Forecasters warn of gusts up to 35 m/s in southeast Iceland

Wind gusts of up to 35 metres per second are expected near mountains between Öræfi and Djúpivogur tonight, mbl.is reports, citing a warning from a meteorologist at the Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration.

Northwesterly winds are expected to strengthen in the southeast. The gusts could be hazardous for vehicles that are vulnerable to strong winds.

Winds are expected to ease from tomorrow afternoon, with conditions finally calming late tomorrow evening.