Bergen in May usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +55°F and roughly 6 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 18 rainy days with an average precipitation of 118 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
May is usually the driest month of the year in Bergen
Average weather
☀️
+55°F
Avg. max. temperature
+32°F
Min.
+86°F
Max.
118 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Bergen has OK weather in May.
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Average temperature in Bergen in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Bergen for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in May is +54°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +63°F during the day and a minimum of +36°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 27% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +46°F to +54°F.
Is Bergen warm or cold in May?
Bergen is typically mild in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +48°F to +55°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +37°F to +45°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Bergen:
Water temperature in Bergen in May
Water in Bergen in May is Cold. It varies from +44°F to +52°F, with an average of +48°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +55°F.
In May, 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 May?
We would not recommend swimming in Bergen in May, the water is very cold (+48°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 May
Bergen weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+48°F
+55°F
+61°F
Min. temperature
+25°F
+32°F
+37°F
Max. temperature
+75°F
+86°F
+84°F
Rainfall
117 mm
118 mm
116 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+43°F
+48°F
+54°F
Humidity
72%
71%
75%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
5
6
5
Cloudy days
6
6
8
Rainy days
17
18
17
Snowy days
2
0
0
May weather is still as ok as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +48°F to +55°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 117 mm to 118 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 72% to 71%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 5 to 6.
Wind speed in Bergen in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 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 May, going from 5 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Bergen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in May stands at 55%, leading to total precipitation of around 99 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 19 mm, which is considered light rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 17 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how May 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.
How was the weather last May in Bergen?
This is the weather in Bergen in May 2023:
1 May
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+46°F
2 May
🌧️
+46°F
3 May
☁️
+49°F
4 May
☁️
+52°F
5 May
☀️
+55°F
6 May
☀️
+58°F
7 May
☀️
+59°F
8 May
☁️
+58°F
9 May
🌧️
+56°F
10 May
🌧️
+52°F
11 May
☁️
+56°F
12 May
🌫️
+58°F
13 May
🌫️
+56°F
14 May
☁️
+58°F
15 May
☁️
+49°F
16 May
🌧️
+50°F
17 May
☁️
+46°F
18 May
☁️
+51°F
19 May
☁️
+54°F
20 May
🌫️
+58°F
21 May
☀️
+62°F
22 May
☀️
+61°F
23 May
☀️
+55°F
24 May
🌧️
+51°F
25 May
🌧️
+51°F
26 May
☁️
+52°F
27 May
🌧️
+50°F
28 May
🌧️
+49°F
29 May
🌧️
+49°F
30 May
☁️
+55°F
31 May
☁️
+53°F
In May 2023 Bergen had 6 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +54°F, with an absolute maximum of +63°F and a minimum of +46°F. The average humidity was 80%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 35%. 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 May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Bergen climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Bergen in May 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 May:
Is May a good time to visit Bergen?
It’s always a good time to visit Bergen, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Bergen in May?
May has mild temperatures in Bergen. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Bergen in May?
Swimming in Bergen in May is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Bergen rainy in May?
Bergen is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Bergen in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Bergen in May, 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.
