Low level flight conditions over Iceland
22.09.2026
OUTLOOK 1700 - 2300 GMT.
Winds/temperature at significant levels:
FL050: 240/25-50KT, strongest in the N and E, -01
FL100: 240/20-50KT, strongest in the SE, -11
FL180: 230/20-50KT, strongest in the SE, -28
Overview of weather systems:
200 km W of Bjargtangar is a quasi stationary and decreasing 988 mb low.
Near surface winds:
SW-ly 25-50 KT, strongest in the N and E.
Cloud heights/visibility/weather:
BKN at 0800-3000 FT and OCNL CB's with rainshowers and limited visibility. Widely FEW/SCT and good visibility in E-Iceland. Tops of CB's at 12.000-18.000 FT.
Visual flight conditions in Iceland:
Widely poor, but mostly good in E-Iceland.
Freezing level:
3000 to 5500 FT, highest in the E.
Atmospheric or cloud icing:
MOD in showers.
Turbulence:
MOD in the N and E. LGT OCNL MOD elsewhere.
Other information:
NIL.
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