Heavy rainfall across Bergen and surrounding regions on October 5, 2026, brought the wettest 24-hour period the city has experienced in nearly seven years, closing roadways and flooding parking lots as local weather stations recorded nearly 90 millimeters of precipitation.
Record Rainfall and Street Flooding in Bergen
The Florida weather station in Bergen recorded 89.2 millimeter nedbør over a 24-hour window ending at 8 a.m., according to data reported by NRK. This total marks the highest 24-hour rainfall total in the city since December 30, 2019, when 92 millimeter fell. Geir Ottar Fagerlid, a duty meteorologist cited by NRK, noted that it has been nearly seven years since the city last saw such heavy precipitation, making this the third-wettest October day recorded at the Florida station since its establishment.
Bergensavisen reported that Vegtrafikksentralen received numerous calls regarding flooded roads on Monday. Among the disruptions, a section of county road 5198 near Nedre Sædal was closed to traffic due to flooding around 11:30 a.m. on Monday, as documented by photographer Emil Weatherhead Breistein. Additional surface flooding was reported near Møllendal.
Did You Know? The Florida weather station in Bergen previously recorded a 24-hour high of 92 millimeters on December 30, 2019, which remains just slightly above the 89.2 millimeters measured during this latest storm event.
Varying rainfall amounts disrupt regional transport networks
While Bergen experienced near-record downpours, surrounding areas in Western Norway saw vastly different conditions. NRK reported that Voss received only 10 millimeters of precipitation and Odda recorded 14 millimeters during the same 24-hour period, prompting meteorologists to describe the contrast between the city and inland areas as “day and night.” Meanwhile, a parking lot near Spar in Isdalstø transformed into a shallow lake as floodwaters pushed close to Seimsvatnet.
Transportation networks faced significant impacts beyond road closures. Ferry and express boat routes across affected maritime areas were temporarily suspended, according to traffic operator Marianne Hove, who warned motorists to remain vigilant against hydroplaning, surface water, and potential debris such as rocks or fallen trees on saturated roadways. In coastal zones, strong winds accompanied the rain, with forecasters noting potential storm-force gusts reaching hurricane strength around Stad.
Answer storm questions about rainfall and road closures
How much rain fell in Bergen during the storm?
The Florida weather station in Bergen recorded 89.2 millimeters of precipitation over the 24-hour period ending at 8 a.m., according to NRK.
Which roads were closed due to the flooding?
Bergensavisen reported that the road through Sædalen, specifically county road 5198 near Nedre Sædal, was closed around 11:30 a.m. on Monday due to floodwaters.
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