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Bergen, Norway Daily Water Report — August 28, 2026
Today in Bergen, the waters are welcoming for most activities, with boating and kayaking leading the pack. If you're looking to glide across the harbor, you'll find near-perfect conditions with an 8.1/10 suitability for boating and a close 7.8/10 for kayaking. The light winds, steady at around 6 knots from the ENE, and the negligible wave height of 0.1 meters make for smooth sailing. Just be mindful of the rain expected to start around 3 PM, which could dampen the afternoon plans. For those casting lines, fishing scores a decent 6.4/10. While the solunar major period from 13:10 to 15:10 aligns nicely with the weather, the falling barometric pressure might slightly temper fish enthusiasm. Nonetheless, with a full moon lighting up the night, there's always a chance for nocturnal activity. Surfers might want to sit this one out, as the conditions remain flat with a mere 0.06-meter swell. A surfing score of 5/10 reflects this lull, so perhaps save the wetsuit for another day. Divers and wildlife enthusiasts will find today's conditions reasonably favorable, with scores of 7.6/10 and 6.9/10 respectively. The clear visibility and calm waters make it a pleasant day to explore below the surface or observe the local fauna. Looking back, today's conditions are slightly less favorable than yesterday's, particularly for sailing, which has dipped from 7.7/10 to 6/10. However, with light winds and minimal swells, it's still a decent day for a leisurely sail. As we look ahead, expect a cooling trend with increasing chances of rain over the coming days. By September 2nd, the waves are predicted to pick up, reaching up to 0.6 meters, which might bring some excitement for surfers. If you're choosing one activity today, let it be a leisurely paddle; the harbor is your oyster with these serene conditions.
- Report date
- August 28, 2026
- Report status
- Permanent PM Brain report
- Time basis
- Live
- Top activity
- WINDOW IS OPEN
How the water looked at Bergen, Norway
The conditions record includes 17 °C air temperature, 5.8 knot wind, gusts to 10.9 knots, and 1011.3 hPa pressure.
Ocean: NOAA CoastWatch; Tides: unavailable; Marine: Open-Meteo marine forecast; Weather: Open-Meteo forecast and current conditions
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