Weather in Costa Brava in November

How November compares

November is the 8th warmest month of the year in Costa Brava. Within Spain it is 83rd of 87 (Spain in November). Against London's average high of 10.4°C in November, Costa Brava is 5.6°C warmer by day and 3.9°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in November

The typical November day in Costa Brava peaks at 16.0°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 19.6°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 8.8°C; one night in ten drops to 4.5°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 23.3°C (2013-11-08) and the coldest night -1.9°C (1999-11-22).

Rain in November

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 8 days with 1 mm or more, 69 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest November was 2011 with 191 mm, the driest 2006 with 9 mm. Humidity averages 78%.

Sea temperature in November

The sea averages 17.0°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 16.1°C to 18.1°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (24.8°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 9.6 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:38 and sets about 17:29 local time in mid-November. Average cloud cover is 53%.

Is November a good time to visit Costa Brava?

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

Mild afternoons, but pack for cold evenings

The daytime average is useful walking weather, provided you dress for autumn rather than summer. A warmer afternoon can reach around 20°C, so removable layers make more sense than a heavy outfit you cannot adjust. The catch comes after dark: the coldest nights can fall to around 5°C or below, making a warm jacket sensible for evenings out. Pack long trousers, closed shoes and something warm to wear beneath a waterproof outer layer. November is not a reliable choice for heat, even when the sun appears. If warmth is your main reason for travelling, June, July or August are better months to consider.

Keep outdoor plans flexible

Rain is a meaningful part of the November trade-off, with about 8 rainy days during the month. That does not mean every day is a washout, but a schedule built entirely around being outdoors is a gamble. Bring a waterproof jacket and shoes you can comfortably wear in wet conditions, and leave room to move outdoor plans to a better forecast. Sunshine averages about 4.5 hours within 9.6 hours of daylight, so start outings early rather than relying on a long afternoon. There is scope for pleasant time outside, but think of sunshine as an opportunity to use, not a promise for each day.