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Saturday 2 December 2023 Dublin: 4°C

# Cold Snap

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Snow-ice yellow warning issued for all of Ireland
Met Éireann said widespread wintry showers may lead to snow accumulations.
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Jan 15th 2018, 10:00 PM
Low temperature warning for Ireland overnight and in morning as -8 degrees forecast
Motorists are being warned to take extreme care on the roads
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Dec 10th 2017, 6:40 PM
Motorists warned to slow down as snow-ice alert remains in place
The weather is thankfully expected to get a bit milder over the coming days.
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Nov 24th 2017, 4:40 PM
Sleet, snow and rain expected today but the mercury is set to rise
The weather is expected to improve next week.
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Feb 12th 2017, 1:12 PM
Homeless people and migrants most at risk as freezing conditions cause at least 65 deaths in Europe
The Greek government sent a navy transport ship to the island of Lesbos yesterday to house around 500 migrants still sleeping in tents.
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Jan 12th 2017, 9:30 AM
Ireland is getting ready for some cold, cold weather
A significant snowfall is likely overnight in the west and northwest.
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Jan 11th 2017, 4:52 PM
Temperatures to fall as low as -4 tonight as cold snap settles in
Some roads were being treated with salt and grit by councils tonight.
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Nov 22nd 2016, 9:52 PM
Thundery downpours forecast today - and it'll be freezing this weekend
The country woke up to frost this morning, and the weekend is shaping up to be pretty damn cold.
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Nov 18th 2016, 8:44 AM
Wrap up warm - this weekend will be freezing
There will be some snow on higher grounds.
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Jan 16th 2016, 8:06 AM
Met Éireann warns that flooded areas could freeze over as temperatures set to plunge
A widespread ground frost is expected for areas of Leinster and Munster.
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Jan 13th 2016, 10:46 PM
Frosty nights, icy patches and wintry showers: Here's how the week ahead is looking
Frost and ice is causing treacherous road conditions this morning.
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Jan 11th 2016, 9:46 AM
Frozen pitch in Thurles forces club hurling semi-final switch
The Premier County’s Allianz football league fixture has also been moved.
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Feb 5th 2015, 6:48 PM
Dublin's water restrictions to be eased, though reduced pressures remain
Dublin City Council says it expects to return to a full regular water supply from tomorrow, with low pressure until next week.
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Apr 4th 2013, 2:07 PM
Water restrictions to continue in Dublin city for next two nights
Restrictions will be in place from 9pm to 7am or 9am both tonight and tomorrow and will mean water pressure will be reduced at these times.
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Apr 2nd 2013, 1:29 PM
Entire Dublin city hit by water problems, says council
Dublin City Council says it will carry out a review of the ongoing problem with water in the city later today – but has urged people to conserve water.
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Apr 2nd 2013, 8:34 AM
Explainer: Is global warming causing harsher winters (and springs)?
Some scientists are beginning to put together data which shows climate change is causing icy polar air to be displaced towards Europe.
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Apr 1st 2013, 5:00 PM
Dublin city water supply disruption to continue over weekend
Despite restrictions to water supplying already being imposed in recent days, Dublin City Council say storage levels are still too low.
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Mar 30th 2013, 3:46 PM
Motorists urged to avoid Sally Gap after two rescues
Meanwhile Met Éireann has ended the weather warning – but said it’s going to remain really cold.
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Mar 29th 2013, 12:43 PM
Call into elderly during cold snap, says ALONE
The charity has urged people to check in with their older neighbours, especially leading up to the weekend, as the cold weather is set to continue.
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Mar 26th 2013, 5:11 PM
Spring Lamb in Snow Pic of the Day
At least he has a woolly jumper.
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Mar 12th 2013, 3:50 PM
Age Action urges public to remember elderly during cold snap
With the country experiencing low temperatures, snow, sleet and ice, those living alone can particularly be at risk.
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Mar 11th 2013, 9:35 AM
Baby, it’s about to get cold outside
Temperatures over the bank holiday weekend are set to drop by up to 5C below normal, says Met Éireann.
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Oct 26th 2012, 11:46 AM
Cool, wet conditions to continue over Easter weekend
The good news is that there might be some sunny spells on Saturday…
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Apr 4th 2012, 10:48 AM
In pictures: more than 200 dead after cold snap hits Europe
Mainland Europe and the Balkans continues to be hit by sub zero temperatures.
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Feb 6th 2012, 11:34 AM
Aer Lingus cancels London flights due to adverse weather
Heavy snow is expected to fall overnight in London, prompting airlines to cancel some of their London services.
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Feb 4th 2012, 5:33 PM
Buses and ferries hit by disruptions as snow hits Ireland
Wrap up warm: Met Eireann has said the cold snap is set to continue this evening.
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Dec 16th 2011, 5:09 PM
Here's 11 of the best sports pictures from the past 7 days
From Roger Federer’s London masterclass to Zisou’s sealing of Ireland’s Euro 2012 fate: it’s the best sporting images from the last seven days.
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Dec 3rd 2011, 10:00 AM
Sub-zero temperatures strike again
Brrr… time to wrap up as freezing weather continues.
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Jan 6th 2011, 9:01 AM
Air travellers and commuters struggling as thaw holds off
That’s the bad news. The good news is that some of you are in for a White Christmas.
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Dec 21st 2010, 8:25 AM
Snowfall and icy conditions causing major air travel disruptions
Irish travellers warned to take extra care on icy roads this morning, and anyone expecting to fly today should check with their airline for delays.
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Dec 19th 2010, 9:42 AM
Severe weather warning issued
More snow is expected – but Mét Eireann says it this cold snap will not be as severe as the recent one.
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Dec 15th 2010, 8:17 PM
Weather gallery: Oh, the weather outside is frightful...
…but some of the photography is truly delightful. Here’s a gallery of some more incredible pictures our readers have sent.
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Dec 3rd 2010, 1:14 PM
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