November is one of the best months to visit India. The month sees bright sunshine, pleasant temperatures, and dry weather, making it delightful to be outdoors to explore this amazing country.
It is also one of the rare months where you can visit just about anywhere in India and still find perfect weather.
The average temperature across the country is a pleasant 74 °F (23 °C), with a nighttime average of 59 °F (15 °C) and a peak of 82 °F (28 °C) during the day time.
To add to the pleasant weather, it is also festivals and carnivals galore in India during the month with the marquee event being the Festival of Lights “Diwali” which usually falls in November every alternate year.
Other important festivals that draw a large number of tourists are the Pushkar Camel Festival (Rajasthan), Hampi Festival (Karnataka), Guru Nanak Jayanti (birth anniversary of the founder of the Sikh faith), and the Bhai Dooj Festival (that follows Diwali).
If you are planning a trip to India in November, here is all you need to know.
1. Regional Weather Breakdown in November
Before we get into the regional weather breakdown, here is a brief list of the greatest Indian Destinations that you must keep on your bucket list in NOVEMBER.
– Delhi: Capital of India, and a proud legatee of rich Mughal and British Raj heritage with iconic landmarks like the Red Fort, Humayun’s Tomb, Jama Masjid, India Gate, Lodhi Garden, Lotus Temple, Akshardham Temple, and National Museum (New Delhi).
– Jaipur: Capital of Rajasthan, known for its opulent palaces, forts, and historical buildings. (Must-see places: City Palace, Amber Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar Astronomical Observatory, and Jal Mahal).
– Pushkar, Rajasthan: Desert country that is the site of the legendary Pushkar Camel Festival—the largest livestock fair cum cultural carnival in the world.
– Udaipur, Rajasthan: The “City of Lakes” “Venice of the East” Udaipur is touted as India’s most romantic destination due to its lovely lakes, ornate temples, exquisite palaces and old-world Mewari warrior cultural charm.
-Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh: India’s oldest continuously inhabited ancient city that is considered the spiritual capital of India.
-Amritsar, Punjab: To witness the celebration of the anniversary of the founder of the Sikh faith, Baba Guru Nanak.
-Goa: For the perfect golden sand beaches, hip parties, and bright sunshine.
North India: Rajasthan & Golden Triangle
November is a great time to visit Rajasthan and the Golden Triangle (Jaipur, Agra, Delhi) region and witness the greatest spectacles of the region like the Taj Mahal, Red Fort/Delhi, City Palace, and other great cities like Jaisalmer, Pushkar, Udaipur, and Jodhpur.
In December, the region becomes crowded and expensive with millions taking advantage of the Christmas and New Year’s break to travel in the region. November is, therefore, a good time to witness the region before it gets too touristy and crowded.
Average Temperature in Delhi in November: 57.2°F- 82.4 °F (14°C – 28°C) (Average Rainy days 0)
Average Temperature in Jaipur in November: 55.4 °F- 84.2 °F (13°C – 29°C) (Average rainy days 0)
Average Temperature in Agra in November: 53.6°F- 84.2°F (12°C – 29°C)
North India: Kashmir & Himalayas
Indians flock to the Himalayas in peak summer to escape the heat of the plains. November is a good time to enjoy places like Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh and Uttarakhand before it snows and temperatures fall below freezing point.
Average Temperature in Kashmir in November: 50 °F (10 °C)- 68°F ( 20 °C)
Average Temperature in November in Himachal Pradesh: 42 °F- 62°F (6°C – 17°C)
Average Temperature in November in Uttarakhand: 50°F- 77°F (10°C – 25°C)
South India: Kerala, Goa & the South
The South of India is all balmy sunshine and cool weather in November— a great time to enjoy its beaches and serene backwaters in Kerala and goa, or go on glorious “temple runs” in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
It is also a good time to go on a spice/tea plantation tour in the Western Ghats — a new tourism trend that is catching on.
Average Temperature in Kerala in November: 73°F- 87°F (23°C – 31°C)
Average Temperature in Tamil Nadu in November: 64°F- 78°F (18 °C – 26 °C)
Average Temperature in Karnataka in November: 66°F- 84°F ( 19°C – 29°C)
Average Temperature in Goa in November: 73 °F- 91 °F ( 23°C – 33°C)
West & Central India: Mumbai & Other Central Parts
With the monsoon break finally over, the amazing National Parks of Madhya Pradesh (like Kanha, Panna, Pench, and Satpura) offer some of India’s greatest wildlife/tiger safaris. With no less than 10 national parks in the region, Central India is a wildlife lover’s dream destination in November.
November is also pleasant weather to enjoy Mumbai, India’s “Maximum City”, the home of Bollywood. This great city is the Financial Capital of India, and a place worth witnessing.
Average Temperature in Madhya Pradesh in November: 62 °F- 73°F (17°C – 23°C)
Average Temperature in Maharashtra in November: 64 °F- 89 °F (18°C – 32°C)
2. Weather Information on Popular Cities For Tourism
Agra, Jaipur, Delhi (Golden Triangle)
This month is an exciting time to be in the region with excellent weather, bright sunshine and plenty of regional festivals taking place. There is so much you can do—explore the historical splendor of these great cities, go on a wildlife adventure in Ranthambore or Bharatpur National Parks, enjoy camel safaris in Rajasthan, or stay in palace heritage hotels of the region to get a sense of the Maharaja’s way of life.
Average Temperature in Delhi in November: 57.2°F- 82.4 °F (14°C – 28°C) (Average Rainy days 0)
Average Temperature in Jaipur in November: 55.4 °F- 84.2 °F (13°C – 29°C) (Average rainy days 0)
Average Temperature in Agra in November: 53.6°F- 84.2°F (12°C – 29°C)
What to wear: Long-sleeved shirts or tops and long pants/jeans during the day time, a light sweater for cooler nights.
Mumbai
November is the ideal time to visit Mumbai. It is the dry season—a far cry from the very wet season of the previous months of the monsoon.
Average Temperature in Mumbai in November: 69.8 °F- 93 °F (21°C – 34°C) (Average rainy days 1)
What to wear: Prefer comfortable cotton wear. Jeans/trousers, breathable fabric, t-shirt.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT INDIA IN NOVEMBER
Is NOVEMBER a good time to visit India?
November is a peak tourist month, and one of the best times to visit India with pleasant temperatures [low of 59 °F (15 °C) – high of 82 °F (28 °C)], splendid sunshine, and clear weather. It is also the dry season, so rain does not play spoiled sport.
If you are looking for travel suggestions for the month, here’s a list of BEST PLACES TO VISIT IN INDIA IN NOVEMBER.
How cold is it in NOVEMBER in India?
It is not cold. The average temperature during the month is a pleasant 74 °F (23 °C), with a nighttime low of 59 °F (15 °C) and a peak of 82 °F (28 °C) during the daytime.
Is NOVEMBER the peak tourist season in India?
Yes. November is the middle of the peak tourist season in India which begins in October and lasts until March. You’ll find perfect dry weather just about everywhere in India.
The backwaters of Kerala are delightful. The Golden Triangle region (Agra, Delhi, Jaipur) is bright and sunny. Beaches of Goa, Andaman and Pondicherry shimmer in the bright sun. There are a large number of festivals in India (including Diwali). Mumbai is dry and bright, and the hill stations of the Western Ghat and the Himalayas are a joy to be in.
