There has been almost no rain for most of the country in over two weeks.
Ireland is experiencing an "an absolute drought".
Met Éireann says most of the country has experienced little to no rain for 15 days or more.
The situation is of major concern to farmers, who fear poor grass re-growth could lead to food shortages.
Ireland's Weather Channel and Rhode's Cathal Nolan says that while there will be a break in the weather over the weekend, it will be limited:
UCD Professor in Crop Science Kevin McDonnell explains how the drought will impact growth:
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