The fine weather won't last too long though.
Temperatures could hit 22 degrees tomorrow, making it the hottest day of the year so far.
Inland areas will experience the best of the weather, but there is a chance of isolated showers during the afternoon.
Rhode's Cathal Nolan from Ireland's Weather Channel is expecting a return to cooler temperatures next week though:
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