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Cardiff in November: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Cardiff in November will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Cardiff, based on historical data.
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November

Weather in Cardiff in November 2025

OK Weather
Cool
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Cardiff in November, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +11°C during the day and approximately 2 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 19 rainy days in the month and around 103 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+11°C
Avg. max. temperature
-7°C
Min.
+17°C
Max.
103 mm
Total precipitation
84%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
19 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Cardiff has OK weather in November.

Average temperature in Cardiff in November

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

Going from a maximum of +15°C during the day to a minimum of -2°C during the night, the temperature in November averages around +11°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 65% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +14°C to +3°C.

Is Cardiff warm or cold in November?

Cardiff is typically cool in November.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +15°C to +11°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +9°C to +6°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 Cardiff:

Water temperature in Cardiff in November

Water in Cardiff in November is Cold. It varies from +12°C to +15°C, with an average of +14°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +11°C.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Cardiff are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +17°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +8°C.

Can you swim in Cardiff in November?

We would not recommend swimming in Cardiff in November, the water is very cold (+14°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
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 Cardiff in November

Cardiff weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
OctoberNovemberDecember
Avg. temperature
+15°C+11°C+9°C
Min. temperature
-3°C-7°C-7°C
Max. temperature
+26°C+17°C+16°C
Rainfall
119 mm103 mm108 mm
Wind
4 m/s5 m/s5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+15°C+14°C+11°C
Humidity
82%84%85%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1012 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
222
Cloudy days
889
Rainy days
201918
Snowy days
001

November weather is still as ok as in October. It’s getting colder in November. From +15°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +11°C. As November arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 119 mm to 103 mm. Humidity rises from 82% to 84%. Winds are stronger in comparison to October, going up from 4 m/s to 5 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.

December brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

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

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Cardiff based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 67% chance of rain on an average day in November, with total rainfall of approximately 141 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 18 mm, which is considered light rain. November is a pretty wet month with over 20 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
November is one of the rainiest months in Cardiff, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Cardiff wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 65% chance of precipitation and 119 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 50% chance of precipitation and 63 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last November in Cardiff?

This is the weather in Cardiff in November 2023:
1 November
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+14°C
2 November
🌧️
+11°C
3 November
🌧️
+13°C
4 November
🌧️
+13°C
5 November
🌧️
+13°C
6 November
🌧️
+13°C
7 November
🌧️
+13°C
8 November
☁️
+12°C
9 November
🌧️
+9°C
10 November
☁️
+11°C
11 November
☀️
+10°C
12 November
🌧️
+11°C
13 November
🌧️
+15°C
14 November
🌧️
+13°C
15 November
☀️
+12°C
16 November
🌧️
+9°C
17 November
🌧️
+11°C
18 November
🌧️
+15°C
19 November
🌧️
+13°C
20 November
☁️
+12°C
21 November
☁️
+11°C
22 November
☁️
+12°C
23 November
☁️
+12°C
24 November
☁️
+12°C
25 November
☀️
+7°C
26 November
☁️
+10°C
27 November
🌧️
+11°C
28 November
☁️
+8°C
29 November
☁️
+7°C
30 November
☁️
+3°C
In November 2023 Cardiff had 3 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 16 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +11°C, with an absolute maximum of +15°C and a minimum of +3°C. The average humidity was 87%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 63%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+12°C) and the highest in 2022 (+16°C). The driest year was 2010 with only 736 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 1906 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Cardiff in November:

Is November a good time to visit Cardiff?

It’s always a good time to visit Cardiff, 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 Cardiff in November?

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

Can you swim in Cardiff in November?

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

Is Cardiff rainy in November?

Cardiff 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 Cardiff in November?

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

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Monthly weather in Cardiff

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Cardiff, 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.