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Weather forecast for the next 24 hours

Southeasterly wind, 13-20 m/s and rainshowers over night. Temperature 3 to 10 deg.C, warmest in the north part.
South 13-20 m/s and still rainshowers tomorrow, but mainly dry in the northeast. Moderating in the evening.
Forecast made 06.04.2026 21:50

Forecaster's remarks

Easterly gale force wind in places until late night with precipitation. See weather warnings.
Prepared by the meteorologist on duty 06.04.2026 21:50

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Earthquakes

Earthquakes during last 48 hours. at 06 Apr 22:45 GMT

Preliminary results

Biggest earthquakes during the last 48 hours

Size	Time	Quality	Location
2.7	05 Apr 18:17:16	Checked	159.8 km S of Eldeyjarboði
2.3	06 Apr 01:22:29	Checked	273.6 km NNE of Kolbeinsey
2.1	05 Apr 23:21:37	Checked	5.3 km W of Hábunga
2.0	05 Apr 17:24:54	Checked	15.4 km SSE of Skógar
1.9	05 Apr 17:24:56	Checked	2.1 km ESE of Goðabunga
1.8	05 Apr 02:46:20	Checked	26.1 km ENE of Hraun á Skaga

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

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Remarks of a specialist

Today, April 6, a severe easterly blizzard will arrive with snowfall, followed later by rain and rising temperatures in the afternoon. The ground is frozen and there is considerable snow in the mountains that will melt during this thaw, which may cause rivers and streams to rise rapidly due to meltwater. Slush avalanches and wet snow avalanches may fall from gullies, and slopes will become unstable as thawing begins. Precipitation intensity will be highest in South Iceland near the glaciers. An ice jam in the Héraðsvötn river could break loose and cause flooding near the main road. Travelers are advised to proceed with caution and follow advises from authorities.
Written by a specialist at 06 Apr 07:50 GMT

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News

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Nordic report on the impacts of a AMOC tipping urges stronger mitigation, monitoring and preparedness - 5.2.2026

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The weather in Iceland in 2025 - 4.2.2026

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SeisComP becomes the new primary earthquake monitoring system of the Icelandic Meteorological Office - 3.2.2026

The implementation of SeisComP represents a major step forward in the development of the IMO's earthquake monitoring capabilities. Preparations have been underway for several years, and the system transition involves both technical and procedural changes aimed at improving analytical capability, data dissemination, and providing a more modern working environment for specialists.

The ninth eruption on the Sundhnúkur crater row has ended - 5.8.2025

Updated 5 August

The volcanic eruption that began on 16 July on the Sundhnúkur crater row is now officially over, and a new hazard map has been issued. Despite the end of the eruption, life-threatening conditions remain in the area due to unstable lava and the potential for gas pollution. Uplift has resumed, and magma continues to accumulate beneath Svartsengi.

Heavy thunder and lightning in Northwest Iceland and the Westfjords - 16.7.2025

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Past temperature conditions in Iceland

This has been a period of a general rise in temperatures, interrupted by two cold periods. The late 19th century cold period was colder than a corresponding period in mid to late 20th century.