What to wear in London in November: a waterproof hooded coat, a warm sweater, jeans or long pants, waterproof boots and a scarf. The Met Office’s 1991-2020 averages for Heathrow give November an average high of 52.6 °F (11.47 °C) and an average low of 41.5 °F (5.26 °C). They count 11.23 days with at least 0.04 in (1 mm) of rain. For central London in 2026, the US Naval Observatory gives sunset as 4:34pm on 1 November and 3:56pm on 30 November.
Wearton’s What to wear this week for London shows the real forecast for today and the next 6 days. It marks which days need a coat, an umbrella or layers. Wearton also keeps a digital closet, and the web app’s Today page suggests an outfit made from the clothes you already own. Check the weather tool a few days before you fly and again during your stay, because the Heathrow weather figures on this page are averages for 1991-2020, not a forecast for your trip.
London’s November weather in numbers
London’s November is cool and damp, and its average high is lower than October’s and higher than December’s. In the Met Office table for its Heathrow station (1991-2020), the average high of November is 7.8 °F (4.3 °C) lower than October’s, and December’s is 4.8 °F (2.7 °C) lower again.
| Average, Heathrow, 1991-2020 | October | November | December |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | 60.5 °F (15.8 °C) | 52.6 °F (11.5 °C) | 47.8 °F (8.8 °C) |
| Low | 47.8 °F (8.8 °C) | 41.5 °F (5.3 °C) | 37.5 °F (3.1 °C) |
| Rain | 2.56 in (65.1 mm) | 2.62 in (66.6 mm) | 2.25 in (57.1 mm) |
| Days with at least 0.04 in (1 mm) of rain | 10.8 | 11.2 | 10.8 |
| Days of air frost | 0.3 | 2.7 | 7.2 |
The same Met Office table gives November 70.7 hours of sunshine in the whole month. The mean wind speed is 7.01 knots, about 8.1 mph (13.0 km/h). The Heathrow figures are averages for 1991-2020. A single November day can be warmer or colder.
What the Met Office expects for November 2026
The Met Office’s UK-wide long-range forecast, read on 2 November 2026, says rainfall is likely to be below average in many areas on 6 to 15 November. It sees an increasing chance of unsettled weather on 16 to 30 November. The forecast is not specific to London, and the Met Office updates it every day.
- 6 to 15 November 2026: the Met Office’s UK-wide forecast, read on 2 November, expects high pressure, a lot of cloud and little rain or drizzle. It is not a London-specific forecast. It says rainfall is likely to be below average in many areas. Temperatures start a little below average, then return to near or slightly above average.
- 16 to 30 November 2026: the Met Office’s UK-wide forecast, read on 2 November, sees an increasing chance of changeable weather, with spells of rain and possible strong winds at times. It is not a London-specific forecast. It calls the place of the wettest weather very uncertain: the north and the west are most likely, but the south could be the wettest for a time. Temperatures are likely near or above average, with colder spells possible later in the month.
For London packing, keep rain protection on your list for the whole month, and use the local forecast to decide what to carry each day. If the strong winds come, a hood stays on when an umbrella is hard to hold. Check the forecast again before you fly, because a long-range forecast changes from day to day.
Sunset in London moves from 4:34pm to 3:56pm in November 2026
London is on GMT in November 2026, because the UK clocks went back on 25 October 2026 (GOV.UK), and it gets dark in the late afternoon. The sunrise and sunset times below are from the US Naval Observatory for central London. The daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset.
| Date in 2026 | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 November | 6:54am | 4:34pm | 9 h 40 min |
| 8 November | 7:06am | 4:22pm | 9 h 16 min |
| 15 November | 7:18am | 4:11pm | 8 h 53 min |
| 22 November | 7:30am | 4:03pm | 8 h 33 min |
| 30 November | 7:42am | 3:56pm | 8 h 14 min |
The chart shows daylight in central London as sunset minus sunrise, from US Naval Observatory times. It falls from 9 h 40 min (9.7 hours) on 1 November 2026 to 8 h 14 min (8.2 hours) on 30 November, a loss of 1 h 26 min. The US Naval Observatory gives the end of civil twilight on 30 November as 4:35pm GMT. Plan the walking for the morning and the early afternoon, and carry the warm layer for the walk back after dark.
