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January in Bergen brings low temperatures around 5°C (41°F) during the day, dropping to 0°C (32°F) at night, and as part of the rainy season, heavy snow/rainfall is common.
January in Bergen has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.
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51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Bergen typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 5°C (41°F). Nights are very cold, with lows around -1°C (30°F).
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Bergen spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 49 years of weather records for Bergen, the following extremes were recorded between 1976 and 2025.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Expect water temperatures of around 6°C (43°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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