Bergen weather in August (Hordaland, Norway)
Planning a trip to Bergen in August? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In August, Bergen typically experiences pleasant temperatures and heavy rainfall. August falls within the summer season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 19°C. But by evening, they drop to around 12°C.
Bergen in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 202 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 23 days of rain are anticipated.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 140 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Bergen. July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bergen climate page with graphs.
Bergen, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
12°C
Max Temperature
19°C
Water Temperature
14°C
Chance of Rain
76%
Precipitation
202 mm
Rainy days
23 days
Humidity
78%
Windspeed
7 km/h
Sunshine
140 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Norway in August
Find out more about the weather in Norway in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Bergen in August?
For visitors traveling to Bergen, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 14°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.
Interested in more climate information?
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