Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for February
| Metric | Bergen | Gothenburg | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 3°C (37°F) | 3°C (37°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | -2°C (28°F)▲ | -9°C (16°F) | Bergen |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 17 days | 3 days▲ | Gothenburg |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 209 mm | 40 mm▲ | Gothenburg |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 4h/day▲ | 3h/day | Bergen |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 23 km/h | 15 km/h▲ | Gothenburg |
Bergen and Gothenburg are closely matched in February. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Bergen is on the cooler side at 3°C, requiring warmer clothing. Gothenburg is cooler at 3°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Gothenburg is the stronger choice in February. Bergen receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Bergen reaches an average high of 3°C (37°F) and drops to -2°C (28°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Gothenburg averages 3°C (37°F) for the high and -9°C (16°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.
Bergen receives approximately 209 mm of rainfall across 17 rain days during February. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.
Gothenburg sees 40 mm over 3 rain days. That makes Gothenburg the drier option by 14 rain days and 169 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 3°C, lows of -2°C, 17 rain days
Highs of 3°C, lows of -9°C, 3 rain days
Pack for both: heavy winter coat, thermal base layers, warm gloves and hat, insulated boots, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during February.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. February is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Bergen | Gothenburg | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 2°C | 20d | -2°C | 3d |
| Feb | 3°C | 17d | 3°C | 3d |
| Mar | 5°C | 18d | 10°C | 4d |
| Apr | 9°C | 15d | 17°C | 5d |
| May | 12°C | 14d | 22°C | 6d |
| Jun | 15°C | 14d | 24°C | 6d |
| Jul | 17°C | 17d | 22°C | 6d |
| Aug | 17°C | 17d | 17°C | 5d |
| Sep | 14°C | 18d | 10°C | 4d |
| Oct | 10°C | 19d | 3°C | 3d |
| Nov | 5°C | 19d | -2°C | 3d |
| Dec | 3°C | 20d | -4°C | 3d |
Bergen Weather in February
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