What's the Weather Like in Vienna in November?
November marks the start of the cold part of the year in Vienna, Austria. The temperature drops, the days get shorter and the amount of sunshine decreases as well. Although this may seem a bit depressing, you can also look at the bright side and consider spending your days sipping coffee in one of the city's countless cafés and coffee bars in the mornings and sampling some wine in a bar in the evening. During the day, there are enough museums and attractions to keep you occupied indoors.
Temperature
November, don't be mistaken, is a chilly month. The average temperature is now 5°C, five degrees below October's average. December, however, will be much, much colder. During the nights, the temperature drops to an average low of 2°C. In the afternoons, it doesn't rise above an average high of 7°C needless to say that a warm jacket will be useful if you want to get out and enjoy the crisp autumn air. Both those average low and high temperatures drop even further in the course of the month. They decrease respectively from 4°C to 0°C and from 11°C to 5°C.
Rainfall and Snow
Precipitation-wise, November is a perfectly average month. There is a total of 50mm of rainfall, which is spread out over 14 days with precipitation. That total may be slightly more than the previous and following month tiny seasonal peak, if you will but the difference is so small that it's barely noticeable. The chance that rainfall occurs rises throughout the month, from 55% in the beginning to 65% toward the end.
Four types of precipitation are observed in November, one of which, moderate rain, is by far the most common one. Moderate rain occurs on no less than 51% of the days with rainfall. Snow starts falling once again this month, mainly toward the end, and is recorded on 25% of the days with precipitation. Light rain and drizzle may be experienced as well, respectively on 12% and 10% of the rainy days.
Sunshine Hours
Sunshine is limited by two factors in November, short day and lots of clouds, which we will get to shortly. November has 5 hours of sunshine per day on average the same number was also recorded in January and February, while December, the least sunny month, has 4 hours of sunshine per day.
Daylight Hours
In the course of November, the days shorten by 1.15 hours. November 1 is the longest day with 9.55 daylight hours; with 8.40 hours of daylight, November 30 is the shortest day.
Clouds
Cloud cover increases significantly throughout this month, from 78% to 88%, which means that the skies in November tend to be mostly cloudy.
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Hotels for Vienna in November
Hotel Daniel
Prices in November will be among the lowest of the year, which makes it a preferred month to visit for some people. One hotel you should absolutely check out is the modern four-star Hotel Daniel. This contemporary accommodation calls itself a "smart luxury" hotel, meaning that its focus lies on modern designs, friendly service and flexibility. The rooms are bright and spacious and offer free Wi-Fi. You will be able to start every day with a filling breakfast, while during the day you can please your sweet tooth with a pastry from the Daniel Bakery.
Hotel Erzherzog Rainer
Another excellent place to stay in Vienna is the Hotel Erzherzog Rainer, a four-star hotel that has been run by a local family for more than a century. It focuses on tradition and history, the city's imperial past shown in the very name of the hotel. When you stay there, you will get a complimentary breakfast, free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV in your room and even a pillow service. In the restaurant, you can refuel after spending a long day exploring.
Art Hotel Vienna
A three-star hotel in Vienna's 5th District, Art Hotel Vienna is a modern contemporary hotel with fast connections to the city centre. Facilities include an underground car park and a lobby bay. Each of the 48 rooms has its very own design and decorations, Wi-Fi access, a bathroom, a TV and telephone and radio.
Restaurants and Bars for Vienna in November
Gergely's
Restaurant and bar Gergely's is located on Schlossgasse, in one of Vienna's hippest and trendiest districts. It is housed in the vault of a 14th-century castle, which makes it an incredibly charming place to go for a drink or meal. The cozy ambience of the place, combined with brilliant chandeliers and a vaulted ceiling, make it a strongly recommended place to visit after a day of sightseeing. There's hardly a better place in Vienna for draft beers and delicious Angus beef steaks cooked on lava stones.
Things to Do in Vienna in November
When visiting Vienna in November, the colder temperatures and cloudier skies will chase people inside. Although there is still sunshine to be enjoyed, this is a perfect month to visit Vienna's landmark buildings, palaces and museums and enjoy a world-class cup of coffee, of course!
Burgtheater
As the former (world) capital of arts, philosophy and music, Vienna is still a major hub of creativity. Besides the famous State Opera, Philharmonic Orchestra and remarkable Vienna Boys' Choir, the Burgtheater, National Theatre in English, is a strongly recommended venue to spend at least one November evening. The stunning building was, in fact, one of the first theatres in Europe's German-speaking countries and it is still used as a theatre building to this day. The theatre focuses on Austrian plays, but also regularly features international plays.
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Another cultural attraction is the St. Stephen's Cathedral. This enormous 12th-century cathedral towers over the city and is one of Austria's most significant Gothic buildings. Visiting this impressive cathedral is an absolute must-do when staying in Vienna. You can also climb the 343 steps to the tower room in one of the four towers for breathtaking views over the city.
