Met Eireann have responded to the question whether a White Christmas on the cards this year - with the answer probably no.
The forecaster said that cold air will make its way across Ireland in the coming days but is unlikely to result in snow.
Some sleet is possible on Wednesday night but when it comes to Christmas day itself it is looking like a chilly and dry day.
Met Eireann tweeted: "Will it be a White Christmas? Our high resolution model takes over Tuesday; here’s the long range model – the brighter blue/green background indicates the colder air.
"Currently it looks like it will be cold & clear with a frosty start to Christmas."
Here's a look at the forecasters current prediction as to how Christmas Eve and Day will go;
Thursday (Christmas Eve)
Christmas Eve looks set to be cold with sunny spells. A dry day for most but there will be isolated light showers on coasts. Highest temperatures of 4 to 7 degrees in a light to moderate northerly breeze.
Staying mainly dry with long clear spells and a light northerly or variable breeze on Thursday night, perfect for Santa's big flight. It will be a cold night with the risk of widespread frost.
Friday (Christmas Day)
At the moment, Christmas Day looks set to be cold but mainly dry and bright. However, there is the chance of patchy rain and drizzle developing in the northwest later.
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