Ireland weather: Met Éireann issues freezing fog warning for 17 counties as temperatures of minus three degrees forecast tonight

With temperatures projected to fall to minus three degrees on Wednesday, Met Éireann has released a weather alert regarding fog and freezing fog in the midlands and northwest areas.

A yellow status warning will be in effect from 4 PM on Wednesday until 6 AM on Thursday. This warning affects the counties of Cavan, Donegal, Monaghan, Dublin, Kildare, Laois, Longford, Louth, Meath, Offaly, Westmeath, Wicklow, as well as the region of Connacht.

Fog is anticipated to become heavier overnight, becoming quite thick in certain regions. Widespread frost and icy spots will be present. The lowest temperatures are expected to be between 0 and -3 degrees, but it will be a bit warmer in Munster as rain moves in.

On Thursday, the northern and eastern regions can expect some bright but hazy sunshine, while the southern and western areas will begin the day under cloudy skies with drizzles of rain.

Rain and light showers are expected to move across much of the country by Thursday afternoon, with temperatures ranging from 8 to 13 degrees.

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On Thursday night, we can expect breezy weather, bringing some rain and drizzle to the western part of the country, possibly including some heavier downpours. Other areas should remain mostly dry, and the night is anticipated to be relatively mild, with temperatures dipping to between 9 and 12 degrees, accompanied by fresh and gusty winds from the south.

The weather report for Friday predicts a cloudy and wet day. Expect temperatures to reach between 11 and 14 degrees, accompanied by brisk and strong winds coming from the south.

On Saturday, we can expect continued breezy weather, accompanied by some occasional rain and drizzle. In the afternoon, the Atlantic coastal areas will see more steady rain. Overall, it will be a mild day, with temperatures ranging from 12 to 14 degrees, alongside fresh and gusty winds coming from the south.

More rain is anticipated on Saturday night, and it may become intense in some areas, which could lead to localized flooding. Expect temperatures to drop to between 9 and 12 degrees, accompanied by moderate winds from the southwest.