When to visit
Bergen?

Discover the best time of year, based on historical climate, temperature, and precipitation.

Bergen
Vestland · Norway

The best time to visit Bergen is June, when the weather, flight prices, and crowds align.some variation climate

Climate score
September
30

Challenging climate

🌦Cool & rainy

Temperature
9–15°C
Cold nights — bring layers
Feels like
7–13°C
Dry
Precipitation
265mm
Heavy downpours · 25 days
Sunshine
5.7h
Mostly cloudy
Humidity (%)
85%
Dry
Annual Climate Analysis
Temperature, Rain & Feels Like
Rain
Actual Temp
Feels Like
-10°10°20°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Tourist Crowds
Monthly visitor flow
51
Shoulder season
050100JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep51OctNovDec
Monthly Overview
Score458204261564830754
ClimateColdColdColdColdColdCool & rainyCool & rainyCool & rainyCool & rainyColdColdCold
Temperature-2–3°C-1–4°C0–6°C1–9°C6–13°C9–17°C11–17°C11–17°C9–15°C5–10°C2–6°C0–4°C
Feels like-6–-1°C-6–0°C-4–2°C-2–6°C3–11°C7–15°C9–16°C9–16°C7–13°C2–8°C-2–3°C-4–0°C
Precipitation264mm
30 days
233mm
26 days
183mm
25 days
108mm
18 days
116mm
18 days
133mm
19 days
193mm
25 days
257mm
27 days
265mm
25 days
295mm
28 days
244mm
25 days
291mm
30 days
Sunshine1.6h
☀︎ 24%
2.9h
☀︎ 32%
4.8h
☀︎ 40%
9.3h
☀︎ 63%
9.5h
☀︎ 55%
9.7h
☀︎ 51%
8.7h
☀︎ 48%
7.0h
☀︎ 45%
5.7h
☀︎ 44%
3.9h
☀︎ 39%
2.2h
☀︎ 29%
1.0h
☀︎ 18%
WindSE · 21 km/hSE · 21 km/hSE · 18 km/hNW · 17 km/hW · 17 km/hW · 16 km/hW · 16 km/hS · 16 km/hS · 18 km/hSE · 18 km/hSE · 18 km/hSE · 20 km/h
Humidity (%)84%83%81%75%76%79%83%85%85%86%86%86%
Day length6.7h9.1h11.8h14.7h17.3h18.9h18.1h15.6h12.9h10.1h7.5h5.9h
Tourist CrowdsLow seasonLow seasonLow seasonLow seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonShoulder seasonLow seasonLow seasonLow season
Events & Festivals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Bergen International Festival
Bergen Christmas Market
Bergenfest
Nattjazz (Night Jazz Festival)
Gingerbread Town (Pepperkakebyen)
Bergen City Marathon
Bergen Food Festival
Bergen Seafood Festival
St. Hansaften (Midsummer's Eve)
Events & Festivals
  • Bergen International FestivalculturalSignature event
    May, June· 50k+ visitors

    As one of the largest and oldest music and performing arts festivals in the Nordic countries, it transforms Bergen for t…

  • Bergen Christmas Marketfestival
    November, December· 50k+ visitors

    Immerse yourself in the festive spirit at Bergen's charming Christmas Market, running from late November through Decembe…

  • Bergenfestfestival
    June· 50k+ visitors

    This popular music festival takes place in June at the historic Bergenhus Fortress, featuring a mix of international and…

  • Nattjazz (Night Jazz Festival)festival
    May, June· 5k+ visitors

    One of Europe's oldest and most respected jazz festivals, Nattjazz takes over Bergen for over a week in late May/early J…

  • Gingerbread Town (Pepperkakebyen)cultural
    November, December· 5k+ visitors

    Bergen hosts the world's largest gingerbread town, a beloved Christmas tradition displayed from mid-November to late Dec…

  • Bergen City Marathonsports
    April· 5k+ visitors

    Held annually in April, this marathon offers a scenic route through Bergen's charming streets and along its picturesque…

  • Bergen Food Festivalfood wine
    September· 5k+ visitors

    Celebrating local produce and culinary traditions, this festival takes place in September, showcasing the best of Wester…

  • Bergen Seafood Festivalfood wine
    February· 5k+ visitors

    Held in February, this festival celebrates Bergen's rich maritime heritage and its reputation as a seafood capital. Desp…

  • St. Hansaften (Midsummer's Eve)holiday
    June· 5k+ visitors

    Celebrated on June 23rd, Midsummer's Eve is a cherished Norwegian tradition, marked by bonfires and outdoor gatherings.…

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Bergen?

The best time to visit Bergen is June, with temperatures between 9 °C and 17 °C. The best month is June. June is high season.

What is the weather like in Bergen?

Bergen has a climate with an overall score of 2.4/10. Annual temperatures range from -2 °C to 17 °C.

What is the hottest month in Bergen?

The hottest month in Bergen is June, with average highs of 17 °C and lows of 9 °C.

What is the rainiest month in Bergen?

The rainiest month in Bergen is October, with an average of 295 mm of precipitation.

When is peak season in Bergen?

Peak season in Bergen is June, July, August. This is the most popular period, with the highest tourism levels and prices.

When is shoulder season in Bergen?

Shoulder season in Bergen falls in May, September. It offers a good balance of decent weather and lower prices compared to peak season.