Where to go in November for sun: 18 guaranteed destinations
Where to go in November for sun: 18 guaranteed destinations
November is the month to leave Europe to find sunshine. Cape Verde, Egypt, and Senegal guarantee 27 to 30 degrees Celsius with still warm water, while the Mediterranean has definitely transitioned into autumn.
It's also the best month of the year for Thailand and Mexico, both emerging from their rainy season. Conversely, the Antilles are concluding their hurricane season, which officially ends on November 30th.
| Type of November trip | Example countries | Average temperature | Main advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun within 6 hours flight | Cape Verde, Egypt, Senegal | 27 to 30 degrees Celsius | Swimming and diving all year round |
| Asia at the beginning of the dry season | Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia | 28 to 32 degrees Celsius | End of monsoon, clear skies |
| Indian Ocean in austral summer | Mauritius, Réunion, Madagascar | 27 to 29 degrees Celsius | Water at 27 degrees Celsius, before cyclones |
| Areas to avoid in November | Antilles, Sri Lanka, Northern Europe | Variable | End of hurricane season and monsoon |
Where to go in November for sun
Three destinations guarantee sunshine without crossing the globe: Cape Verde, Egypt, and Senegal. All three combine stable warmth, low risk of rain, and water suitable for swimming in the late European off-season.
Cape Verde is the benchmark for the month. The archipelago boasts a constant 27 degrees Celsius and water at 26 degrees, with trade winds that make the heat very bearable. Sal and Boa Vista are suitable for beach relaxation, while Santo Antão is perfect for hiking on spectacular terrain.
Egypt offers the best price-to-diving ratio in the world during this period. Hurghada and Marsa Alam maintain 28 degrees Celsius with the Red Sea at 26 degrees and exceptional underwater visibility. Senegal, at the same flight distance, offers 30 dry degrees and a very different cultural escape.
Areas to avoid in November
The Antilles remain in hurricane season until November 30th. Guadeloupe and Martinique become excellent from December, when the dry season begins, but November remains a transition month with possible rain. Our guide for traveling in January covers this ideal Caribbean window.
Sri Lanka and Southeast India are in the midst of the northeast monsoon. In Europe, the north and west enter their greyest period, with reduced sunshine and frequent precipitation from the UK to the Netherlands.
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Where to go in November in Asia
November is the best month of the year for mainland Southeast Asia. The monsoon recedes, skies clear, and temperatures become bearable again, before the tourist influx of December and holiday prices.
Thailand enters its dry season. Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and the Andaman Sea islands enjoy clear skies and water at 29 degrees Celsius. It's also the time of the lantern festival, one of the most photogenic moments of the year.
Vietnam and Cambodia follow the same pattern. The rice paddies of northern Vietnam are still green, Angkor can be visited without the crushing heat of spring, and water levels remain high after the monsoon, which enhances the temples and lakes.
However, these destinations require anticipating formalities, some requiring a visa or specific passport validity. Up-to-date entry conditions can be checked on the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs travel advice website.
Where to go in November on a budget
November is statistically one of the two cheapest months of the year, along with January. Demand is at its lowest between All Saints' Day and the holidays, which drives down airfare and hotel rates for almost all destinations.
Morocco, Egypt, and Tunisia form the most accessible trio for a warm getaway. Marrakech maintains 22 degrees Celsius during the day for a very contained budget, and flights to the Maghreb drop to levels not seen again until the following autumn.
- Book outside the November 11th weekend, the only price peak of the month
- Aim for the first fortnight, before prices rise due to the holidays
- Prefer Cape Verde to the Antilles, the weather is more reliable for a similar price
- Travel during the week, the difference from a Friday departure often exceeds 30 percent
- Travel with cabin baggage only on short flights to avoid checked baggage fees
Where to go in November for a short trip
For three or four days, the logic changes: flight time becomes the decisive criterion. There's no point in aiming for a long-haul flight for an extended weekend; the journey would consume half the trip.
The Canaries remain the best short-distance option, with 24 degrees Celsius and water at 22 degrees, four hours away by flight. Madeira offers a comparable climate with spectacular terrain for hiking. Both archipelagos are served all year round from major French airports.
For city breaks, November is perfect for Seville, Malaga, Rome, or Athens, where you can enjoy 18 to 22 degrees Celsius without any crowds. It's also the beginning of Christmas markets in Central Europe, from the end of the month.
Where to go in November as a couple or family
Without school holidays, November is particularly suitable for couple trips, with deserted tourist sites and low prices. Usually saturated destinations regain an intimacy they don't have at any other time of the year.
Mauritius is the sure bet for the month for a special occasion. The austral summer sets in, with 29 degrees Celsius and water at 27 degrees, before the hurricane season truly begins in January. The Seychelles offer comparable conditions for diving.
For a family getaway on an extended weekend, it's better to stick to short flights. Sicily, Andalusia, and the Canaries allow for a four-day trip without jet lag or excessive fatigue for children.
Which suitcase to choose for a November trip
November poses the opposite problem to summer: you travel from a cold country to a warm one. You therefore need to manage a coat and winter clothes for the journey, in addition to the light wardrobe for the stay, which unnecessarily consumes space.
The trick is to wear the bulkiest clothes on the plane rather than packing them. For the rest, a week-long format remains the most versatile for one to two weeks. Our guide on what to pack in your suitcase for a week details the distribution to plan.
For long-haul flights to Asia or the Indian Ocean, robustness is key, as luggage undergoes multiple manipulations and often a transfer. A hard shell better protects diving or camera equipment. To prepare for the rest of the season, our guide for traveling in February allows you to compare climatic windows.
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Frequently asked questions about November travel
What is the best destination for November?
Cape Verde offers the best reliability, with a constant 27 degrees Celsius and water at 26 degrees. For a longer trip, Thailand enters its dry season and experiences its best month of the year.
Where to go in November in Europe for pleasant weather?
The Canaries and Madeira are the only ones to guarantee genuinely mild weather, around 24 degrees Celsius. On the continent, Andalusia and Sicily hold 18 to 22 degrees, sufficient for visiting but no longer for swimming.
Where to go for sun in November on a budget?
Morocco, Egypt, and Tunisia are the most accessible. November being one of the two cheapest months of the year, airfares drop to their lowest between All Saints' Day and the holidays.
What are the best destinations for a couple's trip in November?
Mauritius and the Seychelles come out on top, in the midst of the austral summer and before the cyclone season. With no school holidays, tourist sites are deserted, making the month ideal for a trip for two.
Where to go in November for a short 3 or 4-day trip?
The Canaries and Madeira are best positioned, four hours away by flight for 24 degrees Celsius. For a city break, Seville, Malaga, Rome, and Athens offer 18 to 22 degrees without any crowds.
Can you go to the Antilles in November?
It's possible but risky at the beginning of the month, as the hurricane season doesn't end until November 30th. Guadeloupe and Martinique become excellent from December, with the start of the dry season.
Which countries should be avoided in November?
Sri Lanka and Southeast India are experiencing the northeast monsoon. The Antilles remain exposed until the end of November, and Northern Europe enters its greyest period of the year.
Where to go diving in November?
The Egyptian Red Sea offers the best value for money, with water at 26 degrees Celsius and optimal visibility. The Seychelles and Mauritius are also suitable, at the beginning of the austral summer.
