Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Kyoto in November
Kyoto cools off: highs slip to 60°F (16°C), from 71°F in October, with lows of 45°F (7°C) and about 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain.
At 73/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 60°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 45°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 3.8 in (96 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 70%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 73/100 · Good
What November feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 60°F (16°C), good for long walks.
Lows average 45°F (7°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.8 in (96 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around November
November is one of Kyoto's best months on the climate data.
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 3.8 in (96 mm) after 6.3 in (161 mm) in October.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by December, the score drops to 51/100.
- Comfort holds steady from October (73 → 73/100).
- Our Japan Golden Route recommends Mar – May, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 45°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.8 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Kyoto in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Philosopher's Path
Canal-side walk lined with cherry trees between Ginkaku-ji and Nanzen-ji.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best early Apr or Nov.
Hanamikoji Street
Gion's main lane of wooden teahouses where geiko and maiko are sometimes seen at dusk.
Why now November scores 73/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Path through towering bamboo stalks in western Kyoto's Sagano district.
Why now Highs near 60°F and 3.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Pontocho Alley
Narrow lantern-lit lane of restaurants and bars along the Kamo River.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Fushimi Inari Taisha
Thousands of vermilion torii gates climbing Mount Inari behind the main shrine.
Nearby in November
- Osaka in November~27 mi · highs 62°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Tokyo in November~224 mi · highs 62°F, 3.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~251 m to Kyoto's ~51 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.
Kyoto in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Kyoto?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 73/100. Expect highs of 60°F (16°C) and 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain. Our Japan Golden Route recommends Mar – May, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Kyoto in November?
Average highs are 60°F (16°C) and average lows 45°F (7°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kyoto in November?
Some: about 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 65.2 in (1657 mm).
What should I pack for Kyoto in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 45°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.8 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Kyoto in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.