Climate in Bergen — Annual Weather Overview
Bergen has a oceanic climate — mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. The hottest month is June (average high 18.2°C) and the coolest is December (2.5°C). There is a noticeable seasonal temperature shift of 15.7°C between June and December. Annual rainfall totals around 2601mm. October is the wettest month at 340.8mm, while April averages just 86.0mm. Average daily sunshine is 6.4 hours.
**Spring (March, April, May):** average highs 9.0°C, 409mm rain. **Summer (June, July, August):** average highs 17.6°C, 540mm rain. **Autumn (September, October, November):** average highs 10.7°C, 863mm rain. **Winter (December, January, February):** average highs 3.3°C, 789mm rain.
Bergen — Monthly Temperatures
Bergen — Monthly Rainfall
✅ Best months to visit
March to November
ℹ️ No months to avoid
Weather in Bergen stays reasonable all year.
Bergen weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3.5°C | -0.9°C | 301.5mm | 2.0h | 22 | 6/10 |
| February | 3.9°C | -1.4°C | 269.5mm | 3.4h | 22 | 6/10 |
| March | 6.0°C | -0.0°C | 186.9mm | 6.0h | 17 | 9/10 |
| April | 9.2°C | 0.9°C | 86.0mm | 10.2h | 12 | 10/10 |
| May | 11.9°C | 4.8°C | 136.4mm | 9.7h | 16 | 9/10 |
| June | 18.2°C | 10.0°C | 111.4mm | 11.6h | 13 | 9/10 |
| July | 16.9°C | 10.5°C | 240.9mm | 9.5h | 20 | 8/10 |
| August | 17.8°C | 10.9°C | 188.0mm | 9.4h | 18 | 9/10 |
| September | 15.0°C | 9.1°C | 263.9mm | 6.2h | 18 | 8/10 |
| October | 10.4°C | 5.3°C | 340.8mm | 4.6h | 22 | 8/10 |
| November | 6.7°C | 2.1°C | 258.2mm | 2.6h | 19 | 8/10 |
| December | 2.5°C | -2.4°C | 217.7mm | 1.9h | 17 | 6/10 |
For the full verdict on when to go, see the best time to visit Bergen and the Bergen rainy season guide. Seasonal breakdowns: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of climate does Bergen have?
Bergen has a oceanic climate — mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. Average highs range from 2.5°C in December to 18.2°C in June.
What is the hottest month in Bergen?
June is the hottest month in Bergen, with average highs of 18.2°C and lows of 10.0°C.
What is the coldest month in Bergen?
December is the coolest month, with average highs of 2.5°C and lows of -2.4°C.
What is the wettest month in Bergen?
October is the wettest month, averaging 340.8mm of rainfall over around 22 rainy days.
When is rainy season in Bergen?
Rainy season in Bergen runs May to March, when rainfall is significantly higher than the rest of the year. Full rainy season guide →
How much rain does Bergen get per year?
Bergen receives around 2601mm of rain per year. The driest month is April (86.0mm).
When is the best time to visit Bergen?
The best time to visit Bergen is March to November. See the full month-by-month guide →
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.