01Weather
Beijing weather in November
Afternoons in November average 12.0 °C (54 °F) and nights cool to -0.3 °C (31 °F). The month brings about 25 mm (1.0 in) of rain spread over roughly 2 days. Compared with October it is 7.7 °C cooler; December is 7.1 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical November | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 18 °C / 64 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 5 °C / 42 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | -6 °C / 21 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 17.8 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 8 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest November day 2016–2025 | 22.6 °C / -11.0 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 November | 06:43 | 17:11 | 10.5 h |
| 15 November | 07:00 | 16:57 | 10.0 h |
| 30 November | 07:16 | 16:49 | 9.5 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 60 minutes over the month. Times are local (Asia/Shanghai).
03Crowds
How busy Beijing is in November
moderate The main sights are moderate in November. What drives it:
- first cold snaps
- heating season starts 15 November
- clear skies
04Public holidays
Public holidays in November 2026
No public holidays in China fall in November, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in Beijing in November
No major recurring events fall in November.
07Packing
What to pack for Beijing in November
- a warm jacket or coat
- scarf for windy evenings
- closed, water-resistant shoes
- gloves: frost on about 18 mornings
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
November is cold and clear, with afternoons around 10 °C, the last foliage in the first week at the Fragrant Hills and the ginkgo avenues, the heating season starting on 15 November and the first chance of snow. Crowds fall away and rates drop. Air quality can dip on still days once heating begins; check the index. Rain or snow falls on about three days. Pack a warm coat.
The Great Wall is empty on weekdays and the light is sharp. The Forbidden City is quiet. The Singles' Day sales on 11 November fill the malls. The Beijing Marathon falls in early November in some years. Daylight runs from about seven to five. For the cold, dry, quiet month with ice skating on Houhai, see December.
09Compare
Beijing month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4 °C | -9 °C | 0 | – | quiet | Good |
| February | 7 °C | -6 °C | 3 | – | moderate | Good |
| March | 16 °C | 2 °C | 4 | – | moderate | Good |
| April | 23 °C | 8 °C | 4 | – | busy | Excellent |
| May | 29 °C | 14 °C | 6 | – | very busy | Good |
| June | 33 °C | 20 °C | 9 | – | busy | Mixed |
| July | 33 °C | 23 °C | 12 | – | busy | Mixed |
| August | 32 °C | 22 °C | 10 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| September | 28 °C | 16 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 20 °C | 7 °C | 5 | – | very busy | Good |
| November | 12 °C | 0 °C | 2 | – | moderate | Good |
| December | 5 °C | -8 °C | 1 | – | quiet | Good |
Not sure about November? See the best time to visit Beijing.
10Elsewhere
November in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Seoul in November | 13 °C | – |
| Shanghai in November | 19 °C | 10 |
| Kyoto in November | 18 °C | 7 |
| Tokyo in November | 17 °C | 8 |
| Bangkok in November | 33 °C | – |
| Singapore in November | 31 °C | 18 |
11FAQ
Beijing in November: your questions
Is November a good time to visit Beijing?
November is a good month to visit Beijing. Daytime highs average 12 °C (54 °F), rain falls on about 2 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are moderate.
What is the weather like in Beijing in November?
Expect cool days around 12 °C (54 °F) and nights near -0 °C (31 °F). One November in ten brings afternoons above 18 °C, and one in ten stays below 5 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Beijing in November?
November brings about 25 mm (1.0 in) of rain over roughly 2 days, which is dry by Beijing standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 8 percent.
What should I wear in Beijing in November?
Pack a warm jacket or coat, scarf for windy evenings, closed, water-resistant shoes.
Is Beijing crowded in November?
The main sights are moderate in November. Main drivers: first cold snaps; heating season starts 15 November; clear skies.
What time does it get dark in Beijing in November?
Around the middle of November the sun sets at about 16:57 and rises at 07:00, giving 10.0 hours of daylight.