A second status yellow weather warning for low temperatures and ice will take effect nationwide this afternoon.

Met Eireann's warning of icy stretches from 4pm, leading to hazardous conditions - especially on untreated roads or paths.

A separate, similar, warning is in place at the moment and expires at midday.

Forecaster Michelle Dillon, says although today remain mostly dry, some sleet and snow is expected in the coming days...