Orkney weather in November (Orkney Islands, United Kingdom)

Curious about the climate in Orkney this November? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In November, Orkney usually has low temperatures and high rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 11°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 8°C.

Precipitation

Orkney in November usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 140 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 24 days of rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 38 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, November may not be the ideal month to visit Orkney. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Orkney, monthly averages in November

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 11°C  

Chance of Rain 80%  

Precipitation 140 mm  

Rainy days 24 days  

Sunshine 38 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kirkwall, the United Kingdom (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in November

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

5/10

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