Snow is falling in some parts of South Kildare this evening

Snow is now falling heavily in Athy.

The snow is localised from Kilcullen towards Athy and is falling in flurries.

There are long delays on the  N2 northbound in Co Meath.

Tonight is expected to be very cold with a severe frost developing.

There will be scattered snow showers overnight and accumulations are expected across much of the province.

Lowest temperatures of -2 to -6 degrees in moderate or fresh, east to northeast winds.