If you are thinking of traveling to Gothenburg in November, think and plan carefully. The average daytime high temperature is usually around +7°C, and there are only about 3 sunny days in total throughout the whole month. Pack for extremes to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+7°C
Avg. max. temperature
-12°C
Min.
+15°C
Max.
80 mm
Total precipitation
86%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Gothenburg has uncomfortable weather in November.
Average temperature in Gothenburg in November
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Gothenburg for November based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +11°C during the day to a minimum of -10°C during the night, the temperature in November averages around +5°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 29% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +5°C to -1°C.
Is Gothenburg warm or cold in November?
Gothenburg is typically cool in November.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +11°C to +7°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +6°C to +2°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 Gothenburg:
Water temperature in Gothenburg in November
Water in Gothenburg in November is Cold. It varies from +6°C to +12°C, with an average of +9°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +7°C.
In November, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Gothenburg are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +19°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +3°C.
Can you swim in Gothenburg in November?
We would not recommend swimming in Gothenburg in November, the water is very cold (+9°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
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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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 Gothenburg in November
Gothenburg weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
October
November
December
Avg. temperature
+11°C
+7°C
+3°C
Min. temperature
-8°C
-12°C
-18°C
Max. temperature
+20°C
+15°C
+11°C
Rainfall
106 mm
80 mm
67 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+12°C
+9°C
+6°C
Humidity
83%
86%
88%
Air pressure
1011 HPa
1010 HPa
1009 HPa
Sunny days
5
3
3
Cloudy days
7
8
9
Rainy days
18
16
12
Snowy days
0
3
7
November typically has worse weather conditions compared to October.It’s getting colder in November. From +11°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +7°C.As November arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 106 mm to 80 mm.Humidity rises from 83% to 86%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during November, staying around 4 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 5 sunny days in October to 3 in November.
December brings much the same weather, it remains bad.
Wind speed in Gothenburg in November based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 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 Gothenburg is gradually increasing during November, going from 2 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Gothenburg based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 40% chance of rain on an average day in November, with total rainfall of approximately 58 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 20 mm, which is considered light rain.November is a pretty wet month with over 12 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Gothenburg wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 58% chance of precipitation and 106 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 21% chance of precipitation and 39 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during November in Gothenburg based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 7% chance of snow on an average day in November, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 3 mm.
Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last November in Gothenburg?
This is the weather in Gothenburg in November 2023:
1 November
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+5°C
2 November
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+11°C
3 November
🌧️
+11°C
4 November
☁️
+10°C
5 November
🌧️
+9°C
6 November
☁️
+10°C
7 November
☁️
+10°C
8 November
☁️
+8°C
9 November
🌧️
+9°C
10 November
🌫️
+7°C
11 November
🌫️
+7°C
12 November
☀️
+8°C
13 November
🌫️
+4°C
14 November
☁️
+3°C
15 November
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+3°C
16 November
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+2°C
17 November
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+2°C
18 November
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+2°C
19 November
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+4°C
20 November
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+4°C
21 November
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+3°C
22 November
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+8°C
23 November
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+9°C
24 November
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+4°C
25 November
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0°C
26 November
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0°C
27 November
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-2°C
28 November
🌨️
-5°C
29 November
🌨️
-3°C
30 November
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-1°C
In November 2023 Gothenburg had 6 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +5°C, with an absolute maximum of +11°C and a minimum of -5°C. The average humidity was 90%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 59%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in November?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Gothenburg climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Gothenburg in November has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+8°C) and the highest in 2020 (+13°C). The driest year was 1996 with only 526 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2000 with 1351 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Gothenburg in November:
Is November a good time to visit Gothenburg?
There is never a bad time to go to Gothenburg, but the weather isn’t the best in November, so plan on enjoying the great indoor attractions of Gothenburg and pack for the extremes in weather.
Can you sunbathe in Gothenburg in November?
Not really, November is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Gothenburg in November?
Swimming in Gothenburg in November is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Gothenburg rainy in November?
Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg in November?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Gothenburg in November, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Gothenburg, 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.