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Bergen weather in January (Hordaland, Norway)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Bergen, Norway this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Bergen includes low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. Winter occurs in January. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 5°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -0°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Bergen in January falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 250 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 26 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 22 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

Average windspeed

Wind speeds average 3 m/s during January. At this speed, light breezes keep leaves and small twigs in gentle motion while the wind also provides natural cooling. Since this is an average, some days are more tranquil while others have more persistent light winds that are more noticeable.

Average water temperature in January

At 6°C, the water temperature is bracingly cold and requires proper thermal protection for any water activities.

January in Bergen can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Norway, check out our Bergen's climate page.

Bergen, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -0°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 6°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 87%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 250 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 26 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
WindspeedWindspeed 3 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 22 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Norway in January

Find out more about the weather in Norway and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Norway, check out our Bergen's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 6°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.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Bergen.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Norway? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Norway. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.