Weather warnings may be issued with 'snow accumulations' possible from Storm Goretti fallout, Met Eireann says

"The storm - named by French meteorological service Météo-France - is the result of a low pressure system that has developed near the Continent. The countries most likely to take a hit from Goretti's wintry showers are further east of Ireland, including the UK and other areas of Europe. Met Éireann meteorologist Holly O'Neill said that, while Ireland will avoid the worst of the conditions brought by Storm Goretti, there remains a degree of uncertainty as the national forecaster is considering issuing weather warnings."

""There is potential for a Status Yellow snow and rain warning to be issued later this morning," she said. Speaking about the impact of Storm Goretti on the country tomorrow, she added: "Temperatures will be cold - highs of two to six degrees and colder in the north - but we might see some further rain and drizzle moving further inland.""

"Ms O'Neill confirmed that southern counties will suffer most from "snow accumulations" associated with the potential Status Yellow warnings, particularly for areas on higher ground. Although Met Éireann said this week's current weather is "less cold than of late", hail and sleet are still possible in parts of the country. This morning will see outbreaks of rain emanate from the Atlantic, spreading eastwards and possibly falling in eastern counties in the later afternoon after some bright spells."

A low pressure system named Storm Goretti is producing wintry showers across parts of Europe and the UK, with eastern areas more exposed than Ireland. Ireland may avoid the worst impacts but uncertainty persists and Met Éireann is considering issuing Status Yellow warnings for snow and rain. Southern and higher-ground counties face the greatest risk of snow accumulations, while hail and sleet remain possible elsewhere. Temperatures are expected to be cold, with daytime highs generally between two and six degrees and overnight lows down to around -1C. Rain and drizzle will spread eastwards from the Atlantic, with some icy patches possible in Northern Ireland.

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