What November feels like in Chengdu
In Chengdu, November brings late autumn. Afternoons are cool, pleasant for walking as long as you keep a layer on. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cool and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Chengdu in November
Rain turns up now and then — about one day in 6. When it rains, it is usually light: about 3.9 mm (0.2 in) per rainy day, more drizzle than downpour. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 8.4 mm per rainy day.
Daylight and sunshine in November
On 15 November the sun rises at about 7:30 am and sets around 6:08 pm local time, giving 10 h 38 min of daylight. Days are getting shorter: 51 min less daylight than in mid-October. About 48% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, sun and cloud share the day.
How November compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, November comes out as the 4th coolest month in Chengdu. Compared with October, afternoons are 4.7°C (8.5°F) cooler, with 37 mm less rain. December is cooler again. The next month's average high: 11.5°C (52.7°F).
Who November suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — comfortable enough to explore on foot all day.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
Tips for visiting Chengdu in November
Light Jacket
A light jacket or knit layer is enough for most of the day.
Quick questions
How warm is Chengdu in November?
It feels cool: typical highs are 16.5°C (61.7°F), with lows near 10.2°C (50.4°F).
Does it rain a lot in Chengdu in November?
Only moderately: roughly 5 wet days and 19 mm, usually light showers.
What should I wear in Chengdu in November?
Pack a light jacket. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is November or December better for visiting Chengdu?
November, clearly: it ranks #1 of 12 among Chengdu's months, against #7 for the other. December is cooler and has fewer rainy days.