Veðri

Veðri is the Icelandic word for weather, referring to the state of the atmosphere at a particular time and place. It encompasses conditions such as temperature, precipitation, wind, humidity, cloud cover, atmospheric pressure, and visibility. In general usage, veðri describes current conditions and short-term forecasts for planning daily activities or travel.

In Icelandic meteorology and media, veður is the common term for weather, while veðri is one of the inflected forms used within sentences describing specific conditions. Forecasts often present expected veðri for regions or travel routes, along with warnings for severe atmospheric events.

Monitoring and forecasting are based on observations from weather stations, radar, satellites, and other sensors, combined with numerical weather prediction models. The Icelandic Meteorological Office, Veðurstofa Íslands, is the national agency responsible for weather forecasts, warnings, and related advisories for Iceland, including storms, wind, frost, avalanches, and volcanic ash plumes.

Geographically, Iceland's North Atlantic location produces highly variable veðri and rapid changes. Winters are influenced by Arctic air masses meeting warm Atlantic fronts, while summers are mild. Coastal areas experience frequent winds and precipitation shifts, and conditions can change quickly, making timely forecasts essential for safety and transportation.