Gothenburg vs Bergen

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Gothenburg edges ahead as the better destination in May. Gothenburg offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while Bergen sees 12 sunshine hours and 14 rain days.

Gothenburg sits in the comfortable travel range at 15°C. Bergen is cooler at 12°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Gothenburg is the stronger choice in May.

Gothenburg reaches an average high of 15°C (59°F) and drops to 7°C (45°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Bergen averages 12°C (54°F) for the high and 5°C (41°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Gothenburg receives approximately 72 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Bergen sees 117 mm over 14 rain days. That makes Gothenburg the drier option by 2 rain days and 45 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.