Our verdict
The best time to visit Bergen is June
In the summer months, temperatures tend to get to a maximum of around 17℃ (63℉). The coldest it usually gets in winter-time in Bergen is around -4℃ (25℉).
If you’re a sun-chaser and want to visit Bergen when the days are longest, you should visit in July. You don’t want to get wet on your holiday, do you? Well if you’re trying to avoid the rain, then steer clear of Bergen in October. Head over there in April instead if you want to increase your chances of not being rained on.
Continue reading to find out more about when to visit Bergen, including the climate, seasonal info, what to pack, FAQs, and the best tools to help you plan and book your next vacation.
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Bergen seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Bergen as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Bergen is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Bergen
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Bergen for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Bergen climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Bergen for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Bergen in January
- Average temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average high temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
- Average low temperature: 1℃ (33℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 153mm (6") over 17 days
- Average snow days: 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bergen in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Bergen in February
- Average temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
- Average high temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
- Average low temperature: 0℃ (32℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 119mm (5") over 15 days
- Average snow days: 8 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bergen in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Bergen in March
- Average temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
- Average high temperature: 4℃ (40℉)
- Average low temperature: 1℃ (35℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 134mm (5") over 19 days
- Average snow days: 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bergen in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Bergen in April
- Average temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average high temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (40℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 73mm (3") over 16 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bergen in April, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Bergen in May
- Average temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average high temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 82mm (3") over 17 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bergen in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Bergen in June
- Average temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average high temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 76mm (3") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bergen in June, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Bergen in July
- Average temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 81mm (3") over 20 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bergen in July, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Bergen in August
- Average temperature: 15℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 6 days
- Average rainfall: 129mm (5") over 23 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bergen in August, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Bergen in September
- Average temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average high temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 7 days
- Average rainfall: 150mm (6") over 22 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bergen in September, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
Bergen in October
- Average temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average high temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 201mm (8") over 21 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bergen in October, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Bergen in November
- Average temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average high temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average low temperature: 5℃ (40℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 139mm (5") over 19 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bergen in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Bergen in December
- Average temperature: 3℃ (38℉)
- Average high temperature: 4℃ (40℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 5 days
- Average rainfall: 198mm (8") over 22 days
- Average snow days: 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bergen in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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