Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Vík in October
Vík cools off: highs slip to 45°F (7°C), from 50°F in September, with lows of 39°F (4°C) and about 9.3 in (235 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 28/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 45°F (7°C)
- Avg low
- 39°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 9.3 in (235 mm)
- Humidity
- 88%
- Cloud cover
- 76%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 22 min
- Comfort score
- 28/100 · Tough
What October feels like
Cool days top out near 45°F (7°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 39°F (4°C).
Expect regular rain: about 9.3 in (235 mm) falls in the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 76%.
It's breezy, with average winds near 12 mph (5.4 m/s) at ground level.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 22 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around October
October sits mid-table; the best months are June – August.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 3°C (6°F) from September.
- Comfort slips from 38/100 in September to 28/100.
- Our Iceland Ring Road route recommends Jun – Sep, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- Insulated jackethighs only 45°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes9.3 in of rain on average
- Windproof shellaverage wind 12 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Vík in October
With 9.3 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Halldórskaffi
Cozy cafe in the old Brydebúð merchant house with soups and cakes.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 9.3 in of rain.
Smiðjan Brugghús
Vík craft brewery and burger bar.
Why now Easy to slot in when October's rain moves in.
Sólheimajökull glacier walk
Guided glacier hike on an outlet of Mýrdalsjökull with crampons and axes.
Víkurkirkja
Red-roofed hillside church overlooking Vík and the sea stacks.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 9.3 in of rain.
Suður-Vík
Restaurant in an old house serving lamb, burgers and Asian dishes.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter October days.
Nearby in October
- Jökulsárlón in October~96 mi · highs 42°F, 9.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Reykjavík in October~103 mi · highs 44°F, 5.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Mývatn in October~162 mi · highs 36°F, 4.1 in rain · 5°C (9°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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Vík?
It's middling, scoring 28/100. The best months are June – August, at up to 54. Expect highs of 45°F (7°C) and 9.3 in (235 mm) of rain. Our Iceland Ring Road route recommends Jun – Sep, so October is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Vík in October?
Average highs are 45°F (7°C) and average lows 39°F (4°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Vík in October?
Yes: about 9.3 in (235 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 93.2 in (2368 mm).
What should I pack for Vík in October?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 45°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (9.3 in of rain on average), windproof shell (average wind 12 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Vík in October?
Share this October plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.