Weather in Antigua in November

How November compares

November is the 7th warmest month of the year in Antigua and ranks 30th of 134 destinations we compare for November - see where else is hot in November. Against London's average high of 10.4°C in November, Antigua is 17.2°C warmer by day and 20.4°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in November

The typical November day in Antigua peaks at 27.6°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 28.5°C or more. About 100% of days top 25°C and 1 in 167 pass 30°C. Nights average 25.3°C; one night in ten drops to 24.3°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest November day here reached 30.4°C (2017-11-17) and the coldest night 22.7°C (2001-11-30).

Rain in November

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 17 days with 1 mm or more, 103 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest November was 2004 with 270 mm, the driest 2007 with 23 mm. Humidity averages 78%.

Sea temperature in November

The sea averages 28.2°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 27.9°C to 28.6°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (28.9°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.2 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:12 and sets about 17:32 local time in mid-November. Average cloud cover is 46%.

Is November a good time to visit Antigua?

It is a reasonable choice: hot days but expect showers. The best months for Antigua on our scoring are March, February, April; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Warm enough to swim, with little cooling after dark

The heat is fairly steady rather than extreme: days reaching 30°C are unusual, but humidity of 78% can make the warmth feel more tiring. Keep clothing light and breathable, and plan gentler activity around midday if you dislike humid heat. Evenings offer limited relief, so do not expect the temperature to drop enough for distinctly cool nights. Air-conditioned accommodation is a sensible preference if you struggle to sleep in warmth. The sea averages 28.2°C, making swimming a strong reason to go. For travellers who want warm water without relying on very high afternoon temperatures, November works well; the catch is the combination of humidity and warm nights.

Leave room in your plans for wet weather

Rain is the main compromise. With about 17 rainy days, it makes sense to leave outdoor plans movable rather than depend on a dry forecast throughout your stay. That figure does not tell you how long rain lasts, so it should not be read as a tally of days lost to bad weather. Sunshine averages about 6.1 hours out of 11.2 hours of daylight: there is a useful amount of sun, but clear skies are not a safe assumption. Pack a light waterproof and protect anything that needs to stay dry. November suits travellers who can enjoy the warmth while adjusting their plans, rather than those whose holiday depends on uninterrupted sun.