The start of 2026 is set to be bitterly cold, with temperatures expected to fall as low as -3C in parts of Ireland. Frost and patches of ice will also develop overnight, with temperatures dropping to lows of between -1C and 3C. Conditions will remain cold on Friday, with further showers feeding in from the north and west. The national forecaster said some of these showers may fall as sleet or snow, with daytime temperatures struggling to rise above 2C to 6C. Met Éireann said Saturday will be another generally dry and bright day, with spells of sunshine, although isolated rain and sleet showers remain possible in the north and northwest.

Source: Irish Examiner January 01, 2026 12:42 UTC