Dorset Weather in November

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

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Thinking about venturing to Dorset, the United Kingdom 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 Dorset in November

Dorset, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. November in Dorset generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Bournemouth.

For specific regional insights in Dorset, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Thorncombe with an average of 76 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Christchurch with 119 mm (4.7 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Bournemouth receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Bournemouth receives around 77 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Dorset by month

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

January10°C (50°F) February10°C (50°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September19°C (66°F) October16°C (61°F) November13°C (55°F) December10°C (50°F)
Best Time to Visit Dorset →

Best Places to Visit in Dorset in November

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

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 Dorset

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

Temperature range in Dorset (November)

Precipitation variation in Dorset (November)

Bournemouth

In November Bournemouth generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
77 hours
54 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Bournemouth →

Weymouth

In November Weymouth generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
80 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Weymouth →

Poole

In November Poole generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
80 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Poole →

Lyme Regis

In November Lyme Regis generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
104 hours
70 hours
53 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Lyme Regis →

Swanage

In November Swanage generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
77 hours
54 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Swanage →

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Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bournemouth 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Weymouth 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Poole 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Lyme Regis 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Swanage 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Bridport 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)

Dorset weather in November: frequently asked questions

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

In November, Dorset, the United Kingdom generally has poor weather conditions. Bournemouth sees daytime temperatures near 13°C (55°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Bournemouth peak at roughly 13°C (55°F) in November, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

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

Dorset, the United Kingdom sees substantial rainfall in November. Bournemouth typically averages about 108 mm (4.3 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Bournemouth. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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