France weather in November
Are you planning a trip to France in November and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in France in November?
The weather in France in November can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very cold to moderate and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Aussois at 1°C (33°F) to moderate in Bonifacio at 18°C (64°F). At night it cools down to 14°C (56°F) in Bonifacio and -8°C (17°F) in Aussois.
In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Breux-sur-Avre with an average of 60mm (2.3 inches) to heavy rainfall in Joyeuse with 195mm (7.7 inches). Paris experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 75 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of France in November, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our France climate page.
Where to go in France in November
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What is the weather like in November for the 5 most popular destinations in France?
Average weather in Paris
In November Paris generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (53°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Cannes
In November Cannes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (51°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Nice
In November Nice generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (60°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Lyon
In November Lyon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (53°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (40°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
In November Chamonix-Mont-Blanc generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is November the best time to visit France?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Paris, November may not be the ideal time to visit France.
On average, the best time to visit France is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Paris. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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