Where to Go in November for Sun: 10 Warm Destinations Compared
Afternoon highs, rainfall, sea temperature and the catch for each place, from Cancún and Punta Cana to Dubai and Mauritius, based on official climate normals.
- 10 destinations compared
- 74 to 89°F average afternoon highs
- Under 0.2 in of rain in Hurghada, Aqaba and Dubai
- Nov 30 end of Atlantic hurricane season
Where is it warm in November? From the US, the easiest sun is in the Caribbean and Mexico: Cancún and Punta Cana average 85°F, but November still brings showers there. For warm sea and almost no rain, Dubai is the safest bet (87°F, sea around 82°F). Mauritius is the driest tropical island on this list, while the Seychelles are hot but wet. Egypt, Jordan and Morocco pair mild, dry afternoons with sightseeing.
The figures below are climate normals published by each country’s national weather service and collected by the World Meteorological Organization. They are 20 to 40 year averages that describe a typical November, not the forecast for your trip. Each station is listed in the sources.
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- Which destination for which trip
- Caribbean and Mexico
- Dubai, Egypt, Jordan and Morocco
- Mauritius and the Seychelles
- Cambodia and Cape Town
- Comparison table
- What to keep in mind
- Dates, insurance and data
- FAQ
- Sources
Which warm destination for which kind of November trip
- Short flight, beach and warm water: Cancún and the Riviera Maya (85°F, sea around 81°F), or Punta Cana (85°F). Expect a few showers.
- Guaranteed dry beach weather: Dubai, 87°F, less than 0.1 in of rain and a sea around 82°F.
- Tropical island without the rain: Mauritius, 86°F and just 0.9 in of rain over 3 days in Port Louis.
- History and mild sunshine: Luxor (84°F, virtually no rain), Petra and Wadi Rum, or the medina of Marrakech (74°F).
- Temples of Angkor: Siem Reap, 89°F, as the rainy season ends.
November rainfall at a glance:
- Hurghada 0.1 in
- Dubai 0.1 in
- Aqaba 0.1 in
- Cape Town 0.6 in
- Port Louis 0.9 in
- Marrakech 1.2 in
- Agadir 1.7 in
- Siem Reap 2.4 in
- Punta Cana 4.6 in
- Cancún 5.2 in
- Mahé 7.6 in
Average November rainfall. Yellow: under 2.4 in (60 mm). Light blue: 2.4 to 6 in. Dark blue: over 6 in (150 mm).
Closest to the US: the Caribbean and Mexico
Both are a few hours’ flight from much of the East Coast and the South. They are warm all year; the question in November is rain, which is falling but has not yet reached the dry-season lows of February and March.
1. Mexico: Cancún and the Riviera Maya
Cancún: 85°F in the afternoon, 73°F at night, 5.2 in of rain over 12 days, sea around 81°F.
Rain drops sharply from September and October, when Cancún gets more than 8.6 in each month. On November 1 and 2, Mexico celebrates Día de Muertos, the Day of the Dead.
Good to know: November is not yet a dry month in Cancún. February and March, with 1.8 and 2.1 in, are the safest beach months.
2. Dominican Republic: Punta Cana
85°F in the afternoon, 74°F at night, 4.6 in of rain over 11 to 12 days.
Temperatures barely change through the year. November is drier than October (6.0 in), but short tropical showers are still common.
Good to know: the Atlantic hurricane season officially runs until November 30. Its peak is mid-August to mid-October, so the risk is low in November, but not zero.
Dubai, Egypt, Jordan and Morocco: dry, sunny and comfortable
The driest places on this list. Afternoons are pleasant to hot, nights get noticeably cooler, especially in the desert and at altitude. For travelers from the US, these work best as a longer trip of a week or more.
3. United Arab Emirates: Dubai
87°F in the afternoon, 65°F at night, less than 0.1 in of rain, sea around 82°F.
November ends the extreme heat: the average high falls from 95°F in October to 87°F. It is the most reliable beach combination on this list, with water as warm as the Seychelles and almost no rain.
Good to know: afternoons are still hot. Plan outdoor sightseeing for the morning or late afternoon.
4. Egypt: Hurghada and Luxor
Hurghada: 81°F in the afternoon, 63°F at night, 0.1 in of rain, sea around 77°F. Luxor: 84°F, 54°F at night, virtually no rain.
