Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Bergen in April
Bergen warms up: highs climb to 48°F (9°C), from 40°F in March, with lows of 37°F (3°C) and about 6.1 in (155 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 45/100, 6th of 12.
- Avg high
- 48°F (9°C)
- Avg low
- 37°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 6.1 in (155 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 72%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 16 min
- Comfort score
- 45/100 · Fair
What April feels like
Afternoons only reach about 48°F (9°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 37°F (3°C).
Expect regular rain: about 6.1 in (155 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around April
April sits mid-table; the best months are June – August.
- Comfort improves from 23/100 in March to 45/100.
- Our Norway in a Nutshell route recommends May – Sep, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- Insulated jackethighs only 48°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Bergen in April
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
KODE Art Museums
Art museums by Lille Lungegårdsvann with a large Munch collection.
Ulriken643
Cable car to Bergen's highest mountain and the ridge hike to Fløyen.
Bryggens Museum
Medieval finds from excavations under the wharf.
Fløibanen Funicular
Funicular to Mount Fløyen, with forest trails and a city view.
Bergen Fish Market
Waterfront fish market with seafood stalls and simple meals.
Nearby in April
- Flåm in April~69 mi · highs 44°F, 3.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, drier
- Geiranger in April~134 mi · highs 45°F, 5.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Oslo in April~190 mi · highs 50°F, 2.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~319 m to Bergen's ~12 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Bergen in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Bergen?
It's middling, scoring 45/100. The best months are June – August, at up to 69. Expect highs of 48°F (9°C) and 6.1 in (155 mm) of rain. Our Norway in a Nutshell route recommends May – Sep, so April is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Bergen in April?
Average highs are 48°F (9°C) and average lows 37°F (3°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bergen in April?
Yes: about 6.1 in (155 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 107.0 in (2719 mm).
What should I pack for Bergen in April?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 48°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Bergen in April?
Share this April plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.