01Weather
Kyoto weather in November
Afternoons in November average 18.2 °C (65 °F) and nights cool to 9.5 °C (49 °F). The month brings about 73 mm (2.9 in) of rain spread over roughly 7 days. Compared with October it is 5.6 °C cooler; December is 6.3 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical November | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 23 °C / 73 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 14 °C / 57 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 6 °C / 42 °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) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 22 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest November day 2016–2025 | 26.9 °C / 2.3 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 November | 06:18 | 17:02 | 10.7 h |
| 15 November | 06:31 | 16:51 | 10.3 h |
| 30 November | 06:45 | 16:45 | 10.0 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 42 minutes over the month. Times are local (Asia/Tokyo).
03Crowds
How busy Kyoto is in November
very busy The main sights are very busy in November. What drives it:
- autumn leaves peak in the last two weeks
- temple night illuminations
- Culture Day
04Public holidays
Public holidays in November 2026
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 3 Nov 2026 | Culture Day |
| 23 Nov 2026 | Labour Thanksgiving Day |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Kyoto in November
Every year in November
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn leaves (koyo) | mid-November to early December, Tofukuji, Eikando, Arashiyama | seasonal |
07Packing
What to pack for Kyoto in November
- layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings
- comfortable walking shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
November is the autumn-leaf peak, with afternoons around 17 °C, Tofukuji, Eikando and Arashiyama at their reddest in the last two weeks and evening illuminations at Kodaiji, Eikando and Kiyomizu-dera. It is as crowded and expensive as cherry-blossom season. Culture Day on 3 November and Labour Thanksgiving Day on 23 November are holidays. Rain falls on about seven days, the driest month of autumn.
The Gion Odori dances run in early November, and the Arashiyama Momiji Matsuri boat festival falls on the second Sunday. The Tofukuji bridge is a one-way crowd by mid-morning; arrive at opening. Daylight runs from about half past six to five. For the last foliage, the Arashiyama lanterns and the year-end closures, see December.
09Compare
Kyoto month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10 °C | 2 °C | 6 | – | quiet | Good |
| February | 11 °C | 2 °C | 8 | – | quiet | Good |
| March | 16 °C | 6 °C | 9 | – | busy | Mixed |
| April | 21 °C | 10 °C | 9 | – | very busy | Good |
| May | 25 °C | 15 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 29 °C | 20 °C | 11 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| July | 33 °C | 25 °C | 13 | – | busy | Mixed |
| August | 34 °C | 26 °C | 8 | – | busy | Good |
| September | 30 °C | 23 °C | 10 | – | moderate | Good |
| October | 24 °C | 16 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 18 °C | 10 °C | 7 | – | very busy | Good |
| December | 12 °C | 4 °C | 7 | – | moderate | Good |
Not sure about November? See the best time to visit Kyoto.
10Elsewhere
November in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo in November | 17 °C | 8 |
| Seoul in November | 13 °C | – |
| Shanghai in November | 19 °C | 10 |
| Beijing in November | 12 °C | 2 |
| Bangkok in November | 33 °C | – |
| Singapore in November | 31 °C | 18 |
11FAQ
Kyoto in November: your questions
Is November a good time to visit Kyoto?
November is a good month to visit Kyoto. Daytime highs average 18 °C (65 °F), rain falls on about 7 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are very busy.
What is the weather like in Kyoto in November?
Expect mild days around 18 °C (65 °F) and nights near 10 °C (49 °F). One November in ten brings afternoons above 23 °C, and one in ten stays below 14 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Kyoto in November?
November brings about 73 mm (2.9 in) of rain over roughly 7 days, which is fairly dry by Kyoto standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 22 percent.
What should I wear in Kyoto in November?
Pack layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, a compact umbrella for occasional showers.
Is Kyoto crowded in November?
The main sights are very busy in November. Main drivers: autumn leaves peak in the last two weeks; temple night illuminations; Culture Day.
What time does it get dark in Kyoto in November?
Around the middle of November the sun sets at about 16:51 and rises at 06:31, giving 10.3 hours of daylight.