Bergen · SpringMonth summary
Bergen weather in May
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
43°F – 55°F
🌧 Rainy days
44% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.1h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (6.4/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Bergen in May?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you prefer museums and gastronomy — it's cool at 13°F.
❌ No if: you're looking for beach weather — it's not the right season.
Our take: Bergen in May is possible but June offers a score of 6.4/10 vs 6.0.
By trip type
Bergen in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Bergen. Temperatures rise (13°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 44% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. June (6.4/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌨️ January | 30°F | 37°F | 66% | 0.3in | 1.0h | 0.5/10 |
| 🌨️ February | 30°F | 39°F | 65% | 0.3in | 3.5h | 0.7/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 32°F | 43°F | 58% | 0.2in | 5.3h | 1.5/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 36°F | 48°F | 46% | 0.1in | 11.3h | 4.6/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 43°F | 55°F | 44% | 0.1in | 12.1h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 48°F | 61°F | 53% | 0.2in | 11.8h | 6.4/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 52°F | 63°F | 60% | 0.2in | 11.6h | 6.3/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 52°F | 63°F | 66% | 0.3in | 9.1h | 5.0/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 48°F | 59°F | 59% | 0.4in | 7.3h | 4.3/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 41°F | 50°F | 68% | 0.4in | 4.3h | 1.6/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 36°F | 43°F | 59% | 0.3in | 2.2h | 0.8/10 |
| 🌨️ December | 32°F | 39°F | 66% | 0.4in | 0.3h | 0.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Bergen averages 55°F, 44% rainy days and 12.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.0/10.
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Comparison
May vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 6.4/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +3°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +9%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Bergen in May
Is May a good time to visit Bergen?
May is an acceptable time for Bergen (score 6.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider June (6.4/10) if possible.
What's the weather like in Bergen in May?
It's cool with 55°F daytime and 43°F at night. 12.1h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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