A Status Yellow rain warning is in effect until 6pm.
Spot flooding is likely around parts of the midlands this morning, as a Status Yellow rain warning is in effect.
Laois and Offaly are among 11 counties affected by the notice, which will be lifted at 6pm this evening.
Met Éireann says persistent and heavy rain could lead to localised flooding, poor visibility and difficult travelling conditions.
A Status Orange rain warning is also in effect in Cork and Waterford, and will remain in place until the same time.
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