veður
Veður is the Icelandic word for weather, referring to the atmospheric conditions at a given place and time. It covers current conditions, short-term forecasts, and broader climate patterns. In everyday language, the definite form veðrið means “the weather,” as in gott veður today.
Etymology: The word comes from Old Norse veðr and is cognate with other Germanic words for weather,
Usage and related terms: Veðrið appears in common phrases like gott veður (good weather) or slæmt veður
Institutions and culture: In Iceland, accurate weather information is essential for travel, safety, and daily life.