Yellow Rain Warning Updated for Cork and Kerry

Updated Yellow rain warning for Cork and Kerry from 16:00 to 22:00 on Monday 26 October, with heavy rain and possible localised flooding.

Cork Safety Alerts

26 Oct 2026 — 1 min read

Met Éireann has updated a Status Yellow rain warning for Cork and Kerry, with a spell of heavy rain forecast. The warning is valid from 16:00 to 22:00 on Monday 26 October 2026.

The warning was first issued on Sunday 25 October 2026 at 11:41 for Cork, Galway, Kerry and Mayo. Following an update on Monday 26 October 2026 at 06:13, it now applies to Cork and Kerry, with the valid times unchanged.

People in the affected regions are asked to be aware of potential impacts, including difficult travelling conditions and the possibility of localised flooding. Outdoor events may also be impacted.

Full details are available on Met Éireann’s warnings page.

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