Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Lucerne in November
Lucerne cools off: highs slip to 50°F (10°C), from 61°F in October, with lows of 37°F (3°C) and about 3.7 in (93 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 54/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 50°F (10°C)
- Avg low
- 37°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (93 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 76%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 05 min
- Comfort score
- 54/100 · Fair
What November feels like
It's cool, with highs near 50°F (10°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Lows average 37°F (3°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.7 in (93 mm).
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 76%.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 05 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are September.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 6°C (12°F) from October.
- Comfort slips from 74/100 in October to 54/100.
- Our Swiss Lakes by Rail route recommends May – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 50°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.7 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Lucerne in November
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Swiss Museum of Transport
Large museum of trains, planes and boats on the lakeshore.
Why now Our curated notes list it for "rainy day", which suits a wetter month.
Chapel Bridge
14th-century covered wooden bridge with painted panels and a water tower.
Wirtshaus Galliker
Old-school inn serving Lucerne's Chügelipastete and Swiss classics.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 50°F.
Rathaus Brauerei
Brewpub under arcades on the river, with house beers and Swiss food.
Old Swiss House
Restaurant near the Lion Monument known for tableside Wiener schnitzel.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Nearby in November
- Zurich in November~25 mi · highs 48°F, 3.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Andermatt in November~33 mi · highs 34°F, 5.2 in rain or snow · 9°C (16°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Interlaken in November~33 mi · highs 50°F, 4.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Zermatt in November~76 mi · highs 38°F, 3.6 in rain or snow · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~938 m to Lucerne's ~439 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.
Lucerne in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Lucerne?
It's middling, scoring 54/100. The best months are September, at up to 82. Expect highs of 50°F (10°C) and 3.7 in (93 mm) of rain. Our Swiss Lakes by Rail route recommends May – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Lucerne in November?
Average highs are 50°F (10°C) and average lows 37°F (3°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lucerne in November?
Some: about 3.7 in (93 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.6 in (1362 mm).
What should I pack for Lucerne in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 50°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.7 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Lucerne in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.