What November feels like in Cologne
November is late autumn in Cologne. Afternoons feel chilly — fine for exploring on foot if you are dressed for it. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cold and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Cologne in November
November is persistently wet here: some rain falls on about every other day. Wet days average about 5.9 mm (0.2 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is close to Cologne's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 6 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in November
In mid-November, sunrise is at about 7:47 am and sunset at about 4:47 pm (local time) — 9 h of daylight. Compared with mid-October, the day has lost 1 h 49 min. Measured sunshine covers about 48% of the daylight — sun and cloud share the day.
How November compares to the rest of the year
In Cologne's temperature order, November sits as the 4th coolest month. Compared with October, afternoons are 5.4°C (9.7°F) cooler, with 9 mm more rain. December is cooler again. By December, typical highs are 6.7°C (44.1°F).
Who November suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — it is cold for long walks.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
Tips for visiting Cologne in November
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Warm Layers
A warm jacket, a hat and gloves for cold mornings and evenings.
Quick questions
How warm is Cologne in November?
Afternoons average 9.9°C (49.8°F) and nights about 4.9°C (40.8°F) — chilly by most people's standards. It is the 4th coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Cologne in November?
Quite a lot — 82 mm spread over about 14 days.
What should I wear in Cologne in November?
Pack rain protection and warm layers. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is November or December better for visiting Cologne?
November scores better on our climate ranking (#10 of 12 vs #12), rated Fair against Poor. December is cooler and has more rainy days.