Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow weather warning for snow and ice in parts of the country tonight (Thursday, March 12).

The national forecaster said the alert currently applies to counties Cork; Donegal; Galway; Kerry; Leitrim; Limerick; Mayo; Sligo; Tipperary; Waterford and Wicklow.

The warning states that showers may fall as sleet or snow in these counties with some accumulations possible, mainly on high ground.

The freezing conditions will potentially lead to poor visibility and difficult travelling conditions.

The warning will come into effect from 9:00p.m tonight and remain in place until 9:00a.m tomorrow.

Met Éireann

Meanwhile, weather warnings for heavy rain and strong winds across the country are currently in place.

A Status Yellow wind warning for the entire country will be in force until 6:00p.m today (Thursday, March 12).

The strong and gusty south-westerly winds may cause debris or loose objects to become displaced, along with some fallen branches or trees.

As a result, road users are being advised to expect some difficult travelling conditions.

A Status Yellow rainfall warning, which is valid until 3:00p.m today, will see heavy downpours and spot flooding in places.

The warning applies to Cavan; Donegal; Monaghan; Clare; Kerry; Limerick; Tipperary; Dublin; Kildare; Laois; Longford; Louth; Meath; Offaly; Westmeath; Wicklow and Connacht.

The UK Met Office has also issued a Status Yellow wind warning for Northern Ireland until midday today.