Your November weather guide
CoolWeather in Florence in November
Florence in November is a reasonable choice for a cool-weather city break, but not for reliable sunshine. Daytime highs average 14°C, nights fall to around 7°C, and about 13 days have rain. Go if you are happy walking in layers and changing plans when it turns wet. The catch is that mild afternoons can give way to chilly evenings, so packing only for the daytime temperature would leave you underprepared.
Long-term climate averages for Florence, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Florence, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Florence.
- Average daytime high
- 14.0°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 18°C
- Average night-time low
- 6.8°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 1°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +3.6°C
- London averages 10.4°C in November
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 3.3h
- 35% of 9.4 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 13
- 128 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days over 25°C
- 0%
- none over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 23.0°C
- 2004-11-02
- Record low 1991-2020
- -3.6°C
- 1999-11-23
- Flight from London
- ≈ 2 h 12 min
- 1185 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How November compares
November is the 9th warmest month of the year in Florence and ranks 119th of 134 destinations we compare for November - see where else is hot in November. Within Italy it is 10th of 16 (Italy in November). Against London's average high of 10.4°C in November, Florence is 3.6°C warmer by day and 1.9°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in November
The typical November day in Florence peaks at 14.0°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 18.1°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 6.8°C; one night in ten drops to 0.8°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 23.0°C (2004-11-02) and the coldest night -3.6°C (1999-11-23).
Rain in November
Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 13 days with 1 mm or more, 128 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest November was 2000 with 328 mm, the driest 2007 with 28 mm. Humidity averages 84%.
Sunshine and daylight
Around 3.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 9.4 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:09 and sets about 16:50 local time in mid-November. Average cloud cover is 65%.
Is November a good time to visit Florence?
November is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Florence on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug.
Comfortable for walking, chilly after dark
The daytime temperature makes walking a more comfortable prospect than sitting outside for long stretches. Wear layers you can adjust, with a warm outer layer for evenings rather than relying on a light jumper. The warmer end of November can reach around 18°C, but that is a bonus, not a sensible basis for packing. At the colder end, nights can fall to around 1°C or below, making a scarf and warmer clothing useful if you expect to stay out late. This month suits travellers who prefer cool conditions and do not mind carrying an extra layer; it is a poor fit for anyone seeking dependable warmth.
Leave room for rain and short days
Rain is a meaningful part of the decision, not just something to mention in passing. With about 13 rainy days, a waterproof coat and shoes that cope with wet pavements are more useful than optimistic packing. Keep outdoor plans flexible and leave room for indoor breaks rather than committing to long stretches outside regardless of the forecast. Sunshine averages about 3.3 hours within 9.4 hours of daylight, so do not expect bright conditions throughout the day. Put the outdoor time you care about most into the brighter spells, and avoid leaving it all until late afternoon. November works best with that flexibility built into your plans.
A little perspective
Florence through the year
November is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9.4°C | 1.8°C | 3.4 | 67 | 10 | 0% |
| February | 10.6°C | 1.8°C | 4.5 | 76 | 10 | 0% |
| March | 14.3°C | 4.4°C | 5.3 | 72 | 10 | 0% |
| April | 17.7°C | 7.3°C | 5.8 | 82 | 12 | 1% |
| May | 21.9°C | 11.4°C | 6.9 | 74 | 10 | 19% |
| Junebest | 26.4°C | 15.6°C | 8.9 | 48 | 7 | 64% |
| Julybest | 29.7°C | 18.3°C | 10.8 | 29 | 4 | 92% |
| Augustbest | 29.9°C | 18.7°C | 9.6 | 33 | 5 | 92% |
| September | 24.7°C | 14.6°C | 6.9 | 85 | 9 | 46% |
| October | 19.4°C | 11.0°C | 4.6 | 113 | 12 | 4% |
| NovemberSelected | 14.0°C | 6.8°C | 3.3 | 128 | 13 | 0% |
| December | 10.1°C | 2.9°C | 3.4 | 97 | 12 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
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Spain · 14°C by day
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Bulgaria · 13°C by day · sea 14°C
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A little more detail
Florence in November FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Florence hot in November?
Florence is cool in November: the average daytime high is 14.0°C and nights average 6.8°C. Days over 25°C are rare in November.
How much does it rain in Florence in November?
Florence sees about 13 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 128 mm of rain in a typical November. The wettest November between 1991 and 2020 was 2000 (328 mm) and the driest was 2007 (28 mm).
How sunny is Florence in November?
Florence gets around 3.3 hours of sunshine a day in November out of 9.4 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Florence compare with the UK in November?
Florence is on average 3.6°C warmer than London by day in November (14.0°C against 10.4°C).
What is the hottest November on record in Florence?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest November day in Florence reached 23.0°C on 2004-11-02, and the coldest night dropped to -3.6°C on 1999-11-23.
Is Florence warmer than London in November?
Yes. Florence's average daytime high is 14°C, compared with 10.4°C in London, a difference of 3.6°C. That is a modest improvement rather than a change to warm-weather conditions. You will still want layers, rain protection and warmer clothing after dark.
Is November a good choice for warm, sunny weather?
No. November is cool and wet, with about 3.3 hours of sunshine a day. It suits a city break where warmth is not the priority. If weather is your main deciding factor, July, August and June are stronger choices for Florence.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid), 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Florence. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C