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Weather in November in Highlands

Considering a trip to Highlands this November and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What is the weather like in Highlands in November?

Highlands is a region in the United Kingdom. November in Highlands generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C in Kingussie to 12°C in Hallin. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C in Hallin and 2°C in Kingussie.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Balintore with an average of 73 mm to heavy rainfall in Arisaig with 244 mm.

Average sunshine

Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 48 hours of sunlight in Inverness. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.

For specific regional insights in Highlands for November, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Highlands climate page.

Where to go in Highlands in November

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Highlands on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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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).

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in November for the 5 most popular destinations in Highlands?

Inverness

In November Inverness generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Inverness
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<<   October October
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13°C 
6°C 
86 hours 
96 mm 
19 days 
9°C 
3°C 
48 hours 
85 mm 
19 days 
poor 
7°C 
1°C 
27 hours 
92 mm 
20 days 
poor 
Climate in Inverness

Fort William

In November Fort William generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Fort William
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<<   October October
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12°C 
5°C 
75 hours 
198 mm 
24 days 
poor 
9°C 
3°C 
46 hours 
186 mm 
23 days 
poor 
6°C 
1°C 
31 hours 
213 mm 
24 days 
poor 
Climate in Fort William

Aviemore

In November Aviemore generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Aviemore
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<<   October October
<<  
11°C 
4°C 
86 hours 
104 mm 
21 days 
poor 
8°C 
2°C 
48 hours 
95 mm 
21 days 
poor 
5°C 
-1°C 
27 hours 
100 mm 
22 days 
poor 
Climate in Aviemore

Fort Augustus

In November Fort Augustus generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Fort Augustus
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<<   October October
<<  
11°C 
5°C 
86 hours 
137 mm 
23 days 
poor 
8°C 
2°C 
48 hours 
130 mm 
23 days 
poor 
6°C 
0°C 
27 hours 
150 mm 
24 days 
poor 
Climate in Fort Augustus

Nairn

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

Nairn
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<<   October October
<<  
13°C 
7°C 
86 hours 
91 mm 
19 days 
10°C 
4°C 
48 hours 
77 mm 
19 days 
poor 
8°C 
2°C 
27 hours 
76 mm 
19 days 
poor 
Climate in Nairn

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Highlands, in the United Kingdom.

Is November the best time to visit Highlands?

In our opinion, November may not be the ideal time to visit Highlands due to the typically poor weather in Inverness.

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

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