Low level flight conditions over Iceland
06.10.2025
OUTLOOK 1700 - 2300 GMT.
Winds/temperature at significant levels:
FL050: 240/10-20KT, -01
FL100: 220/15-30KT, but VRB10KT in the NW, -12
FL180: 220/40-80KT, but 260/10-30KT in the NW, -30 to -20 warmest in the SE
Overview of weather systems:
A 981 mb area of low pressure, just W of Iceland, is moving E.
Near surface winds:
SW-ly wind, 10-20 KT, but variable winds in the Westfjords.
Cloud heights/visibility/weather:
SCT/BKN at 1200-3000 FT in the W-part and OCNL CB's with showers of rain or sleet and limited visibility. Widely FEW/SCT ABV 3000FT and good visibility in the E. Tops at 10,000 to 15,000 FT.
Visual flight conditions in Iceland:
Marginal/poor in the W-part. Mostly good in the E.
Freezing level:
1000 to 3000 FT, highest in the far E. Slowly lowering during the period.
Atmospheric or cloud icing:
LGT/MOD in CU/TCU.
Turbulence:
LGT/MOD in CU/TCU.
Other information:
NIL.
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