Weather Warnings
How the Met Office weather warning system works
Yellow warning
Weather may disrupt travel. Stay alert.
Check weather forecast
Orange warning
Weather could become dangerous. Be prepared.
Consider postponing travel
Red warning
Dangerous weather. Avoid outdoors.
Do not travel
Warning types
Storm warning: Wind over 20–28 m/s
Snow warning: Heavy snow, poor visibility
Ice warning: Ice on roads and surfaces
Flood warning: Flooding from rivers or sea
Avalanche warning: Avalanche risk in mountains
Volcanic warning: Ash fall or volcanic gas
Where to check
Official warnings are on vedur.is and the Veður app. The Road Administration (road.is) posts road alerts. Safetravel.is gives safety advice for travelers.