Most of the country enjoys a heatwave with temperatures reaching as high as 77 degrees Fahrenheit.

According to weathermen, it's the best day since 1984.

Report shows people sunbathing at Sandycove, Dun Laoghaire Grand Prix Cycle Race, American football team in Donnybrook, and paintings being exhibited at St Stephen's Green.

The reporter is Joe O’Brien.

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