May 12 is generally a great time to visit Bergen. While there is a slight chance of rain (29%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 12°C weather. As it's peak season for Bergen, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Bergen
Currency
NOK
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Language
Norwegian Nynorsk
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.465
Bergen Weather Forecast for May 12
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.3°C. 29% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Bergen in May
Based on historical data for May 12, Bergen typically experiences temperatures between 5.2°C and 12.3°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. With a 29% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Bergen
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
12.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11.4°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
29%
Avg 2.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
61%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.1 hPa
High volatility
Bergen Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 83% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 21:00
Type I-II
🔴 25 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 38 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 63 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
8.6°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Norway
Flight Traffic
High
95/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~131
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Bergen
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:07
☀️ Noon
12:36
🌇 Sunset
21:05
⏱️ Daylight
16h 58m
Wind Speed
16.9 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Bergen
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Bergen on May 12 averages 12.3°C with a 29% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 77/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Bergen Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
May 19
14°C • 31% rain
Score
83
May 18
13.9°C • 33% rain
Score
82
May 16
13.4°C • 29% rain
Score
81
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Bergen Worth Visiting on May 12?
Planning a trip to Bergen on May 12? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12.3°C with a 29% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 131 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Norway, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 10.7°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.32m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 0.3°C in 2020.