Gothenburg vs Bergen

Gothenburg and Bergen are closely matched in August. 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.

Gothenburg sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Bergen is also comfortable at 17°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Gothenburg is the stronger choice in August. Bergen receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Gothenburg reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Bergen averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 11°C (52°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°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 August.

Gothenburg receives approximately 60 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during August. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Bergen sees 187 mm over 17 rain days. That makes Gothenburg the drier option by 12 rain days and 127 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.