Cologne weather in November (North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany)

How is the weather in Cologne in November? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In November, Cologne generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 10°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 4°C.

Cologne in November usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. Typically around 17 days of rainfall is expected.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 60 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, November may not be the ideal month to visit Cologne. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cologne climate page with graphs.

 

Cologne, monthly averages in November

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 85 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
SunshineSunshine 60 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Germany in November

Find out more about the weather in Germany in November and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Cologne in November?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in November.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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