What November feels like in Beijing
For Beijing, November is late autumn on the calendar. Afternoons feel chilly — fine for exploring on foot if you are dressed for it. After dark the temperature drops clearly: nights hover around freezing, so frost is common. Moderate humidity keeps the air pleasant.
Rain in Beijing in November
Rain is rare in November — most weeks pass without a wet day. Each rainy day adds about 8.1 mm (0.3 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. Across the year Beijing averages about 9.7 mm per rainy day, so November is typical.
Daylight and sunshine in November
Mid-month, Beijing gets 10 h 1 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:59 am to sunset near 5:00 pm. Evenings are drawing in — 1 h 12 min less daylight than mid-October. The sun is out for roughly 78% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How November compares to the rest of the year
November is the 4th coolest month of the year in Beijing. Compared with October, afternoons are 8.9°C (16°F) cooler, with 17 mm less rain. Temperatures keep falling into December. By December, typical highs are 3°C (37.4°F).
Who November suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
Tips for visiting Beijing in November
Versatile Layers
Days are noticeably warmer than nights — layers you can add or remove.
Warm Layers
A warm jacket, a hat and gloves for cold mornings and evenings.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Beijing in November?
It feels chilly: typical highs are 10.2°C (50.4°F), with lows near -0.4°C (31.3°F).
Does it rain a lot in Beijing in November?
No — November is one of the drier times, with about 2 rainy days and 16 mm in total.
What should I wear in Beijing in November?
Pack versatile layers, warm layers and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is November or December better for visiting Beijing?
On our 12-month climate ranking, November comes out ahead (#9 of 12 vs #12). December is cooler and has fewer rainy days.