Rain forecast across northern and eastern Iceland

Rain is expected across much of northern and eastern Iceland on Tuesday, while the south should see less precipitation, mbl.is reported.

Northeasterly winds of 10 to 18 metres per second are forecast in many areas, strongest in the northwest and east of Öræfi for part of the morning. Winds will be lighter in the southwest. Temperatures will range from 4 to 10C.

Winds are expected to ease overnight, with less precipitation. On Wednesday, variable winds of 3 to 10 metres per second are forecast. Rain or sleet is expected in the north before clearing in the afternoon. Elsewhere, precipitation will be lighter, with some sunny intervals south of the mountain uplands. Temperatures will range from 2 to 8C.