What is the weather like in Bergen in May?

Expect temperatures between 6°C and 13°C with 35% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Bergen in May?

Bergen in May scores 65/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Great time to visit - recommended.

Who should visit Bergen in May?

May in Bergen is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Bergen Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

13°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

6°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

30days

35% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in May

North Sea(Nordsjøen)

10.9°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🥶Polar Plunge

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

North Sea

Nordsjøen

Bergen coastline

Essential Travel Info for Bergen

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Currency

NOK

kr Norwegian krone

Language

Norwegian Nynorsk

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Driving

Right side

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Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.465

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

44/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Apr

Low

Nov

Monthly Traffic Distribution

101

Jan

Feb

Mar

138

Apr

131

May

115

Jun

117

Jul

110

Aug

136

Sep

127

Oct

Nov

119

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Oslo Gardermoen (OSL)

Stavanger Sola (SVG)

Trondheim Værnes (TRD)

Copenhagen Kastrup (CPH)

Kjevik Kristiansand (KRS)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Norway. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Norway.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Norway.If rabies exposures occur while in Norway, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

For travelers moving or traveling toTBE-endemic areasTBE vaccineis recommended for persons who will haveextensiveexposure to ticks based on their planned outdoor activities and itinerary.TBE vaccine may be considered for persons who might engage in outdoor activities in areas ticks are likely to be found.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Bergen?

👍Great time to visit - recommended(65/100)

Short Answer

Don't expect beach weather in Bergen's May: 10.9°C cold seas despite 13°C air temps. Coastal scenery remains beautiful, just pack warm layers.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Peak tourist season

95% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Cold sea - swimming challenging

10.9°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Parvovirus B19

Plenty of sunshine

11h of sunshine daily

Calm, family-friendly seas

0.34m wave height - Lake-like

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 10.9°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
76% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Bergen in May averages 13°C with 35% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Bergen in May

What are the temperatures in Bergen in May?

Daytime highs average 13°C, nights drop to 6°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Bergen in May?

Expect around 30 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Bergen in May?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is May peak season in Bergen?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Bergen Weather in May