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Weather forecast for the next 24 hours

Variable wind 3-10 m/s and scattered showers of light rain.

Slowly increasing southeasterly wind tomorrow and light rain in places, but calm wind and mostly fair in North-Iceland. Temperature widely 5 to 11 deg. C during daytime. Southeast and east 15-23 m/s in the south part by late evening with rain.
Forecast made 10.10.2026 18:22

Forecaster's remarks

East and southeast gale or severe gale in the south part late tomorrow evening. See weather warning.
Prepared by the meteorologist on duty 10.10.2026 18:22

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Preliminary results

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Earthquakes

Earthquakes during last 48 hours. at 10 Oct 21:35 GMT

Preliminary results

Biggest earthquakes during the last 48 hours

Size	Time	Quality	Location
2.8	10 Oct 10:08:55	Checked	5.2 km N of Hábunga
2.5	09 Oct 04:18:48	Checked	194.7 km NNE of Kolbeinsey
2.2	10 Oct 13:55:20	Checked	6.1 km N of Geirfugladrangur

Specialist remark

An earthquake swarm began on October 8th around 17:00, approximately 20 km west-southwest of Eldey on the Reykjanes Ridge. The largest earthquake recorded measured M3.4. More than 130 earthquakes have been recorded in the swarm so far. Earthquake swarms are common on the Reykjanes Ridge.
Written by a specialist at 10 Oct 12:15 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

Electrical conductivity has been measured quite high for the last few days, about 270 microS/cm as well as CO2 and H2S gas being measured in Láguhvolar. This indicates that geothermal water is present in the river. The gas pollution can be dangerous to those staying near the river and thus travelers are urged to exercise caution and stay away from the riverbanks.

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 10 Oct 17:22 GMT

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News

New risk assessment for people's safety in Grindavík available on the municipality's website - 1.10.2026

The findings from the first phase of a revised risk assessment for people’s safety in Grindavík are now available. The assessment covers built-up areas within the protective barriers in Grindavík. The Department of Civil Protection and Emergency Management of the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police is responsible for preparing and publishing the assessment in cooperation with Grindavík’s Civil Protection Committee. Read more

Situation on the Reykjanes Peninsula - 30.9.2026

Slow ground uplift continues at Svartsengi. Seismic activity remains low. A new magma intrusion, potentially leading to an eruption along the Sundhnúkur crater row, remains the most likely scenario. The updated hazard assessment takes account of fracture repairs in Grindavík. Read more

Increased electrical conductivity and gas pollution at Múlakvísl - 1.9.2026

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

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

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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.