Bergen, Vestland Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Bergen get?

Bergen gets 2495 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 232 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 98% of Norway.

December is the wettest month, with 288 mm. May is the driest, with 109 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 22.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 18 days, to June 18, 2023.

Bergen weather by month

Bergen weather in January

In January, Bergen averages a high of 4°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 252 mm of precipitation over about 22 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The January record high is 16°C (1971) and the record low is -16°C (1987).

Bergen weather in February

In February, Bergen averages a high of 5°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 209 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The February record high is 13°C (2006) and the record low is -13°C (2001).

Bergen weather in March

In March, Bergen averages a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 202 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The March record high is 17°C (2007) and the record low is -12°C (2018).

Bergen weather in April

In April, Bergen averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 138 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The April record high is 26°C (2000) and the record low is -6°C (2018).

Bergen weather in May

In May, Bergen averages a high of 15°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 109 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The May record high is 31°C (2018) and the record low is 0°C (1996).

Bergen weather in June

In June, Bergen averages a high of 18°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 132 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The June record high is 31°C (2020) and the record low is 3°C (1975). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bergen weather in July

In July, Bergen averages a high of 19°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 158 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The July record high is 33°C (2019) and the record low is 6°C (1989). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bergen weather in August

In August, Bergen averages a high of 19°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 208 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The August record high is 31°C (1975) and the record low is 6°C (1986). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bergen weather in September

In September, Bergen averages a high of 16°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 251 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The September record high is 28°C (2024) and the record low is 0°C (1995).

Bergen weather in October

In October, Bergen averages a high of 12°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 275 mm of precipitation over about 21 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The October record high is 24°C (2018) and the record low is -4°C (1997).

Bergen weather in November

In November, Bergen averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 272 mm of precipitation over about 21 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The November record high is 18°C (2011) and the record low is -9°C (2010).

Bergen weather in December

In December, Bergen averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 288 mm of precipitation over about 22 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The December record high is 14°C (2019) and the record low is -14°C (1978).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Bergen

April is the sunniest month in Bergen, with sunshine about 42% of daylight hours. February is the cloudiest, at 20%. Over the year the sun shines about 27% of daylight hours. Bergen is sunnier than 63% of Norway.

Humidity peaks in August at 82% and is lowest in April at 71%.

First and last freeze in Bergen

The first fall freeze in Bergen typically comes around November 7, and the last spring freeze around April 14. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 207 days.

Bergen weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Bergen station is 33°C, on July 26, 2019. The coldest is -16°C, on January 11, 1987.

The wettest day on record brought 156 mm of rain, on September 13, 2005.

40 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Bergen

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to August, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 5°C and lows near 1°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 4°C.

Summer (June–August) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 12°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 6°C.

Bergen climate questions

How much rain does Bergen get?

Bergen gets 2495 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 232 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Bergen?

December is the wettest month in Bergen, with 288 mm. May is the driest, with 109 mm.

How many rainy days does Bergen have a year?

Bergen has about 232 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 22.

What is the hottest month in Bergen?

July is the warmest month in Bergen, with an average high of 19°C.

What is the coldest month in Bergen?

February is the coldest month in Bergen, with an average low of 0°C.

What is the record high temperature in Bergen?

The record high at the Bergen station is 33°C, set on July 26, 2019. The record low is -16°C, on January 11, 1987.

What is the sunniest month in Bergen?

April is the sunniest month in Bergen, with sunshine about 42% of daylight hours. February is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Bergen?

The first fall freeze in Bergen typically comes around November 7. The last spring freeze is around April 14.

What is the best time to visit Bergen?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to August, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.