Weather in United Kingdom in November

November climate overview

Daytime highs across United Kingdom in November run from 10.4°C (London) to 11.5°C (Cornwall). Days over 25°C are rare anywhere in United Kingdom in November. Nights average 6.3°C; the coldest 10% of nights in London fall to 0°C or below.

Rainfall in November

Expect around 14 rainy days (1 mm or more) in November, with London the driest (11 days) and Cornwall the wettest (16 days). The wettest November at Cornwall between 1991 and 2020 was 2019 with 202 mm; the driest was 2004 with 21 mm.

Sea temperature

The sea averages 12.8°C around United Kingdom in November. That is cold for swimming without a wetsuit.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 2.3 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 8.7 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).

November against the rest of the year in United Kingdom

November is the 8th warmest month of the twelve in United Kingdom. It is 3.7°C cooler than October and 2.3°C cooler in December. The hottest month here is July (20°C) and the coolest January (8°C).

Which part of United Kingdom in November?

• Most sunshine: Cornwall, 2.3 h a day.
• Driest: London, about 11 rainy days.
• Warmest sea: Cornwall, 13°C.
• Hottest: Cornwall, 12°C by day.
• Coolest (better for walking and cities): London, 10°C.

What to pack for United Kingdom in November

Based on the averages: proper layers and a jacket - daytime highs average only 11°C; a warm layer for evenings, when it drops to around 6°C; a rain jacket - roughly 14 wet days.

Similar weather elsewhere in November

Within 1.5°C of United Kingdom's November daytime average: Verona (12°C), Lake Garda (12°C), Milan (11°C), New York (11°C, sea 12°C), Paris (11°C). See the full ranking for November.

Cornwall for milder weather, London for fewer rainy days

Cornwall is the milder choice among the destinations shown, with daytime temperatures of 12°C and nights around 8°C. That makes it a better fit if you want to spend time outdoors without quite such a cold start or finish to the day. The trade-off is rain: Cornwall averages 16 rainy days, compared with 11 in London. London is cooler at 10°C by day and 5°C at night, so warm layers matter more once you stop walking or head out in the evening. If avoiding rain is your priority, London has the better balance; if milder temperatures matter most, choose Cornwall, but keep outdoor plans adjustable.

Expect coat weather, limited sunshine and a cold sea

Pack for cool, damp conditions rather than relying on a mild afternoon. A waterproof outer layer, warm clothes underneath and shoes that cope with wet ground are sensible choices. With average sunshine of 2.3 hours, it helps to treat sunny spells as an opportunity rather than the basis of your itinerary. Keep time outdoors flexible and have an indoor alternative ready when rain arrives. The sea averages 13°C, including in Cornwall, so this is not a month to choose for comfortable, casual swimming. November suits travellers who do not mind dressing for the weather; it is a poor match for anyone whose holiday depends on warmth and prolonged sunshine.