Low level flight conditions over Iceland

                 Low level flight conditions over Iceland

                 02.11.2026

OUTLOOK 0700 - 1200 GMT.

Winds/temperature at significant levels:
FL050: 210/30-50KT, strongest in highlands and the NW, +03
FL100: 220/30-55KT, strongest in the W, -05
FL180: 230/35-60KT, strongest in the S and W, -20

Overview of weather systems:
Over the British Isles is a quasi stationary and extensive 1042 mb high. 300 km S of Cape Farewell is a decreasing 959 mb low moving N.

Near surface winds:
S and SW 20-45 KT, strongest in the highlands and the NW.

Cloud heights/visibility/weather:
BKN/OVC at 0500-2500 FT in the S and W and intermittent drizzle or light rain with limited/poor visibility. Widely SCT/BKN above 3500 FT and good visibility in the NE-parts. Tops at 5.000 to 8.000 FT, layered there above.

Visual flight conditions in Iceland:
Poor/impassable in the S and W. Mostly good in the NE-parts.

Freezing level:
5000 to 8500 FT.

Atmospheric or cloud icing:
LGT in the S and W.

Turbulence:
LGT/MOD.

Other information:
MTW's can be expected over Iceland.