Snow and sleet due in coming days

SNOW and subzero conditions are expected to return in the coming days, but they will not be as severe or prolonged as over the holiday period.

According to Met Éireann, outbreaks of snow and sleet will spread to much of Leinster this afternoon, while accumulations of snow in the south and east will be about 3cm to 5cm.

However it is expected that the last of the snow and sleet will clear tomorrow with most parts of the country staying dry and bright for the day.