November combines swimming in the Red Sea with bearable temperatures for the Nile Valley temples, where highs exceed 95°F from April to October in Luxor.
Good to know: in Luxor, the gap between afternoon and night is more than 27°F. Bring a warm layer for sunrise visits and hot-air balloon flights.
5. Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum and Aqaba
Aqaba: 81°F in the afternoon, 59°F at night, 0.1 in of rain. Amman: 69°F, 49°F at night, 1.1 in over 5 days.
Jordan gives you two climates in one trip: cool highlands around Amman and Petra, then mild weather in Aqaba on the Red Sea to finish.
Good to know: Petra sits at altitude, so its temperatures are closer to Amman’s. Pack warm clothes for a night in the Wadi Rum desert.
6. Morocco: Marrakech and Agadir
Marrakech: 74°F in the afternoon, 51°F at night, 1.2 in of rain over 5 days. Agadir: 75°F, 55°F at night, 1.7 in over 4 days, ocean around 66°F.
In Morocco, November suits medina walks and trips to the Atlas Mountains, with pleasant rather than hot afternoons.
Good to know: the Atlantic is cool in Agadir. It is a destination for sunshine and beach walks more than swimming. Bring a jacket for evenings in Marrakech.
Indian Ocean: Mauritius and the Seychelles
Both are around 86 to 87°F in November, but their rainfall could not be more different: 0.9 in in Port Louis against 7.6 in on Mahé.
7. Mauritius
Port Louis: 86°F in the afternoon, 71°F at night, 0.9 in of rain over 3 days, sea around 77°F.
The Mauritius Meteorological Services start summer in November. It remains one of the driest months in Port Louis, before rain picks up in December (3.3 in) and peaks in February (6.3 in).
Good to know: the sea is about 5°F cooler than in the Seychelles or Dubai. Port Louis is on the dry northwest coast; the central plateau is cooler and wetter.
8. Seychelles
Mahé, international airport: 87°F in the afternoon, 76°F at night, 7.6 in of rain over 16 days, sea around 82°F.
Air and water are warm all year. In November rainfall is already significant, ahead of the wettest months, December (12.0 in) and January (15.9 in).
Good to know: with 16 rainy days on average, tropical downpours are part of the trip. They are often brief, but don’t count on clear skies every day.
The map below shows available places to stay and their rates for your dates.
Cambodia and Cape Town: two seasons turning
November is a transition month in both: the rainy season ends in Cambodia, and the southern summer begins in South Africa.
9. Cambodia: Siem Reap and Angkor
89°F in the afternoon, 72°F at night, 2.4 in of rain over 12 days.
Siem Reap is the gateway to the temples of Angkor. Rain falls off sharply in November: 12.0 in in September, 8.9 in in October, 2.4 in in November and 0.3 in in December, according to Cambodia’s Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology.
Good to know: early November can still be wet. For more reliable skies, aim for the second half of the month or December.
10. South Africa: Cape Town
74°F in the afternoon, 56°F at night, 0.6 in of rain over 5 days, ocean around 63°F.
In South Africa, November is late spring. In Cape Town it is one of the two driest months of the year, with January, far from the 2.7 to 3.7 in per month of the southern winter, May to August.
Good to know: the ocean stays cold and the wind is often strong. Think Garden Route, wine country and hiking rather than swimming.
Tours and activities to book ahead
Cenote tours from Cancún, a hot-air balloon over Luxor, a night in Wadi Rum or sunrise at Angkor: the most popular trips sell out, and our partner GetYourGuide lets you book them in advance. Check the meeting point, guide language and cancellation terms before paying.
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Comparison table: November in figures
November averages for one reference station per destination, from driest to wettest.
| Station | High / low | Rain (days) | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hurghada (Egypt) | 81 / 63°F | 0.1 in (< 1) | 77°F |
| Dubai (UAE) | 87 / 65°F | 0.1 in (< 1) | 82°F |
| Aqaba (Jordan) | 81 / 59°F | 0.1 in (1) | not listed |
| Cape Town (South Africa) | 74 / 56°F | 0.6 in (5) | 63°F |
| Port Louis (Mauritius) | 86 / 71°F | 0.9 in (3) | 77°F |
| Marrakech (Morocco) | 74 / 51°F | 1.2 in (5) | n/a |
| Agadir (Morocco) | 75 / 55°F | 1.7 in (4) | 66°F |
| Siem Reap (Cambodia) | 89 / 72°F | 2.4 in (12) | n/a |
| Punta Cana (Dom. Rep.) | 85 / 74°F | 4.6 in (12) | not listed |
| Cancún (Mexico) | 85 / 73°F | 5.2 in (12) | 81°F |
| Mahé (Seychelles) | 87 / 76°F | 7.6 in (16) | 82°F |
Temperatures converted from Celsius and rounded. Rainy days are days with at least 0.04 in (1 mm). “Not listed”: no sea temperature published for this station in the sources we used.