What to wear in London in November: the packing list
Pack layers that you can add and take off as the temperature changes. The Met Office’s Heathrow averages give November an average high of about 53 °F (11.5 °C) and an average low of about 41 °F (5.3 °C), but single days and evenings can be colder or warmer. Our guides on what to wear in 50 degree weather and what to wear in 40 degree weather cover each one in more detail.
| Item | Why it is on the list |
|---|---|
| A waterproof coat with a hood | The Met Office’s 1991-2020 Heathrow average is about 11 November days with at least 0.04 in (1 mm) of rain. A hood stays on in wind, when an umbrella is hard to hold. |
| A warm sweater or fleece | You can take it off indoors, for example on the Tube or in a museum, and put it back on outside. |
| Long-sleeve tops | The base layer under the sweater. |
| Jeans or warm pants | Full-length legs keep you warm on cold mornings and late evenings. |
| Waterproof boots or shoes | Wet pavements on rainy days. Leave suede at home. |
| A scarf, a hat and thin gloves | For the early mornings, the evenings and the colder end of the month. |
| A compact umbrella | For light rain on calm days. |
For a smart dinner or the theater, we suggest a dark sweater or a shirt under the same coat. Wear the boots, not new shoes, on the long walking days.
Dress warmer for the November 2026 days you stand outside
On these days in November 2026 you may stand outside for an hour or more. Standing still feels colder than walking, so add one more warm layer, a hat and gloves.
- Sunday 8 November, Remembrance Sunday: GOV.UK says the National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph on Whitehall starts at 11am. GOV.UK also says no tickets are needed, and the public can watch from the pavements of Whitehall and Parliament Street.
- Saturday 14 November, the Lord Mayor’s Show: the Lord Mayor’s Show website says the 2026 Show sets off from Mansion House at 11am and fills most of the City of London.
- From 19 November, Hyde Park Winter Wonderland: Hyde Park Winter Wonderland lists its dates as 19 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. An evening visit there starts after sunset, which is 4:11pm or earlier from 15 November, so check the evening forecast and take an extra warm layer.
Does it rain every day in London in November?
In the Met Office’s 1991-2020 averages for Heathrow, London has 11.23 November days with at least 0.04 in (1 mm) of rain, a little more than a third of the month. The month’s average rain is 2.62 in (66.63 mm). These are historical averages, not a forecast for November 2026. Lighter rain can fall on other days, so the figure does not tell you how many days of your trip will be completely dry. Pack the hooded waterproof coat for every day.
Is London cold enough for a winter coat in November?
London is cool in November, and whether you need a heavy winter coat depends on your forecast, how easily you feel cold and how long you stay outside. We suggest a waterproof coat over a warm sweater as the starting point. The Met Office 1991-2020 averages for Heathrow give London’s November an average high of 52.6 °F (11.47 °C), an average low of 41.5 °F (5.26 °C) and 2.73 days of air frost. For long outdoor evenings, take an insulated coat or one more warm layer, a hat and gloves.
Are jeans okay to wear in London in November?
In our view, yes: jeans work for London in November, on sightseeing days and with a smarter top in the evening. Choose a dark pair, because wet pavements splash the hem. For colder outings, consider warm pants or tights under your jeans, and check the forecast for the hours you will be outside.
What to do next
Check the real forecast shortly before the trip, then pack from the list.
- Open What to wear this week for London a few days before you fly, and again during your stay. It covers today and the next 6 days. Look at the coldest and the wettest day first.
- Pack the list above. Add the extra layer if your trip includes one of the outdoor days.
- In London, check What to wear today in the morning. It needs no sign-up.
According to Wearton’s What to wear today page, the Today page of the Wearton web app shows an outfit of the day made from the clothes you own. It leaves suede shoes and suede coats out when the chance of rain is 40% or more.
You know your colors. Now see which of your clothes match them, and what to wear today.