Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Fort William in November
Fort William cools off: highs slip to 47°F (8°C), from 53°F in October, with lows of 40°F (5°C) and about 6.6 in (167 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 38/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 47°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 40°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 6.6 in (167 mm)
- Humidity
- 96%
- Cloud cover
- 81%
- Daylight
- ~7 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 38/100 · Tough
What November feels like
It's cool, with highs near 47°F (8°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Nights cool to an average low of 40°F (5°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 6.6 in (167 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 81%.
Only about 7 h 44 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are June – August.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (November – January), which brings about 21.3 in (542 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 48/100 in October to 38/100.
- Our Scotland’s Highland Rail Line route recommends May – Sep, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 47°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Fort William in November
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Crannog Seafood Restaurant
Pier-end seafood restaurant overlooking Loch Linnhe.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 47°F.
Nevis Range Mountain Gondola
Gondola up Aonach Mòr for Ben Nevis and loch views.
Ben Nevis Distillery
Distillery at the foot of Ben Nevis with tours and tastings.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Ben Nevis Inn
Converted stone barn at the Achintee start of the Ben Nevis path, with real ales, hearty food and glen views.
Why now A cozy break on a 47°F day.
Glenfinnan Viaduct
Curved 21-arch railway viaduct above Loch Shiel.
Nearby in November
- Aviemore & the Cairngorms in November~55 mi · highs 44°F, 4.8 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
- Inverness in November~56 mi · highs 46°F, 3.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Edinburgh in November~95 mi · highs 47°F, 3.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Dublin in November~244 mi · highs 51°F, 4.2 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~382 m to Fort William's ~9 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Fort William in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Fort William?
It's middling, scoring 38/100. The best months are June – August, at up to 69. Expect highs of 47°F (8°C) and 6.6 in (167 mm) of rain. Our Scotland’s Highland Rail Line route recommends May – Sep, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Fort William in November?
Average highs are 47°F (8°C) and average lows 40°F (5°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Fort William in November?
Yes: about 6.6 in (167 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 71.5 in (1815 mm).
What should I pack for Fort William in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 47°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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