On the cusp of the holiday season, now is the time to travel in peace. As December drops so do the high prices and maddening crowds that fill destinations and empty wallets. Happily, finding warm places to visit in November isn’t hard – though choosing which are best is.
Most of the US is pretty chilly by now, with the exception of a few warm coastal spots, especially Florida. The same can be said for much of Europe, though its subtropical southern islands never really get cold. Best then is to look for guaranteed hot spots. From the Middle East to the Far East, here’s where is hot in November.
Warm places to visit in November 2024
Filter below by price or temperature to find the best warm places to visit in November based on KAYAK data, or read on for my picks on where to go.
The best places to travel in November for warm weather
- Hong Kong
- Singapore
- Thailand
- Tokyo, Japan
- Osaka, Japan
- Mexico
- Sydney, Australia
- Dubai, UAE
- Oman
The best warm places to visit in November in Asia
Asia is undoubtedly the focus for warm destinations in November. My five picks cover four countries and wildly different landscapes. Temperatures are consistently high and although rain is common, it tends to come in short heavy bursts. Check KAYAK data for other Asian hotspots like Kuala Lumpur and Taipei City.
1. Hong Kong
- Average November temperature: 72°F
An administrative region of China, Hong Kong is temperate and dry in November. Temperatures average 72°F and peak around 75°, making it a constant, comfortable warmth. It’s ideal weather to take advantage of Hong Kong’s many wonders – natural and manmade.
The city is an icon, its skyline among the most skyscraping and recognizable of any. Its streets buzz with life 24/7, a dazzling cultural mix of east and west – Mandarin, Cantonese and British.
Take a stroll along Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade for awesome skyline views. Go in the evening to see the extraordinary nightly Symphony of Lights extravaganza. For the absolute best city panorama, ride the iconic Peak Tram up to Victoria Peak and hit the trails. The abundance of nature offers a startling contrast to the urban sprawl below.
2. Singapore
- Average November temperature: 81°F
Tropical Asia is hot and wet all the time, and the climate in November in Singapore is no exception. Average temperatures hover around 81°F, but highs average a sweltering 86. The ten inches of rain that falls comes in regular daily bursts. Drenching humidity and regular downpours are just part of the megacity-state’s exotic charm though – and it’s built to handle it.
A skyline straight out of the movies houses some seriously luxe hotels. Stay at the enormous Marina Bay Sands to swim in the world’s highest rooftop infinity pool. Worth the price of admission for the views alone. Drink Singapore Slings in 19th century elegance at the historic Raffles.
When the rains fall, make for the Asian Civilisations Museum and Peranakan Museum, and shop yourself silly on Orchard Road. It’s when the skies clear that Singapore really shines though. The city’s developing green spaces have rightly amazed the world in recent years. None more so than its already famed Botanic Gardens and the mind-bending Gardens by the Bay.
Singapore is an ode to modernity with its soul rooted in tradition – an enchanting and intoxicating destination.
3. Thailand
- Average November temperature (Bangkok): 81°F
Bangkok sits atop the KAYAK data for warm places to visit in November. But if the big city isn’t what you’re after, look south some 140 miles to the coastal town of Hua Hin. Thailand’s original beach resort is a fine balance between beach escape and city break.
Much of the prime city beachfront is occupied by luxe hotels, from the excellent Anantara to my favorite, the eye-wateringly expensive Chiva Som. If your budget doesn’t stretch to such highs, don’t fret. There are lots of lovely, far less expensive options available. And the beaches of nearby Hat Sai Noi and Hat Sai Yai are prettier and more atmospheric.
In the city, the markets are the place to be. Chatsila Night Market is popular for its eating, from tasty street food to gourmet meals, but is tourist central. It’s Cicada Market that stands out though.
An authentic gathering of local artisans, it’s relaxed and focused rather than a traditional neon-lit free for all. Wander slowly and engage with the locals selling homemade wares. It’s usually alive with buskers and each evening around 8.30 pm, live music hits the stage.
4. Tokyo, Japan
- Average November temperature: 55°F
The world’s most populated metropolis (37 million inhabitants at last count) is in the grip of fall come November. Average temperatures are mild with highs climbing to 63°F and rain is light – around four inches for the month.
The outcome is a city painted in the fire of falling leaves. Blazing reds, yellows and oranges coat the parks and streets as Tokyo’s ginkgo, maple and zelkova shed their foliage. In enthusiastic locals it sparks momijigari – the ancient seasonal tradition of leaf hunting.
The most famous (and thus popular) place to see the fall foliage at its best is the gardens of Rikugi-en. In late November the park stays open until 9pm and lights the trees as darkness falls. In my view the city never looks more beautiful, even in the more popular spring cherry blossom.
5. Osaka, Japan
- Average November temperature: 57°F
Around 310 miles southeast of Tokyo, Osaka shines a different light on the culture and history of Japan. An ancient merchant and port city, it eschews traditional Japanese conservatism for a louder, more fun-loving approach.
Marginally warmer and drier in November than Tokyo, it also enjoys the magic of fall colors in its many parks and gardens. Average highs are a lovely 64°F and the drenching humidity of summer is mercifully absent. With the inner city cooling down, the streets and canals come to life.
Street food is done differently here. In garish Dotonbori, take on the Kuidaore ‘eat until you drop’ challenge. Gorge on wagyu beef, giant king crabs, fugu puffer fish and my favorite, okonomiyaki (a savory pancake invented locally.)
