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France Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in France in November.

Thinking about venturing to France this November and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in France in November

The weather in France in November can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very cold to mild and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Aussois at 1°C (34°F) to mild in Bonifacio at 18°C (64°F). At night it cools down to 14°C (57°F) in Bonifacio and -8°C (18°F) in Aussois.

For a closer look at conditions across France, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Breux-sur-Avre with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Joyeuse with 195 mm (7.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Paris receives about 75 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore France by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in France — and find the best time to visit. (based on Paris)

Best Places to Visit in France in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across France.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in France

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in France?

Temperature range in France (November)

Precipitation variation in France (November)

Paris

In November Paris generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
126 hours
75 hours
58 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Cannes

In November Cannes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
156 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Nice

In November Nice generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
156 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Lyon

In November Lyon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
130 hours
75 hours
54 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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.

October
November
December
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
100 hours
75 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: France November extremes

Notable November records observed across cities in France in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest November day in France brought 268 mm (11 in) in Carcassonne on November 30, 1993.

Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in France in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Paris 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Cannes 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Lyon 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc 3°C (37°F) -7°C (19°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Marseille 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Biarritz 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 172 mm (6.8 in)

France weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in France in November?

In November, France generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Paris sees daytime temperatures near 12°C (54°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in France in November?

Paris averages a daytime maximum of 12°C (54°F) in November, with overnight lows close to 5°C (41°F).

Does France get a lot of rain in November?

November is on the drier side in France. Paris averages only about 65 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is November a Good 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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