A sprawling ridge of hilly terrain stretches across the north of the country, running from Greenland toward Scandinavia. It acts as a barrier that blocks most weather systems from pushing into the northern regions — so when southern depressions run into those hills, the result is noticeably stronger winds along the south. Further away from that collision zone, conditions tend to be far calmer.
The information comes from the latest forecast issued by the Norwegian Meteorological Agency.
Over the next few days, the southeast and the southern shores of Austfjörður are looking at persistent showers, possibly turning torrential at times. That will be the main source of precipitation for those areas.
Minor gales are possible in the northern inlets and around the Vestfjörður region, but Faxaflóa and Breiðafjörður are mostly in the clear — expect dry, open skies there. Temperatures will creep downward as the week goes on.
This pattern looks set to hold through at least the weekend.
Weather Forecast for the Upcoming Days
On Monday and Tuesday:
Winds will be easterly at 8-15 m/s, with higher gusts of 15-20 m/s in the south. Rain or sleet is likely in the eastern regions and the Westfjords, while the rest of the country should stay mostly dry. Temperatures will range from 0 to 5 degrees, with light frost expected across much of the north.
On Wednesday:
Winds shift to the east and northeast at 5-13 m/s, picking up to 13-18 m/s along the southeast coast. The western regions should see clear skies, though breezy conditions will linger in the east. Temperatures will be around or just below freezing.
On Thursday:
Northeast winds continue, bringing snow or rain to parts of the east. A slight warming trend is expected through the day.
On Friday:
Easterly winds with occasional gusts remain in play, and the southwest could see some cloud building in.
