Alerts & warnings

Strong Winds South West Iceland!

Strong winds are expected on Sunday evening from Vík to Reykjavík and up to Snæfellsnes peninsula. Slow down when driving!

Heavy rainfall expected on South Coast!

On Sunday night heavy rain is expected between Reykjavík and Djúpivogur. Increased risk of landslide and higher river levels expected. Use caution if planning to cross rivers!

Challenging hiking conditions on Laugavegur & Fimmvörðuháls Sunday!

Due to VERY strong winds, rain and poor visibility hiking and camping is not recommended between Landmannalaugar and Skógar on Sunday! Tents are likely to be destroyed if camping is attempted on Sunday night!

Rockfall at Reynisfjara Beach!

The eastern part of the Black Sand Beach (east of the cave) has been CLOSED due to rock fall in the area. The area is still being assessed – use caution and keep a close eye on children!

Gæsavatnaleið via Flæður highland route is closed!

Gæsavatnaleið via Flæður is closed due to extremely high water levels on Flæður. Gæsavatnaleið can be driven by bypassing Flæður via Gígöldur – superjeeps only.

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