There are definitely more pleasant months to visit Bergen rather than December, with an average high temperature of +39°F, and only 3 sunny days in total throughout the whole month. Pack for extremes to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
December is usually the wettest month of the year in Bergen;
Average weather
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+39°F
Avg. max. temperature
+1°F
Min.
+57°F
Max.
229 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Bergen has uncomfortable weather in December.
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Average temperature in Bergen in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Bergen for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in December is +37°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +52°F during the day and a minimum of +19°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 44% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +27°F to +41°F.
Is Bergen warm or cold in December?
Bergen is typically chill in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +45°F to +39°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +36°F to +32°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
December is one of the coolest months in Bergen, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Bergen in December
Water in Bergen in December is Cold. It varies from +44°F to +50°F, with an average of +47°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +39°F.
In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Bergen are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +60°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +41°F.
Can you swim in Bergen in December?
We would not recommend swimming in Bergen in December, the water is very cold (+47°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Bergen in December
Bergen weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+45°F
+39°F
+39°F
Min. temperature
+10°F
+1°F
-9°F
Max. temperature
+63°F
+57°F
+54°F
Rainfall
231 mm
229 mm
197 mm
Wind
3 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+50°F
+47°F
+43°F
Humidity
79%
81%
80%
Air pressure
1007 HPa
1006 HPa
1007 HPa
Sunny days
4
3
4
Cloudy days
5
5
5
Rainy days
18
14
13
Snowy days
4
8
9
December weather is still as bad as in November.It’s getting colder in December. From +45°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +39°F.As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 231 mm to 229 mm.Humidity rises from 79% to 81%.Winds are stronger in comparison to November, going up from 3 m/s to 4 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 4 sunny days in November to 3 in December.
January brings much the same weather, it remains bad.
Wind speed in Bergen in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Bergen is gradually increasing during December, going from 1 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Bergen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in December stands at 48%, leading to total precipitation of around 237 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 44 mm, which is moderate rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Bergen wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 68% chance of precipitation and 278 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 57% chance of precipitation and 116 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during December in Bergen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The chance of snow on a typical day in December is 3%, for a monthly total of around 20 mm.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last December in Bergen?
This is the weather in Bergen in December 2023:
1 December
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+27°F
2 December
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+31°F
3 December
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+33°F
4 December
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+31°F
5 December
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+30°F
6 December
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+35°F
7 December
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+36°F
8 December
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+35°F
9 December
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+39°F
10 December
☁️
+39°F
11 December
☀️
+35°F
12 December
☁️
+37°F
13 December
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+35°F
14 December
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+40°F
15 December
🌧️
+47°F
16 December
🌧️
+51°F
17 December
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+49°F
18 December
🌧️
+48°F
19 December
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+44°F
20 December
🌧️
+41°F
21 December
🌧️
+40°F
22 December
🌨️
+36°F
23 December
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+29°F
24 December
🌧️
+44°F
25 December
🌧️
+43°F
26 December
🌧️
+39°F
27 December
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+37°F
28 December
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+42°F
29 December
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+41°F
30 December
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+33°F
31 December
☁️
+40°F
In December 2023 Bergen had 8 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 12 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +37°F, with an absolute maximum of +52°F and a minimum of +27°F. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 55%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Bergen climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Bergen in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+47°F) and the highest in 2014 (+55°F). The driest year was 1996 with only 1330 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 3441 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Bergen in December:
Is December a good time to visit Bergen?
There is never a bad time to go to Bergen, but the weather isn’t the best in December, so plan on enjoying the great indoor attractions of Bergen and pack for the extremes in weather.
Can you sunbathe in Bergen in December?
Not really, December is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Bergen in December?
Swimming in Bergen in December is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Bergen rainy in December?
Bergen is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Bergen in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Bergen in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Bergen, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
