Gothenburg vs Bergen

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Gothenburg edges ahead as the better destination in January. Gothenburg offers 3 hours of daily sunshine with only 13 rain days, while Bergen sees 2 sunshine hours and 20 rain days.

Gothenburg is on the cooler side at 2°C, requiring warmer clothing. Bergen is cooler at 2°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Gothenburg is the stronger choice in January. Gothenburg receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Gothenburg reaches an average high of 2°C (36°F) and drops to -2°C (28°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Bergen averages 2°C (36°F) for the high and -1°C (30°F) for the low, with a daily range of 3°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 January.

Gothenburg receives approximately 73 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Bergen sees 246 mm over 20 rain days. That makes Gothenburg the drier option by 7 rain days and 173 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.