Thames Weather in November (1981–2025)

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November at a Glance in Thames

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
19.0°C
Avg Low
❄️
12.9°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
16.0°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
73 mm
Avg Humidity
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77%
Avg Wind
🌬️
3 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
5.7
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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+0.5°C
temp difference
🌤️Mild afternoons🌤️Cool mornings☀️Very sunny🌧️Wet month💨Breezy💦Humid air

Thames November Weather Overview

November is close to Thames's year-round average, with average highs near 19°C and lows around 12.9°C (mean 16°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 73 mm of rainfall and 77% relative humidity across the period.

Thames November Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

November is close to Thames's year-round average. Across 45 years of records, the warmest November in Thames was 2025 — when the month averaged 17.9°C — while the coldest was 1991 at 14.1°C. Typical November days reach 19°C with nights near 12.9°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.2°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp16.1°C→17.0°C+0.9°C
Max Temp19.1°C→19.9°C+0.8°C
Min Temp13.1°C→14.1°C+1°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

14.0°C–15.0°C5 yr (11%)
15.0°C–16.0°C19 yr (42%)
16.0°C–17.0°C15 yr (33%)
17.0°C–18.0°C6 yr (13%)

Thames November Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

November is one of the drier months in Thames, averaging 73 mm of rainfall. The wettest November on record was 2022 with 229 mm, while the driest was 2009 at 15 mm.

Thames November Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Thames during November averages 77%. The most humid November was 2022 at 83%, and the least humid was 1993 at 72%.

Thames November Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

November receives about 5.7 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Thames. The sunniest November was 2019 at 6.6 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2022 at 5.

Thames November Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Thames during November is 3 m/s. The windiest Novembers were 1996, 1997 and 2016 at 3.7 m/s, while the calmest were 2010 and 2025 at 2.1 m/s.

What November Feels Like in Thames

🌅
Cool
Morning
🌞
Mild
Afternoon
🌆
Cool
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★★☆

How November Ranks in Thames

🔥6th warmest month of the year
🌵1st driest month of the year
☀️3rd sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

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Thames November Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp16.1°C15.5°C15.6°C16.0°C17.0°C+0.9°C
Avg High19.0°C18.4°C18.6°C19.2°C19.9°C+0.9°C
Avg Low13.1°C12.6°C12.6°C12.8°C14.0°C+0.9°C
Avg Rain83 mm80 mm52 mm51 mm115 mm+33 mm

Extreme November Records in Thames

🔥Warmest November25.4°C2019
🧊Coldest November7.6°C1994
🌧️Wettest November229 mm2022
🏜️Driest November15 mm2009
🌬️Windiest November3.7 m/s1996

Key Insights for November

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November temperatures in Thames have risen by about 0.9°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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November has ranged from a record low of 7.6°C (1994) to a record high of 25.4°C (2019).

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Rainfall in November is one of the drier months, averaging 73 mm, with a wettest year of 229 mm.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Thames?

A good time to visit Thames

November is a good time to visit Thames, with days averaging 19°C and nights around 12.9°C (mean 16°C, close to Thames's yearly average) and moderate rainfall. February and January are marginally more temperate, but November still suits most travellers.

See Thames's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Thames Weather in November — In Depth

☀️ November climate overview

November is close to Thames's year-round average, with average highs near 19°C and lows around 12.9°C (mean 16°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 73 mm of rainfall and 77% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in November

