2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Bergen in May

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

May is an excellent time to visit Bergen. Bergen has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 11°C, lows of 4°C, and approximately 16 rainy days per month.

Avg High

11°C

Avg Low

4°C

Rainy days

16days

Daylight

17.2h

Is May a good time to visit Bergen?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

4:59 AM

Sunset

10:12 PM

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 May

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

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

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Common Questions

Is May a good time to visit Bergen? +

May is typically Excellent for visiting Bergen, with average highs of 11°C and around 16 rainy days.

What should I pack for Bergen in May? +

With highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Bergen in May? +

Bergen typically sees around 16 rainy days in May.

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

In May, Bergen gets approximately 17.2 hours of daylight per day.

Is May peak season in Bergen? +

Yes, May is peak season in Bergen. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

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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