There are definitely more pleasant months to visit Bergen rather than March, with an average high temperature of +43°F, and only 4 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.
Average weather
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+43°F
Avg. max. temperature
+7°F
Min.
+61°F
Max.
158 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Bergen has uncomfortable weather in March.
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Average temperature in Bergen in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Bergen for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in March is +41°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +50°F during the day and a minimum of +12°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 5% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +46°F to +48°F.
Is Bergen warm or cold in March?
Bergen is typically chill in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +39°F to +43°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +30°F to +34°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Bergen:
Water temperature in Bergen in March
Water in Bergen in March is Cold. It varies from +39°F to +43°F, with an average of +41°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +43°F.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire 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 March?
We would not recommend swimming in Bergen in March, the water is very cold (+41°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 March
Bergen weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+39°F
+43°F
+48°F
Min. temperature
0°F
+7°F
+25°F
Max. temperature
+54°F
+61°F
+75°F
Rainfall
156 mm
158 mm
117 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+42°F
+41°F
+43°F
Humidity
78%
76%
72%
Air pressure
1009 HPa
1009 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
4
4
5
Cloudy days
5
5
6
Rainy days
10
14
17
Snowy days
9
7
2
March weather is still as bad as in February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +39°F to +43°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 156 mm to 158 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 78% to 76%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 4 sunny days during the month.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in April as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Bergen in March 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 decreasing during March, going from 4 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Bergen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in March stands at 42%, leading to total precipitation of around 129 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 28 mm, which is moderate rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how March 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 March in Bergen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The chance of snow on a typical day in March is 6%, for a monthly total of around 31 mm.
March is one of the snowiest months in Bergen.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last March in Bergen?
This is the weather in Bergen in March 2023:
1 March
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+46°F
2 March
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+44°F
3 March
☁️
+43°F
4 March
☁️
+37°F
5 March
☀️
+35°F
6 March
☀️
+35°F
7 March
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+34°F
8 March
☁️
+32°F
9 March
☀️
+32°F
10 March
☀️
+33°F
11 March
🌨️
+33°F
12 March
☁️
+35°F
13 March
🌧️
+38°F
14 March
☀️
+37°F
15 March
☀️
+41°F
16 March
🌧️
+38°F
17 March
🌧️
+46°F
18 March
☀️
+46°F
19 March
🌧️
+44°F
20 March
☁️
+44°F
21 March
🌧️
+42°F
22 March
🌧️
+45°F
23 March
🌧️
+47°F
24 March
🌧️
+50°F
25 March
☁️
+45°F
26 March
☀️
+39°F
27 March
☀️
+41°F
28 March
🌨️
+36°F
29 March
☀️
+41°F
30 March
🌧️
+41°F
31 March
☁️
+48°F
In March 2023 Bergen had 13 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +41°F, with an absolute maximum of +50°F and a minimum of +32°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 41%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Bergen climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Bergen in March 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 March:
Is March a good time to visit Bergen?
There is never a bad time to go to Bergen, but the weather isn’t the best in March, so plan on enjoying the great indoor attractions of Bergen and pack for the extremes in weather.
Can you sunbathe in Bergen in March?
Not really, March is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Bergen in March?
Swimming in Bergen in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Bergen rainy in March?
Bergen is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Bergen in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Bergen in March, 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.