November averages 73 mm of rainfall in Thames, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest November on record saw 229 mm (2022), and the driest just 15 mm (2009). Humidity sits around 77% and average wind speed is 3 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 5.7 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How November has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average November temperatures have risen by about 0.9°C. Daytime highs moved from 19.1°C to 19.9°C and overnight lows from 13.1°C to 14.1°C over the same span.
November Weather in Thames, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
2025 🔥21.0°C17.9°C14.7°C23.7°C11.0°C179 mm82%2.1 m/s6.3
202419.3°C16.4°C13.5°C22.7°C9.6°C77 mm79%2.8 m/s5.4
202319.4°C16.2°C13.1°C21.8°C10.5°C71 mm80%2.6 m/s5.6
2022 🌧️19.5°C17.0°C14.5°C21.7°C12.2°C229 mm83%3.2 m/s5
202120.4°C17.5°C14.6°C23.3°C10.6°C60 mm80%2.2 m/s5.7
202019.8°C16.8°C13.8°C21.3°C11.2°C74 mm79%2.9 m/s5.8
201920.9°C17.2°C13.5°C25.4°C10.7°C34 mm76%2.6 m/s6.6
201819.1°C16.1°C13.2°C22.1°C8.2°C85 mm78%2.5 m/s5.9
201718.9°C16.1°C13.4°C22.7°C10.3°C45 mm78%2.4 m/s5.8
201618.7°C15.8°C12.9°C22.4°C9.6°C74 mm78%3.7 m/s6
201519.3°C15.8°C12.4°C23.0°C8.1°C71 mm77%2.7 m/s6.2
201418.3°C15.2°C12.0°C22.6°C9.5°C45 mm76%3.4 m/s5.6
201320.4°C17.0°C13.6°C25.0°C10.3°C72 mm76%2.4 m/s6.2
201218.0°C14.8°C11.5°C21.7°C8.8°C27 mm75%2.8 m/s6
201118.8°C15.7°C12.5°C21.0°C9.7°C33 mm76%3.5 m/s5.8
201019.6°C16.3°C13.0°C23.9°C9.9°C23 mm77%2.1 m/s6.3
200918.9°C15.6°C12.4°C21.9°C10.2°C15 mm77%3.2 m/s5.4
200818.8°C15.8°C12.9°C23.3°C9.4°C47 mm77%2.9 m/s6
200719.3°C15.8°C12.4°C24.2°C10.4°C35 mm75%2.4 m/s5.9
200618.4°C15.6°C12.7°C20.9°C8.2°C71 mm78%3.4 m/s5.1
200519.1°C16.0°C12.9°C21.1°C10.1°C53 mm75%3 m/s5.6
200418.7°C15.7°C12.8°C21.4°C8.3°C47 mm77%2.9 m/s5.5
200318.5°C15.3°C12.2°C20.8°C9.9°C71 mm76%3.3 m/s5.5
200217.8°C14.7°C11.6°C22.4°C7.6°C48 mm76%3.5 m/s5.8
200119.2°C16.6°C14.0°C22.2°C10.5°C74 mm78%3.1 m/s5.2
200017.6°C14.6°C11.7°C21.2°C9.7°C63 mm75%3.5 m/s5.5
199919.1°C16.4°C13.6°C20.6°C9.5°C130 mm79%3.1 m/s5.5
199819.2°C16.5°C13.7°C22.1°C11.5°C68 mm76%3.3 m/s5.6
199719.0°C15.9°C12.8°C22.4°C10.2°C47 mm77%3.7 m/s5.3
199617.8°C15.1°C12.3°C20.8°C9.6°C50 mm76%3.7 m/s5.6
199518.0°C15.1°C12.3°C21.6°C9.9°C119 mm78%3.1 m/s5.6
199418.7°C15.6°C12.4°C21.9°C7.6°C48 mm75%3.4 m/s5.8
199318.0°C14.8°C11.7°C21.1°C9.1°C16 mm72%3.2 m/s5.8
199218.2°C15.6°C12.9°C21.1°C10.6°C107 mm81%3 m/s5.3
1991 ❄️17.0°C14.1°C11.1°C19.8°C8.6°C105 mm77%3.6 m/s5.9
199019.1°C16.2°C13.3°C21.4°C10.2°C114 mm79%2.9 m/s5.9
198919.0°C16.1°C13.2°C21.4°C10.0°C93 mm78%3 m/s5.6
198818.7°C16.1°C13.4°C21.2°C9.4°C63 mm81%3.4 m/s5.5
198718.9°C16.0°C13.1°C20.8°C10.6°C95 mm79%3.1 m/s5.6
198619.0°C15.8°C12.6°C22.7°C11.1°C56 mm76%2.8 m/s5.9
198518.6°C15.6°C12.6°C21.3°C9.8°C115 mm76%2.8 m/s6.1
198419.8°C17.0°C14.1°C22.3°C12.3°C100 mm81%2.7 m/s6
198318.8°C15.6°C12.5°C20.9°C9.4°C39 mm75%2.4 m/s—
198219.9°C16.6°C13.2°C23.2°C9.1°C65 mm76%3.3 m/s—
198118.3°C15.7°C13.1°C21.5°C11.2°C118 mm80%2.8 m/s—

Actual recorded November data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Thames November Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Thames in November?▼

The average high in November is around 19°C with lows near 12.9°C (mean 16°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Thames in November?▼

November averages 73 mm of rainfall in Thames, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 229 mm in 2022.

What was the hottest November on record in Thames?▼

The hottest November reached 25.4°C in 2019. The coldest dipped to 7.6°C in 1994.

Has November in Thames gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average November temperatures have risen by about 0.9°C. Daytime highs moved from 19.1°C to 19.9°C and overnight lows from 13.1°C to 14.1°C over the same span.

Is November a good time to visit Thames?▼

November is close to Thames's year-round average and one of the drier months, so plan for around 19°C daytime highs and 12.9°C at night.

Is November the coldest month in Thames?▼

Not quite — November is the 7th coolest month in Thames, averaging 16°C.

What should I pack for Thames in November?▼

For November in Thames, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 19°C and lows of 12.9°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Thames humid in November?▼

Relative humidity in November averages 77% — quite humid.

How windy is Thames in November?▼

Average wind speed in November is 3 m/s. The windiest November on record averaged 3.7 m/s (1996).

Which November had the most rainfall in Thames?▼

The wettest November on record was 2022 with 229 mm. On average, November sees 73 mm.

Where does this November weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Thames behaves each November, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for November specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.