Weather in Vienna in November

How November compares

November is the 9th warmest month of the year in Vienna. Against London's average high of 10.4°C in November, Vienna is 1.8°C cooler by day and 2.1°C cooler at night.

Daytime and night-time in November

The typical November day in Vienna peaks at 8.6°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 14.4°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 2.8°C; one night in ten drops to -2.4°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest November day here reached 20.8°C (2020-11-03) and the coldest night -11.4°C (1993-11-23).

Rain in November

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 9 days with 1 mm or more, 44 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest November was 1997 with 78 mm, the driest 2011 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 83%.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 2.4 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 9.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:02 and sets about 16:17 local time in mid-November. Average cloud cover is 73%.

Is November a good time to visit Vienna?

November is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Vienna on our scoring are August, July, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug.

Pack for cold evenings, not just cool afternoons

The daytime average is manageable with a warm coat and layers, but staying outside into the evening calls for more care. Pack a scarf, gloves and comfortable closed shoes rather than relying on a light jacket. Milder days can reach 14.4°C or more, so removable layers are useful, but that is not the weather to build your plans around. At the colder end, nights can fall to -2.4°C or below. If you enjoy walking in cool weather and taking indoor breaks, November can work well. If sitting outside comfortably is central to your holiday, the cold is a clear drawback.

Use the daylight and leave room for rain

With about 9 hours of daylight, it makes sense to put your outdoor plans earlier in the day and leave indoor time for later. Limited sunshine means you should not assume that a dry afternoon will also be bright. There are about 9 rainy days during the month, so a waterproof outer layer and shoes that cope with wet pavements are sensible choices. Rain need not rule out a visit, but a rigid schedule of outdoor activities is a poor fit. Keep plans easy to rearrange and use dry spells when they arrive, rather than depending on clear skies throughout your stay.