CLOUD with outbreaks of rain is the forecast today, with a similar picture set for tonight.

It will begin with rather cloudy skies today with outbreaks of rain, mostly likely confined to northern counties through the day.

Things will be a little bit drier further south, but even here the odd spot of rain cannot be ruled out.

A maximum temperature of 18 °C will drop to a minimum of 11 °C overnight, with further outbreaks of rain - possibly becoming heavier - and cloud expected.

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