What to keep in mind in November
- Thailand’s Andaman coast: Phuket still gets 6.8 in of rain over 16 days in November, against 0.9 in in January, according to the Thai Meteorological Department. December or January are better bets.
- Caribbean and Yucatán: hurricane season ends November 30. Insurance that covers trip cancellation and interruption makes sense here.
- Swimming in Morocco and Cape Town: the ocean is around 66°F in Agadir and 63°F in Cape Town.
- Thanksgiving week: Thursday, November 26, 2026 falls in one of the busiest travel periods of the year in the US. If your dates are flexible, the first half of the month is usually calmer.
Dates, travel insurance and mobile data
- Día de Muertos in Mexico: November 1 and 2.
- Veterans Day: Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
- Thanksgiving: Thursday, November 26, 2026.
- End of Atlantic hurricane season: November 30.
Many US health plans offer limited or no coverage abroad, and a hospital stay can be expensive, in Dubai as in the Caribbean. Check your health plan and credit card benefits first. For medical expenses and medical evacuation, our partner Chapka offers Cap Assistance 24/7: coverage and limits are listed on the policy page.
To have mobile data as soon as you land, without hunting for a local SIM card, a Yesim e-SIM, our partner, can be set up before you leave. Check on its page that your destination is covered and what it costs.
Frequently asked questions
Where is it warm in November close to the US?
Cancún and the Riviera Maya and Punta Cana, both around 85°F, are the closest warm beach destinations on this list. Both still get some rain in November, around 4.5 to 5 in over the month.
Where is the hottest place to go in November?
On this list, Siem Reap (89°F) has the hottest afternoons, ahead of Dubai and the Seychelles (87°F), then Mauritius (86°F) and Cancún (85°F).
Which destination is driest in November?
Hurghada, Dubai and Aqaba, each with about 0.1 in of rain. Among tropical islands, Mauritius is by far the driest (0.9 in), while Mahé in the Seychelles gets 7.6 in.
Is it safe to go to the Caribbean in November?
Yes, with the right expectations. According to the National Hurricane Center, the season lasts until November 30 and peaks from mid-August to mid-October. The risk is lower in November, but showers remain frequent in Punta Cana and Cancún.
Is November a good time for Thailand?
Not yet for the Andaman coast: Phuket gets 6.8 in of rain in November. It turns much drier in December (2.4 in) and January (0.9 in).
Where to go for sun in other months
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, December.
Sources
Pages checked on October 21, 2026. Climate normals come from the World Meteorological Organization’s World Weather Information Service, which publishes data supplied by each national weather service; the reference period is given for each station.
- Servicio Meteorológico Nacional (Mexico), via WMO: Cancún (1971-2000).
- Oficina Nacional de Meteorología (Dominican Republic), via WMO: Punta Cana (1961-1990).
- National Center of Meteorology (UAE), via WMO: Dubai (1974-1991).
- Egyptian Meteorological Authority, via WMO: Hurghada and Luxor (1981-2010).
- Jordan Meteorological Department, via WMO: Aqaba and Amman (period not stated).
- Direction de la Météorologie Nationale (Morocco), via WMO: Marrakech and Agadir (1991-2020).
- Mauritius Meteorological Services, via WMO: Port Louis (1971-2000), and Climate of Mauritius for the seasons.
- Seychelles Meteorological Authority, via WMO: Victoria, Seychelles International Airport (1981-2010).
- Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology (Cambodia), via WMO: Siem Reap (1982-2024).
- South African Weather Service, via WMO: Cape Town (1961-1990).
- Thai Meteorological Department, via WMO: Phuket.
- World Sea Temperatures: average November sea temperatures.
- NOAA, National Hurricane Center: Atlantic hurricane season dates and peak.
Maintained by the Advised Traveler team. Climate averages do not predict the weather during your trip: check the forecast before you go. Spotted an error? Let us know.