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Weather forecast for the next 24 hours

Southwest 8-15 m/s with rain and drizzle, locally heavy rain in the south and west parts, but intermittent rain in other parts. Decreasing precipitation by evening.
Southwesterly or variable wind, 3-8 m/s tomorrow. Patches of clouds and showers of rain in most parts.
Temperatures widely 10 to 20 deg. C, warmest in the east.
Forecast made 22.08.2026 09:38

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Earthquakes

Earthquakes during last 48 hours. at 22 Aug 11:30 GMT

Preliminary results

Biggest earthquakes during the last 48 hours

Size	Time	Quality	Location
3.0	21 Aug 09:36:40	Checked	188.6 km NW of Bjargtangar
1.5	21 Aug 18:25:20	Checked	24.2 km ESE of Grímsey
1.4	20 Aug 22:31:23	Checked	28.7 km W of Akureyri

Specialist remark

Today at 17:12, an earthquake measuring 1.3 occurred near the Ölfusá River, approximately 2.5 km north-northeast of Selfoss. Reports have been received from Selfoss indicating that the earthquake was felt in the area, most likely due to its close proximity to the epicenter, despite its low magnitude. Tectonic earthquakes are fairly common in the South Iceland Seismic Zone.
Written by a specialist at 21 Aug 17:48 GMT

Week overview -

Earthquake activity throughout the country is described in a weekly summary that is written by a Natural Hazard Specialist. The weekly summary is published on the web every Tuesday. It covers the activity of the previous week in all seismic areas and volcanic systems in the country. If earthquake swarms are ongoing or significant events such as larger earthquakes have occurred during the week, they are specifically discussed. More

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Hydrology

Average flow and temperature last 24 hours

River	Place	Flow	Water temperature

Remarks of a specialist

The glacial outburst flood that began in Múlakvísl on 18th of August has ended. Electrical conductivity has returned to normal levels, and discharge has decreased. No gas has been detected since around noon on 20th of August. Travellers are still advised to exercise caution and to leave the area if they experience symptoms that could indicate exposure to volcanic gases, such as burning sensations in nose or eyes.

Due to malfunction we have turned off the service publishing hydrological data on the map. Instead see the data using our Rauntímavöktunarkerfi.
Written by a specialist at 22 Aug 00:14 GMT

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News

Increased discharge and significant gas pollution in Múlakvísl - 21.8.2026

The glacial outburst flood in Múlakvísl, which began on 18 August, now appears to be subsiding. Both conductivity and discharge have decreased since yesterday, and currently there is no gas pollution being detected in the area Read more

Situation on the Reykjanes Peninsula - 18.8.2026

Magma accumulation and ground uplift continue beneath Svartsengi. The average rate of magma accumulation over the past few weeks has remained steady.

The most likely scenario remains continued slow magma accumulation, eventually leading to a new dike intrusion and possibly a volcanic eruption.

Measurements show that uplift at Askja has ceased - 14.8.2026

Measurements by the lake in Askja. Fieldwork in the area was completed this week, and the results indicate that the uplift episode that began in 2021 has ended.

Increased hazard due to changing conditions at the margin of Sólheimajökull glacier - 22.7.2026

Recent changes at the terminus of Sólheimajökull call for increased caution. Unstable glacier ice and rockfall from the surrounding slopes may pose a risk to people visiting the area.

Ground uplift and magma accumulation continue beneath Svartsengi - 9.6.2026

Uplift and magma accumulation continue at Svartsengi, and the trend remains stable. The latest model calculations indicate that around 27.5 million cubic metres of magma have accumulated beneath Svartsengi since around mid-July last year. Read more

The Icelandic Met Office receives international grant to strengthen aviation safety in relation to volcanic hazards - 3.6.2026

In October 2025, the Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO) received a grant of ISK 147 million from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) for four new development projects in the fields of volcanic hazards and aviation safety. The projects involve, among other things, the development of new measurement methods, automatic analysis of eruption plumes, coordination of responses among European volcano observatories, and research into the effects of sulphur dioxide (SO₂) on aviation.

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Safetravel in winter

Increasingly, tourists come in winter to enjoy the beauty of the northern lights. Safety while travelling is always crucial, especially in winter conditions.

The web-site Safetravel is run by ICE-SAR in order to minimize the risk of accidents in travelling and tourism in Iceland.

Thorough information on safe travelling can be found there. The 112 Iceland app can be downloaded and your travel plan can be left in safe hands before you go. Additionally, a personal location beacon can be rented at two pick-up places.