Month guide · Glasgow · United Kingdom
Glasgow in November
What November is really like in Glasgow: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
November is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 9°C (48°F), lows of 3°C (37°F), about 15 rainy days and roughly 8.1 hours of daylight. Dark and damp, but Christmas lights and markets start to appear late in the month.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 9°C (48°F) / 3°C (37°F)
- Rainy days
- About 15
- Daylight
- About 8.1 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in November
November is the 9th-warmest month in Glasgow: days average 9°C (48°F) against a yearly average high of 13°C (55°F), and nights fall to about 3°C (37°F). Rain falls on roughly 15 of its 30 days. Compared with October (13°C (55°F)), November is cooler; by December highs drop to around 7°C (45°F).
- Sunrise (15 November)
- About 07:54
- Sunset (15 November)
- About 16:10
- Daylight
- About 8.1 hours
Autumn (September–November). Autumn colour and quieter museums in September, turning wet, windy and dark by November.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, November rates 2 for crowds (the peak is June at 4) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in June). That makes November one of the better-value months to book.
Events in November
- Christmas markets and lights in George Square and St Enoch Square (usually from mid or late November)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in November
With cold days, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Experience · City Centre
City Centre Mural Trail
Start on High Street near the cathedral and finish in the Merchant City, where several of the largest works are close together.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Art
- Photo spot
- Outdoors
Historic site · Townhead
Provand's Lordship
Built in 1471 opposite the cathedral, Provand's Lordship is the oldest house in Glasgow.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Off the beaten path
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Street · West End
Ashton Lane
Arrive early on Friday or Saturday evenings to get a seat in the beer gardens and upstairs terraces.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- After dark
- Food
- Couples
Market · East End
The Barras
Glasgow's long-running weekend market around Gallowgate sells second-hand goods, bric-a-brac and street food, with the neon sign of the Barrowland Ballroom above.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Shopping
- Food
- History
What to pack
For highs near 9°C, lows near 3°C and 15 wet days: a warm coat, hat, gloves and thermal layers; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is November a good time to visit Glasgow?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, May–September are better overall. Compare every month.
Glasgow in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is November a good time to visit Glasgow?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Dark and damp, but Christmas lights and markets start to appear late in the month.
+How warm is Glasgow in November?
Average highs are around 9°C (48°F) and lows around 3°C (37°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Glasgow in November?
Expect rain on about 15 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.