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Bergen in November: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Bergen in November and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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November

Weather in Bergen in November 2024

Uncomfortable Weather
Cool
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
November may not be the ideal time to visit Bergen, as the weather can be not ideal. The daily average high temperature does not get higher than +7°C, and there are only about 4 sunny days in the month. Typically there are also 18 rainy days, a total monthly rainfall of approximately 231 mm. Pack for extremes to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+7°C
Avg. max. temperature
-12°C
Min.
+17°C
Max.
231 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Bergen has uncomfortable weather in November.

Average temperature in Bergen in November

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Bergen for November based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in November is +5°C with a maximum of +12°C and a minimum of -6°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 22% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +4°C to 0°C.

Is Bergen warm or cold in November?

Bergen is typically cool in November.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +11°C to +7°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +6°C to +2°C.

Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

Take a look at how November is compared to other months in Bergen:

Water temperature in Bergen in November

Water in Bergen in November is Cold. It varies from +8°C to +12°C, with an average of +10°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +7°C.

In November, 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 +15°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +5°C.

Can you swim in Bergen in November?

We would not recommend swimming in Bergen in November, the water is very cold (+10°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°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 November

Bergen weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
OctoberNovemberDecember
Avg. temperature
+11°C+7°C+4°C
Min. temperature
-8°C-12°C-17°C
Max. temperature
+23°C+17°C+14°C
Rainfall
278 mm231 mm229 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+12°C+10°C+8°C
Humidity
79%79%81%
Air pressure
1009 HPa1007 HPa1006 HPa
Sunny days
343
Cloudy days
555
Rainy days
211814
Snowy days
148

November typically has worse weather conditions compared to October. It’s getting colder in November. From +11°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +7°C. As November arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 278 mm to 231 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 79%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during November, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in November, from 3 to 4.

December brings much the same weather, it remains bad.

Wind

Wind speed in Bergen in November based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 9 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 November, going from 3 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Bergen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in November is about 98 mm, with a 43% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 39 mm, which is moderate rain. November is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
November is one of the rainiest months in Bergen, here is a comparison with other months, 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 November in Bergen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in November is about 2 mm, with a 0% chance of snow on a typical day.

Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last November in Bergen?

This is the weather in Bergen in November 2023:
1 November
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+4°C
2 November
☁️
+8°C
3 November
🌧️
+9°C
4 November
☁️
+12°C
5 November
☁️
+9°C
6 November
☀️
+8°C
7 November
☀️
+7°C
8 November
☀️
+6°C
9 November
🌧️
+6°C
10 November
☀️
+5°C
11 November
☁️
+5°C
12 November
☀️
+5°C
13 November
☀️
+6°C
14 November
☀️
+5°C
15 November
☁️
+3°C
16 November
☁️
+4°C
17 November
☀️
+2°C
18 November
☁️
+4°C
19 November
☁️
+5°C
20 November
☁️
+5°C
21 November
🌧️
+5°C
22 November
🌧️
+9°C
23 November
🌧️
+7°C
24 November
🌧️
+5°C
25 November
☀️
+5°C
26 November
🌧️
+3°C
27 November
☁️
+3°C
28 November
☀️
-2°C
29 November
☀️
0°C
30 November
☀️
0°C
In November 2023 Bergen had 12 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +5°C, with an absolute maximum of +12°C and a minimum of -2°C. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 48%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in November?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Bergen climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Bergen in November has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+8°C) and the highest in 2014 (+13°C). 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 November:

Is November a good time to visit Bergen?

There is never a bad time to go to Bergen, but the weather isn’t the best in November, so plan on enjoying the great indoor attractions of Bergen and pack for the extremes in weather.

Can you sunbathe in Bergen in November?

Not really, November is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Bergen in November?

Swimming in Bergen in November is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Bergen rainy in November?

Bergen is often rainy in November. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Bergen in November?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Bergen in November, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Norway

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Monthly weather in Bergen

Source of the data

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.