Verdict: Tough month
Bergen Weather in January
January is properly cold in Bergen, with highs of only 3°C (37°F). It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 22 days, so build flexibility into plans. If your dates are flexible, most travelers will have a better time in Bergen outside January.
Average high
3°C / 37°F
Average low
-2°C / 28°F
Rain days
~22
Precipitation
289 mm
What to pack for Bergen in January
- Full winter kit — insulated coat, gloves, warm hat
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 22 days
- Quick-dry shoes — downpours are short but heavy
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
January against the rest of the year
Warmest in Bergen: Jun (18°C / 64°F) · Coolest: Jan (3°C / 37°F) · Wettest: Jan (~22 rain days)
3°
-2°
Jan
4°
-1°
Feb
6°
0°
Mar
9°
1°
Apr
14°
6°
May
18°
10°
Jun
17°
11°
Jul
18°
11°
Aug
15°
9°
Sep
10°
5°
Oct
7°
2°
Nov
3°
-2°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)