Drogheda will be hit by mild arctic type weather conditions over the next few days.
It is expected to miss some sleet and snow forecast for high ground in parts of Monaghan, Cavan, the North and Northwest.
There will however be widespread ground frost and some icy patches in places as temperatures tonight vary between -2 to 2 degrees celsius across the North-East.
The Met Office predicts it should hit -1 around the town and the lower temperatures will continue into the weekend.
Irish Water has also issued advice to householders how to avoid burst pipes as the first frosts of winter strike.
What many people don’t realise is that water expands by nearly 10% when frozen, which can cause even new pipes to split, leading to leaks and flooding.
Top Tips to Stay Winter Ready
- Insulate exposed pipes and water tanks: Lagging material helps prevent freezing and heat loss.
- Fix dripping taps: Even small leaks can freeze and block pipes.
- Service your boiler: an efficient boiler will keep your home warm and also help to reduce your energy use.
- Locate your stop valve: Know how to turn off water quickly in an emergency.
- Minimise draughts: Cold air coming from outside can cause pipes to freeze inside your home
- Sign up for Uisce Eireann’s free text alert service: stay informed about water outages and work in your area by simply visiting water.ie and entering your phone number and address.
Margaret Attridge, Uisce Eireann’s head of water operations, said: “We know from previous winters that freezing conditions can cause significant disruption for homes and businesses across the country. By taking simple steps now—like insulating pipes and checking stop valves —you can prevent costly damage and help keep water flowing for everyone. Our crews are ready to respond, but prevention is always better than cure.”
Margaret is also advising that people should not leave taps running as this will not necessarily prevent pipes from freezing and can impact on your local water supply.
Visit https://www.water.ie/winterproofing for step-by-step guidance and videos on protecting your home.
Uisce Éireann said it is is committed to keeping customers informed across multiple platforms 24/7 and encourages customers to engage with us through our website, X channels @IWCare and @IrishWater, and through our customer care helpline which is open 24/7 on 1800 278 278. 
Updates are available on our Water Supply Updates section on water.ie
Uisce Éireann has a free text service, providing real-time updates for local issues. Customers can sign up with their Eircode and mobile number at https://www.water.ie/water-service-updates.
For more information, please contact our press team at press@water.ie and their emergency helpline number for urgent issues is—1800 278 278.
