January weather forecast
Bergen, Norway

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Weather in January

In the depth of winter, January in Bergen, Norway, exhibits a typical chilly Nordic climate. The primary weather pattern for January ties highs up at only 2.8°C (37°F) and the lows at a frosty 0.6°C (33.1°F). In comparison to December, there is an obvious shift in the weather system as January experiences less snowfall and an increase in daylight hours. The icy and snowy conditions make this a haven for winter sports enthusiasts. Despite the shorter days and cold weather, the city still buzzes with an energetic undercurrent.

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 2.8°C (37°F) and a low-temperature average of 0.6°C (33.1°F), is the coldest month in Bergen.

Humidity

In Bergen, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Bergen, during January, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 153mm (6.02") of precipitation. In Bergen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 227.1 days and collects up to 1594mm (62.76") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 127mm (5") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Bergen, in January, the average water temperature is 6.3°C (43.3°F).
Note: Diving into 6.3°C (43.3°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 6h and 46min.
On the first day of January in Bergen, sunrise is at 09:44 and sunset at 15:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:57 and sunset at 16:46 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Bergen is 2.4h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Bergen?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 2.8°C (37°F) and a low of 0.6°C (33.1°F), January stands out as the coldest month in Bergen.

How cold is January in Bergen?

January temperatures in Bergen, Norway, vary between a high-temperature of 2.8°C (37°F) and a low-temperature of 0.6°C (33.1°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Bergen?

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Bergen in January?

In January, in Bergen, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout January, 153mm (6.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Bergen?

The month with the most snowfall in Bergen, Norway, is January, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 127mm (5") of snow.

How much does it snow in Bergen in January?

In Bergen, during January, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 127mm (5") of snow.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Bergen?

In Bergen, Norway, in January, the average water temperature is 6.3°C (43.3°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in January in Bergen?

In Bergen, the average day length in January is 6h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Bergen?

On the first day of January in Bergen, sunrise is at 09:44 and sunset at 15:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:57 and sunset at 16:46 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Bergen have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bergen?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January in Bergen?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Bergen, Norway, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Bergen, Norway

Average temperature in January - Bergen, Norway
  • Average high temperature in January: 2.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (0°C).

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Average pressure in January
Bergen, Norway

Average pressure in January - Bergen, Norway
  • Average pressure in January: 1008.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Bergen, Norway

Average wind speed in January - Bergen, Norway
  • Average wind speed in January: 21.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (21.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.6km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Bergen, Norway

Average humidity in January - Bergen, Norway
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Bergen, Norway

Average rainfall in January - Bergen, Norway
  • Average rainfall in January: 153mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (201mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (73mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Bergen, Norway

Average rainfall days in January - Bergen, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in January: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Bergen, Norway

Average snowfall in January - Bergen, Norway
  • Average snowfall in January: 127mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (127mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Bergen, Norway

Average snowfall days in January - Bergen, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Bergen, Norway

Average sea temperature in January - Bergen, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in January: 6.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.8°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bergen, Norway

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bergen, Norway
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Bergen, Norway

Average sunshine days in January - Bergen, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (12 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Bergen, Norway

Average UV index in January - Bergen, Norway
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Bergen, Norway

Average cloud cover in January - Bergen, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in January
Bergen, Norway

Average visibility in January - Bergen, Norway
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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