Updated: 29 Dec 2020, 10:10
MET EIREANN say some areas will be hit by sleet and snow tonight, as temperatures fall to around -3C.
Throughout the week ahead, the weather forecaster warns of sub-zero temperatures and widespread frost and ice by night .
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There will also be snow in some areasCredit: Meteologix
Today, meanwhile, will be cold and blustery with bright spells and scattered showers, some with hail and a risk of wintry falls over high ground.
Showers mainly across the western half of the country this morning will spread eastwards during the afternoon.
Highest temperatures will be between 4 to 6C in fresh and gusty northwest winds.