Scotland

Scotland Weather in November

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Scotland in November and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Scotland in November

November in Scotland generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 9°C (48°F) in Inverinate to 12°C (54°F) in Bowmore. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Bowmore and 4°C (39°F) in Inverinate.

For specific regional insights in Scotland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Edinburgh with an average of 82 mm (3.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Mallaig with 261 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in November. Edinburgh sees roughly 70 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

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Best Places to Visit in Scotland in November

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Scotland

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

Temperature range in Scotland (November)

Precipitation variation in Scotland (November)

Edinburgh

In November Edinburgh generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
101 hours
70 hours
48 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Edinburgh →

Aberdeen

In November Aberdeen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
94 hours
69 hours
48 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Aberdeen →

Oban

In November Oban generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
46 hours
31 hours
Monthly rainfall
242 mm (9.5 in)
231 mm (9.1 in)
247 mm (9.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
22 days
23 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Oban →

Dundee

In November Dundee generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
94 hours
67 hours
45 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Dundee →

Shetland

In November Shetland generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
69 hours
35 hours
18 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
25 days
27 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Shetland →

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In our records: Scotland November extremes

Notable November records observed across cities in Scotland 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 Scotland brought 258 mm (10 in) in Aberdeen on November 22, 1979.

Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Edinburgh 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Aberdeen 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Oban 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 231 mm (9.1 in)
Dundee 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Balmacara 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 204 mm (8 in)
Shetland 11°C (52°F) 7°C (45°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)

Scotland weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Scotland in November?

Expect poor weather across Scotland in November. The popular destination of Edinburgh averages 10°C (50°F) by day and 4°C (39°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Scotland in November?

Edinburgh averages a daytime maximum of 10°C (50°F) in November, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

Does Scotland get a lot of rain in November?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Scotland during November, with Edinburgh averaging close to 82 mm (3.2 in).

Is November a Good Time to Visit Scotland?

In our view, November might not be the best time to travel to Scotland with often poor weather in Edinburgh.

On average, the best time to visit Scotland is in June, July and August with generally pleasant weather in Edinburgh. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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