Oslo vs Bergen

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Oslo edges ahead as the better destination in May. Oslo offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Bergen sees 12 sunshine hours and 14 rain days.

Oslo sits in the comfortable travel range at 16°C. Bergen is cooler at 12°C.

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

Oslo reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 10°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 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Oslo receives approximately 77 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Bergen sees 117 mm over 14 rain days. That makes Oslo the drier option by 3 rain days and 40 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.