What is the current water temperature in Bergen?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Bergen?

As of now, in Bergen, the water temperature is 10.46°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration.

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Water temperature in Bergen

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Bergen. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

50.8

°F

May 19, 06:44

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

50.7°F

Tomorrow:

51.1°F

Sunrise:

04:50

Sunset:

22:22

Day Length:

17 h. 32 min.

Bergen in May

Minimum:

43.3°F

Average:

44.5°F

Maximum:

46.3°F

Sea water temperature in Bergen today

As of now, in Bergen, the water temperature is 50.8°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is about the same as the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 54.9°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 47.6°F on 2020.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 51.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 51.1°F, while the maximum might reach 52.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Bergen

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 5	47.4°F	49.0°F	47.6°F
May 6	46.4°F	47.5°F	47.4°F
May 7	46.9°F	47.1°F	47.5°F
May 8	48.6°F	48.0°F	47.9°F
May 9	48.1°F	47.8°F	48.2°F
May 10	45.7°F	47.8°F	48.3°F
May 11	47.4°F	47.9°F	48.3°F
May 12	48.1°F	48.1°F	48.6°F
May 13	47.9°F	50.5°F	49.0°F
May 14	48.6°F	51.4°F	49.1°F
May 15	48.0°F	50.9°F	49.5°F
May 16	48.1°F	51.1°F	49.8°F
May 17	49.4°F	51.7°F	50.2°F
May 18	50.7°F	53.2°F	50.7°F
May 19	50.8°F	53.2°F	50.8°F
May 20	51.1°F	54.9°F	51.1°F
May 21	51.3°F	53.6°F	51.3°F
May 22	51.8°F	52.9°F	51.8°F
May 23	51.7°F	52.4°F	51.7°F
May 24	52.0°F	52.8°F	52.0°F
May 25	52.2°F	52.6°F	52.2°F
May 26	52.1°F	50.8°F	52.1°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Bergen by month

In an average year, Bergen offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Bergen was recorded on July 24, 2025, reaching a 68.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 12, 2025, dipping to 36.3°F. The average readings by season are 43.6°F in Winter, 45.1°F in Spring, 58.5°F in Summer, and 53.0°F in Autumn.