Florence November — rooftop view over a quiet city on a cold grey afternoon

Florence · Italy

November

Cold and frequently grey — but the Uffizi is nearly empty and prices are the second-lowest of the year.

Strong option

#9 of 12 months

There are better months for Florence — see the full ranking below.

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Climate

High

13.6°C

Low

6.5°C

Rain

88mm

Sun

4.2hrs/day

30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5

How November scores in Florence

Weather
Average
Value
Outstanding
Crowds
Outstanding
Events
Average
Atmosphere
Good

What you gain in November

  • Museum access rivals January: Uffizi, Bargello, and Palazzo Pitti all bookable within days
  • White truffle market at San Miniato (early November) — one of Tuscany's finest food events
  • Hotel rates near annual lows — strong value for a city that is expensive in season

What you sacrifice

  • 13°C highs with frequent rain and overcast skies — persistent grey dampens the city's terracotta beauty
  • Daylight at only ~10hrs; outdoor itineraries need tight scheduling
  • Oltrarno neighbourhood terraces and rooftop spots largely shut down for winter

How November compares to September (best month)

FactorNovemberSeptember
Weather
4
9
Value
9
6
Crowds
9
7

November in other destinations

Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Florence, not across destinations. Methodology →