2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Bergen in January

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

January is a wet time to visit Bergen. Bergen has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 6°C, lows of 3°C, and approximately 29 rainy days per month.

Avg High

6°C

Avg Low

3°C

Rainy days

29days

Daylight

6.6h

Is January a good time to visit Bergen?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

9:31 AM

Sunset

4:07 PM

Live January Forecast

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Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 16 days ahead
Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 6°C 3°C 29 Wet
February 5°C 1°C 26 Wet
March 6°C 1°C 20 Wet
April 10°C 2°C 17 Wet
May 11°C 4°C 16 Excellent (best)
June 20°C 12°C 10 Excellent (best)
July 16°C 10°C 21 Excellent (best)
August 19°C 12°C 17 Excellent (best)
September 14°C 9°C 24 Wet
October 12°C 6°C 20 Wet
November 9°C 5°C 26 Wet
December 5°C 2°C 19 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for January

Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Climate: Cool
Travel Context Brisk but pleasant—ideal for hiking or city walks with a light jacket.

Planning a trip to Bergen?

Common Questions

Is January a good time to visit Bergen? +

January is typically Wet for visiting Bergen, with average highs of 6°C and around 29 rainy days.

What should I pack for Bergen in January? +

With highs of 6°C and lows of 3°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Bergen in January? +

Bergen typically sees around 29 rainy days in January.

How many hours of daylight are there in Bergen in January? +

In January, Bergen gets approximately 6.6 hours of daylight per day.

Is January peak season in Bergen? +

No, January is not peak season in Bergen. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Bergen? +

The best months to visit Bergen are May, June, July, August, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Oslo)

Last Updated: January 2026

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