Month guide · Bergen · Norway
Bergen in February
What February is really like in Bergen: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Holger Uwe Schmitt, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
February is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 4°C (39°F), lows of 0°C (32°F), about 16 rainy days and roughly 9 hours of daylight. Still dark and damp, with occasional snow that rarely lasts in the city.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 4°C (39°F) / 0°C (32°F)
- Rainy days
- About 16
- Daylight
- About 9 hours
- Sea temperature
- 6°C (43°F)
- Crowds
- Very quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in February
February is the coolest month in Bergen: days average 4°C (39°F) against a yearly average high of 11°C (52°F), and nights fall to about 0°C (32°F). Rain falls on roughly 16 of its 28 days. Compared with January (4°C (39°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs climb to around 6°C (43°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 08:18
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 17:28
- Daylight
- About 9 hours
- Sea
- 6°C (43°F)
Winter (December–February). Short days, frequent rain and occasional snow, with Christmas lights, the Gingerbread Town and low prices.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 1 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in July). That makes February one of the better-value months to book.
Events in February
February has no major recurring festival in Bergen, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in February
With cold days, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Historic site · Bryggen
Bryggen
The row of gabled wooden buildings along the east side of the Vågen harbour was the trading base of German Hanseatic merchants from the 14th to the 18th century.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- History
- Architecture
- Photo spot
Viewpoint · Fjellsiden
Fløibanen and Mount Fløyen
Ride up and walk down via the zigzag paths, or go early in the day to avoid summer queues at the lower station.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Views
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Nature
Market · Vågen
Fish Market
Bergen has had a fish market at the head of the harbour since the 13th century.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Food
- Iconic
Viewpoint · Landås
Ulriken cable car
Choose a clear day; low cloud often hides the summit view entirely.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Views
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Photo spot
What to pack
For highs near 4°C, lows near 0°C and 16 wet days: a warm coat, hat, gloves and thermal layers; shoes with good grip for icy pavements; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Bergen?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, May–August are better overall. Compare every month.
Bergen in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Bergen?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Still dark and damp, with occasional snow that rarely lasts in the city.
+How warm is Bergen in February?
Average highs are around 4°C (39°F) and lows around 0°C (32°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Bergen in February?
Expect rain on about 16 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.