of it, however Tyrone, Armagh and Derry/Londonderry could be affected.
Hail, lightning and locally heavy rain are expected, with 10-15 mm of rain in a few places within 1-2 hours.
The evening will stay cloudy but mostly dry, some further showery rain spreading from the south later.
What to expect:
There is a good chance driving conditions will be affected by spray, standing water and/or hail, leading to longer journey times by car and bus
Some short term loss of power and other services is likely
Some flooding of a few homes and businesses likely, leading to some damage to buildings or structures
Probably some damage to a few buildings and structures from lightning strikes.
Northern Ireland's weekend forecast:
Saturday - Mostly cloudy with a few showers, these may turn heavy in places in the afternoon. More in the way of brightness developing towards the evening. Maximum temperature 14°C
Sunday - Bright with scattered showers. Maximum temperature 13°C
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