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Bergen in July
Bergen's warmest month brings highs averaging 67°F (19°C), lows of 55°F (13°C) and about 6.9 in (175 mm) of rain.
At 68/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 67°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 55°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 6.9 in (175 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 78%
- Daylight
- ~17 h 51 min
- Comfort score
- 68/100 · Good
What July feels like
Highs near 67°F (19°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 55°F (13°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 6.9 in (175 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 78%.
With about 17 h 51 min of daylight, evenings stay light late.
Plan around July
July is one of Bergen's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from June (69 → 68/100).
- July sits inside the May – Sep window our Norway in a Nutshell route recommends.
What to pack for July
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 55°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.9 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Bergen in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Troldhaugen
Edvard Grieg's lakeside villa with a concert hall and summer recitals.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer lunchtime concert.
KODE Art Museums
Art museums by Lille Lungegårdsvann with a large Munch collection.
Bryggeloftet & Stuene
Traditional Norwegian restaurant on Bryggen since 1910.
Pingvinen
Cozy pub serving Norwegian home cooking and local beer.
Bergen Fish Market
Waterfront fish market with seafood stalls and simple meals.
Why now July scores 68/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in July
- Flåm in July~69 mi · highs 69°F, 5.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Geiranger in July~134 mi · highs 65°F, 7.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Oslo in July~190 mi · highs 71°F, 4.4 in rain · 3°C (5°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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Bergen?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 68/100. Expect highs of 67°F (19°C) and 6.9 in (175 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Sep window our Norway in a Nutshell route recommends.
How hot is Bergen in July?
Average highs are 67°F (19°C) and average lows 55°F (13°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bergen in July?
Yes: about 6.9 in (175 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 107.0 in (2719 mm).
What should I pack for Bergen in July?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 55°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.9 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in July
- Norway in a Nutshell May – Sep
Planning Bergen in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.