Iceland Weather Turns Colder With Snow Forecast
Iceland faces a cooling trend with snow forecast in highland areas and sleet across eastern regions. Temperatures drop to near freezing as winter weather patterns establish. Wind speeds will increase midweek before easing by Thursday.
Iceland's weather will turn colder in the coming days with snow expected in several regions. Today brings cloudy skies with light showers or sleet across most areas. Temperatures will range from 1 to 7 degrees Celsius.
A meteorologist noted that weather patterns over Greenland are directing colder air toward northern Iceland. This shift explains the dropping temperatures.
Winds today remain manageable at 5-10 m/s, causing minimal disruption. Monday brings northeast winds stretching northwest across the country. Expect rain or sleet in the southwest and snow in highland areas. Northern and eastern regions will see some sleet with temperatures between 0 and 5 degrees.
Tuesday features stronger north and northeast winds at 8-15 m/s with sleet. Southern and southwestern areas get lighter conditions. Temperatures hover around freezing with mild frost inland.
Wednesday intensifies with northern winds reaching 10-18 m/s, sharpening in the southeast. Sleet or snow covers eastern regions while the southwest stays relatively dry. Temperatures show little change.
Thursday sees decreasing northern winds, easing in northern and eastern areas. Southern and western Iceland get lighter conditions with frost between 0 and 5 degrees.
Friday brings variable northern directions and occasional sleet. The cold weather continues.
Saturday marks the first day of winter in Iceland with changeable winds, cloudy periods and generally dry conditions.
This early winter chill arrives right on schedule for Iceland's climate patterns. Residents should prepare for typical November weather transitions.