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Belfast in November: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Belfast in November and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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November

Weather in Belfast in November 2024

OK Weather
Cool
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
November could be a good time to visit Belfast, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +10°C, and there are typically 1 sunny days in November. However, expect about 18 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 82 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+10°C
Avg. max. temperature
-6°C
Min.
+18°C
Max.
82 mm
Total precipitation
85%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Belfast has OK weather in November.

Average temperature in Belfast in November

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Belfast for November based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in November is +10°C with a maximum of +14°C and a minimum of -1°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 40% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +12°C to +6°C.

Is Belfast warm or cold in November?

Belfast is typically cool in November.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +13°C to +10°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +8°C to +5°C.

Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

Take a look at how November is compared to other months in Belfast:

Water temperature in Belfast in November

Water in Belfast in November is Cold. It varies from +11°C to +13°C, with an average of +12°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +10°C.

In November, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Belfast are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +14°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +8°C.

Can you swim in Belfast in November?

We would not recommend swimming in Belfast in November, the water is very cold (+12°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Belfast in November

Belfast weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
OctoberNovemberDecember
Avg. temperature
+13°C+10°C+8°C
Min. temperature
-2°C-6°C-13°C
Max. temperature
+21°C+18°C+15°C
Rainfall
91 mm82 mm84 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+13°C+12°C+11°C
Humidity
84%85%87%
Air pressure
1009 HPa1009 HPa1009 HPa
Sunny days
111
Cloudy days
111011
Rainy days
191818
Snowy days
001

November weather is still as ok as in October. It’s getting colder in November. From +13°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +10°C. As November arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 91 mm to 82 mm. Humidity rises from 84% to 85%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during November, staying around 4 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.

December brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Belfast in November based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Belfast is gradually decreasing during November, going from 6 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Belfast based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in November is about 69 mm, with a 43% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 18 mm, which is considered light rain. November is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
November is one of the rainiest months in Belfast, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Belfast wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 91 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 60% chance of precipitation and 60 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last November in Belfast?

This is the weather in Belfast in November 2023:
1 November
🌧️
+12°C
2 November
☁️
+11°C
3 November
☁️
+12°C
4 November
🌧️
+11°C
5 November
☀️
+11°C
6 November
☁️
+11°C
7 November
☀️
+11°C
8 November
☁️
+11°C
9 November
☀️
+8°C
10 November
☁️
+11°C
11 November
☁️
+9°C
12 November
🌧️
+9°C
13 November
🌧️
+12°C
14 November
☁️
+12°C
15 November
☁️
+11°C
16 November
☁️
+9°C
17 November
☁️
+9°C
18 November
🌧️
+14°C
19 November
🌧️
+13°C
20 November
☁️
+11°C
21 November
☁️
+10°C
22 November
☁️
+13°C
23 November
☁️
+14°C
24 November
☁️
+9°C
25 November
☁️
+7°C
26 November
🌫️
+10°C
27 November
☁️
+9°C
28 November
☁️
+8°C
29 November
☁️
+5°C
30 November
☁️
+6°C
In November 2023 Belfast had 3 sunny days, 20 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +10°C, with an absolute maximum of +14°C and a minimum of +5°C. The average humidity was 87%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 65%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Belfast climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Belfast in November has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+11°C) and the highest in 1995 (+14°C). The driest year was 2003 with only 711 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1255 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Belfast in November:

Is November a good time to visit Belfast?

It’s always a good time to visit Belfast, but the weather is changeable in November, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Belfast in November?

Not really, November is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Belfast in November?

Swimming in Belfast in November is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Belfast rainy in November?

Belfast is often rainy in November. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Belfast in November?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Belfast in November, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in United Kingdom

Check out the weather for other cities in United Kingdom.

Monthly weather in Belfast

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Belfast, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.