Stay until the sun sets and watch the streets transform as a sea of neon lights spark into life. The reflections on the Dotonbori canal only add to the effect. Fast becoming one of Osaka’s most recognized landmarks, don’t miss the Glico Running Man, which has illuminated the area for nearly 90 years.
The best warm place to visit in November in North America
KAYAK data highlights Cancún as the top spot outside of the US in North America for fall warmth. If the mega resort town’s high prices and well heeled crowds aren’t your bag, Mexico has plenty of other enticing destinations.
I love the sleepy village of Nexpa for its fall surf and the rough-edged buzz of Ensenada on the Baja peninsula. Further afield, I’ve spent the last few Novembers in the Dominican Republic road-tripping its rugged north coast and in particular, the amazing Samaná Province.
6. Mexico
- Average November temperature (Cancún): 79°F
Mexico’s east coast tourism may be dominated by the glitz and glamor of Cancún but I prefer something more low-key. On Mexico’s pacific coast almost directly opposite Cancún, the temperatures are about the same but the vibe is very different.
For an out-and-out toes in the sand, picture book, anything goes vacation, join the boho crowd in Sayulita. This once-tranquil fishing village has transformed into a hippie-go-lucky hangout for surfers and bohemians.
Heading here in November means you’ll miss out on the peak season pile-on. The summer rains and cloying humidity have taken leave, and if you’re lucky some early season surf may roll in.
Sayulita is a designated Pueblo Mágico, a Magic Town, awarded to communities that maintain their original architecture, traditions and culture. It certainly hasn’t suffered from mass development like its neighbor, Puerto Vallarta.
In place of giant hotels and big brands, you’ll find locally-owned guesthouses and colorful boutiques. Rickety surf shops, good restaurants and even better al pastor stands line the streets. A lovely, lazy place to forget about your worries (and the cold) for a few days.
The best warm places to visit in November around the world
In November, spring is turning into summer Down Under. Long, bright and fast-warming days bring beaches and barbecues back to life. On the east coast, that means you’re spoiled for choice with some of the best weather in November, anywhere. The Saudi Arabian peninsula is at its very best in fall. Temperatures are hot but not crazy and the simmering desert heat is subsiding.
7. Sydney, Australia
- Average November temperature: 66°F
Weather-wise, November is the best month to make the most of New South Wales’ stunning coastal capital. The month before peak season kicks temperatures and crowds into high gear, November in Sydney is warm rather than scorching.
And there’s room to stretch on its many magnificent beaches. When the thermometer climbs, head for Bondi or its quieter sibling Bronte, magnificent Manly and the oasis of Gordon’s Bay. All are magic.
Milder days are for city exploring. Take photos on the steps of the Opera House. If you have a head for heights, scale the arc on the popular but pricey bridge climb. Descend into The Rocks, where street food stalls rub shoulders with world-class museums and old taverns share harbor views with expensive restaurants.
A short hop up the coast from Sydney (by Australian standards anyway) lies my favorite beach town. Byron Bay may have become something of a travel cliché, but there’s good reason behind its popularity. Peel back the tourist layers – frothing surfers, wellness warriors, wide-eyed backpackers – and you’ll discover the magic is still there.
8. Dubai, UAE
- Average November temperature: 75°F
The UAE’s city of gold is an oasis of technology and opulence in the middle of the desert. It’s also a beacon of Arabic culture and entertainment. Home to the biggest and the best of everything, Dubai is the perfect temperature in November. The swelter of summer has passed – temperatures peak at 85°F but average a more agreeable 75°. Rain is not a part of the conversation.
With a budget most cities can only dream of, its skyscrapers and parks are the definition of excess. Yet nothing is as spectacular as the Museum of the Future. A mind-bending showcase of modern architecture, step inside and you can travel to the moon and gaze back on Earth.
When it comes to accommodation, you’re spoiled for choice. If you really want to splurge for the holiday season, there’s only one address: Atlantis The Royal. Opened in 2023, it bills itself as the “most ultra luxury experiential resort in the world”. You’d be hard pressed to argue.
9. Oman
- Average November temperature: 72°F
Just a two hour drive from the manmade mania of Dubai is a place of remoteness and isolation. Cut off from the rest of Oman by the UAE, the Musandam Peninsula is nicknamed the Norway of Arabia. The moniker comes from its impressive landscape where the Hajar Mountains meet the Strait of Hormuz.
Constant collisions between Eurasian and Arabian tectonic plates have created spectacular khors, rocky inlets that resemble the Nordic fjords. Empty roads snake the coastline connecting small towns and villages. The outlaw feel of the region’s smuggling past lingers in its cultural eccentricities.
Khasab is the main town and your base. A short but spectacular flight from Oman’s glitzy capital Muscat, it feels a world away. Here you can rent a 4×4 to get around and arrange a 4WD safari to Jebel Harim. Book your dhow cruise too – it’s undoubtedly the best way to see the peninsula in all its glory, and likely dolphins too.
Where is hot and cheap in November?
Warm places to visit in November in the US are few and far between, especially with a budget price. KAYAK data shows Florida is the hottest and cheapest with Fort Lauderdale and Orlando averaging in the low 70s and hotel prices well under $200 a night.
It’s Asia that offers the best hot and cheap vacation in November though. Thailand and Malaysia in particular swelter, their capital cities both averaging 81°F with hotel rooms around $50. Flights to each, however, cost around $1,200. Need help making a decision? Try KAYAK Explore.
If you can’t wait until November, my September and October guides to where’s hot also offer plenty of inspiration and perspiration. For the best events, parties and festivals, read the 10 best places to visit in October and November.
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