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Cumbria Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cumbria, the United Kingdom in November.

Planning a trip to Cumbria, the United Kingdom this November? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Cumbria in November

Cumbria, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. November in Cumbria 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 Kirkby Stephen to 11°C (52°F) in Barrow in Furness. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Barrow in Furness and 3°C (37°F) in Kirkby Stephen.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Cumbria, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Gilsland with an average of 91 mm (3.6 in) to heavy rainfall in St Bees with 180 mm (7.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during November. Windermere experiences about 62 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Cumbria by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Cumbria in November

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

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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 Cumbria

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Cumbria, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Cumbria (November)

Precipitation variation in Cumbria (November)

Windermere

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

October
November
December
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
62 hours
49 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Keswick

In November Keswick generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°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
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Bowness-on-Windermere

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

October
November
December
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
62 hours
49 hours
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Ambleside

In November Ambleside generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°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
13°C (55°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
97 hours
62 hours
49 hours
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Penrith

In November Penrith generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Windermere 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Keswick 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Bowness-on-Windermere 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Ambleside 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Penrith 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Kendal 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)

Cumbria weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cumbria, the United Kingdom in November?

Expect poor weather across Cumbria, the United Kingdom in November. The popular destination of Windermere averages 10°C (50°F) by day and 5°C (41°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Cumbria, the United Kingdom in November?

Daytime temperatures in Windermere peak at roughly 10°C (50°F) in November, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

Does Cumbria, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in November?

Yes, November tends to be a wetter month in Cumbria, the United Kingdom. Average rainfall in Windermere sits around 148 mm (5.8 in).

Is November a Good Time to Visit Cumbria, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Windermere, November may not be the ideal time to visit Cumbria, the United Kingdom.

Generally speaking, May, July and August provide tolerable weather in Windermere. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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