After a long stretch of misery, things are looking a lot better for next week.
The remainder of today, Thursday, is expected to be dry for most of the country, with temperatures reaching 16-17C in places.
Tomorrow will be mainly dry, with good sunny spells, and temperatures will reach about 18C.
Saturday will remain dry, with long sunny spells, and afternoon temperatures will reach 17-19C inland. It will remain slightly cooler along the coasts, with sea breezes likely,
Sunday will be another fine day, with sunny spells and a few isolated showers, with temperatures hovering around the mid teens.
The coming week will remain dry, with long periods of sunshine, and temperatures more according to this time of year.
The best day is expected to be Tuesday, so get your BBQs ready for that day.