We could see highs of 24 degrees in the region.
Don't put the t-shirts away just yet, as we're set to see some summer temperatures this weekend.
Warm air coming in from the east will bring temperatures of up to 24 degrees across the midlands.
More cloudy conditions are promised for tomorrow making today the nicest people can expect with more sunny spells.
Offaly's Cathal Nolan, of Ireland's Weather Channel, says the region should remain clear of thunder over the weekend:
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