Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Vík in July
Vík's warmest month brings highs averaging 55°F (13°C), lows of 49°F (9°C) and about 5.7 in (144 mm) of rain.
At 54/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 55°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 49°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 5.7 in (144 mm)
- Humidity
- 87%
- Cloud cover
- 85%
- Daylight
- ~18 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 54/100 · Fair
What July feels like
Cool days top out near 55°F (13°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 49°F (9°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.7 in (144 mm) across the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 85%.
Long days help: there are roughly 18 h 56 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around July
July is one of Vík's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from June (52 → 54/100).
- July sits inside the Jun – Sep window our Iceland Ring Road route recommends.
What to pack for July
- Insulated jackethighs only 55°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Vík in July
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Suður-Vík
Restaurant in an old house serving lamb, burgers and Asian dishes.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 55°F.
Halldórskaffi
Cozy cafe in the old Brydebúð merchant house with soups and cakes.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Dyrhólaey
Headland with a sea arch, lighthouse and puffins in summer.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer.
Sólheimajökull glacier walk
Guided glacier hike on an outlet of Mýrdalsjökull with crampons and axes.
Nearby in July
- Jökulsárlón in July~96 mi · highs 49°F, 4.5 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, drier
- Reykjavík in July~103 mi · highs 57°F, 3.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Mývatn in July~162 mi · highs 50°F, 3.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~194 m to Vík's ~30 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Vík in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Vík?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 54/100. Expect highs of 55°F (13°C) and 5.7 in (144 mm) of rain. July is inside the Jun – Sep window our Iceland Ring Road route recommends.
How cold is Vík in July?
Average highs are 55°F (13°C) and average lows 49°F (9°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Vík in July?
Yes: about 5.7 in (144 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 93.2 in (2368 mm).
What should I pack for Vík in July?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 55°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in July
- Iceland Ring Road Jun – Sep
Planning Vík in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.