Two separate yellow warnings for wind and rain have been issued
The Met Office has issued an updated weather warning for Northern Ireland this weekend as the latest storm of the year is set to arrive.The rainfall warning will be in effect from 9pm on Friday night until 6am on Saturday morning. The wind warning will be in effect from 6pm on Friday until 12noon on Saturday.The warnings cover all parts of the region.
A Met Office spokesperson said: "A period of heavy rain is expected to affect much of Northern Ireland from Friday evening through into Saturday. They added: "Strongest winds will be along south to southwest facing coasts where gusts of 60-70 mph are possible, whilst gusts of 45-55 mph are possible elsewhere. Given the time of year, with trees in full leaf, as well as likely temporary structures such as tents and marquees, some disruption is likely. Impacts on high-sided vehicles and caravans are also likely."Today: Rain, occasionally heavy, extending northeast through the morning.
Saturday: A blustery start on Saturday with outbreaks of rain and strong winds, a few drier interludes likely but also some heavy showers in the afternoon and remaining windy. Maximum temperature 19 °C.
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