Two people on cross-country skis exploring the snow-covered, narrow streets of Bergen, Norway, surrounded by colorful traditional wooden houses under a winter sky.

The Seasons in Bergen

Bergen changes with the seasons – and each season gives the city its own charm. The same street or view can feel completely different depending on when you visit. Bergen shifts its expression throughout the year – from snow-covered streets in winter and spring flowers to the summer sun, rain, and the warm colors of autumn.

Many people wonder when the best time to visit Bergen is and what the famous Bergen weather actually looks like. Whether the cobblestones are glistening in the rain or the city is bathed in autumn light, there is always something worth seeing.

In my guide, you can see how light, weather, and colors change the city's character. I’ve included inspiration on when and where to go to experience the best of Bergen – no matter the season.

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A view from a lush garden with yellow tulips overlooking a row of pastel-colored historic houses in pink, blue, yellow, and green in Bergen, Norway, with the sea and mountains in the distance
Rows of colorful historic houses in pink, blue, and yellow covered in snow under a vibrant orange and purple sunset sky in Bergen, Norway, with snow-capped mountains in the distance
A cozy evening scene in a Bergen hillside neighborhood at dusk. Warm yellow lights shine from the windows of traditional black, yellow, and white wooden houses, surrounded by autumn trees and a quiet pedestrian path
A large snow-covered tree stands prominently in the foreground of a Bergen hillside at dusk. Traditional wooden houses in dark green and bright orange are tucked behind the snowy branches under a deep blue twilight sky.