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Bergen, Norway · Subarctic oceanic

Bergen in February: go or not?

Tough period. Bergen in February only reaches 0.5/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 60.39°N · 5.32°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Bergen · February
0.5
-1–4°
Temperature
62%
Rain
2h
Sun
❄️ Subarctic🌌 Auroras🌬️ Frequent winds
Photo : Kaitlyn Collins via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in February

Winter in Bergen is cool (39°F during the day). Days are short (2.3h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. With 62% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

February ranks 9 out of 12 months in Bergen. Compared to January: +2°F daytime, +1.3h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in February

UV index
1 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
-2°
Sea
6°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
8.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is February the right month?

The best month in Bergen is June (4.4/10), 3.9 pts higher than February.

See June →See all 12 months →
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a subarctic stay.

Country · Norway

🗣️LanguageNorwegian
💶CurrencyNorwegian Krone (kr)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery expensive · 5/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeSubarctic oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 63°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 37°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 62%

🌌 Subarctic stay

🌌Northern lights ⓘSept → Mars
☀️Midnight sun ⓘJuin (~21h)
🌬️WindVery frequent
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
Location

Where is Bergen ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Norway
Subarctic oceanic climate with a 4.4 → 0.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
60.39°N · 5.32°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Bergen?
June is the best month with 61°F highs, 48°F lows, 7.8h of sunshine and 44.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Bergen get in June?
Bergen averages 7.8 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 4.2/10.
What is the rainiest month in Bergen?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Bergen in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 48°F, while afternoon highs average 61°F.
Is Bergen good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Bergen scores 0.5/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 4.2/10.
When should you avoid Bergen?
January is the most difficult month to visit Bergen, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Bergen in February?
In February, the sea averages 43°F in Bergen: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Bergen in February?
The average UV index reaches 1 in February in Bergen (low), with about 8.7h of daylight. No protection needed.