March · Norway
Best time to visit Bergen in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bergen in March
Average temperature 3°C, 153 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
5.6/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 3°C
- Rainfall
- 153 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Bergen scores 5.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 3°C, 153 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Bergen's Bryggen wharves, fish market and funicular sit between seven mountains and the fjords.
March in Bergen — middling scores, decent value
At 3°C (37°F) this is proper winter weather in March: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
153 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5.6/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 7.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Bergen — 2.1 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bergen in March?
- In March, Bergen averages 3°C, 153 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.6/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Bergen?
- March earns a 5.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Bergen in March?
- Expect about 153 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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