How cold does it get in Bergen?

Can you see northern lights from Bergen?

While at times it is possible to see the Northern Lights from Bergen, their appearance is sporadic and uncommon compared to areas in northen Norway. If you are really determined to see the Northern Lights during your time in Bergen, don’t make the mistake of waiting for the lights to come to you.

Is Oslo or Bergen colder?

Bergen, due to its geographical location, is colder than Oslo, and also records a greater amount of rainfall, especially between September and March, the rainiest month being October, and the coldest January.

Is Bergen good in winter?

Travellers from all over the world have long been visiting the Norwegian fjords during summer. However, Bergen and the fjords are great holiday destinations in winter too with a lot to see and do.

Does it snow a lot in Bergen?

In winter, although the city is usually too mild for snow, you can drive inland and go skiing at Voss or Myrkdalen only 1,5 hours from Bergen. It normally does snow in Bergen some periods during the winter, but it is very unpredictable and might only stay for a short while.

How much snow does Bergen Norway Get?

Snow falls in Bergen every odd day or so, but hardly accumulates more than 10 centimeters. Compared to the rest of the country, the snowfall is nothing to get excited about.

Are Norway winters harsh?

The lower inland areas of Finnmark, Troms, Trøndelag, and Eastern Norway often have very cold winters with lots of snow. The inland areas of Northern Norway have an Arctic climate with snow and cold temperatures. However, the climate is usually much milder in coastal areas, thanks to the Gulf Stream.

Is Norway dark for 6 months?

The Polar Night can last days to months depending on your location. On the North Cape, the sun remains under the horizon for more than two months, while in Tromsø the phenomenon lasts for six weeks or so. In Lofoten, the dark period is short, just under four weeks.

Is Norway colder than Germany?

But keep in mind that because Norway is a lot colder, it also costs more to heat your apartment during those chilly months. Germany has a more moderate climate with colder winters in the north and milder winters in the south.

Do they speak English in Norway?

The vast majority of Norwegians speak English in addition to Norwegian – and generally on a very high level. Many university degree programmes and courses are taught in English.

Is Norway a rich or poor country?

Norway has caught the fame for being one of the richest countries in the world. In terms of GDP per capita we ranked number 4 in 2020 (see the list here). When it comes to having the largest Sovereign Wealth Fund in the world we rank number 1! This fund amounted to 1.275 Billion USD in 2020.

Does Norway have free healthcare?

While public healthcare is available across Norway, it is only free for people 16 years and younger. It also free for pregnant and/or nursing women, regardless of coverage. Everyone else must pay an annual deductible equivalent to an average of 2,040 NOK (222 USD).

What is Norway famous for?

Is Norway nice to foreigners?

Overall, 68 percent of international residents in Norway were happy with their life in the country, compared to 71 percent globally.

Are citizens of Norway happy?

For the 10th year running, Norwegians have been ranked among the most content people on Earth by the World Happiness Report, a publication of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network that draws on global survey data from people in about 150 countries.

What has Norway given the world?

Why do Norwegians earn so much?

Norway puts its oil revenues into the Government Pension Fund, the largest sovereign wealth fund in the world. In simple terms, the Government Pension Fund, or oil fund, is a giant savings pot that makes its money by investing in more than 9,000 companies all over the globe.