Yellow snow and ice alert for Cork.

08 March 2023

Met Eireann has issued a yellow snow and ice alert for Cork.

Snowfall and freezing temperatures are expected in Cork tonight, Wednesday.

Cork City Council Director of Operations, David Joyce advised motorists, cyclists and pedestrians to allow extra time for their journeys and “to expect the unexpected” today and tomorrow.

Roads and footpaths may be slippery leading to possible travel disruption/delays.

“There will be snow on the ground during commuting times on Thursday morning, especially outside the city, on higher ground and north of the City. We are asking people to ‘expect the unexpected’ and to travel with due care and attention,” he said.

Met Eireann is predicting sleet during the day tomorrow, Thursday, and freezing temperatures on Thursday night, but snow is not expected.