What November feels like in Glasgow
Late autumn arrives in Glasgow with November. Days are chilly rather than freezing, and walking is comfortable with a proper jacket. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cold and the temperature hardly changes after dark. The air is damp, which makes cool temperatures feel colder, particularly in wind.
Rain in Glasgow in November
Rain is part of normal life this month, falling on about every other day. Wet days average about 7 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is close to Glasgow's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 6.5 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in November
Mid-month, Glasgow gets 8 h 21 min of daylight, from sunrise near 7:52 am to sunset near 4:12 pm. Evenings are drawing in — 2 h 13 min less daylight than mid-October. The sun is out for roughly 47% of those daylight hours, so sun and cloud share the day.
How November compares to the rest of the year
November is the 5th coolest month of the year in Glasgow. Compared with October, afternoons are 3.8°C (6.8°F) cooler, with 12 mm less rain. The cooling trend carries on into December. The next month's average high: 6.4°C (43.5°F).
Who November suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Hiking: less ideal — trails are cool.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Glasgow 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 Glasgow in November?
Expect around 8.5°C (47.3°F) in the afternoon and 3.8°C (38.8°F) at night, which most visitors would call chilly.
Does it rain a lot in Glasgow in November?
It does: about 16 rainy days bring roughly 112 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Glasgow in November?
The numbers point to rain protection and warm layers. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is November or December better for visiting Glasgow?
November, narrowly: it ranks #10 of 12 among Glasgow's months, against #12 for the other. December is cooler and has more rainy days.