What to expect in Kyoto in November
November is one of the best times to visit Kyoto. Expect 17° / 7°, the biggest crowds of the year and premium prices.
Kyoto weather in November
Typical conditions in Kyoto during November, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 17°C 63°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 7°C 45°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 20/100 |
| Daylight | 10 h 20 min |
| How it feels | Mild — layers weather |
Average highs sit around 17°C with lows near 7°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Kyoto — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as high season: premium prices.
What to pack
Layers you can shed: 17°C by day and about 7°C after dark is a two-jacket kind of month. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
This is peak pricing for Kyoto. Expect to pay a premium on flights and accommodation, and to book considerably further ahead than usual. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 6% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Autumn Foliage (Koyo) while you’re there.
- Autumn Foliage (Koyo) — Maple leaves turn at temples like Tofuku-ji and Eikando.
Kyoto in November compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 30° / 20° | Moderate | $$ | 61 |
| October | 24° / 13° | Moderate | $$ | 62 |
| November · This month | 17° / 7° | High | $$$ | 42 |
| December | 11° / 2° | Moderate | $$ | 56 |
| January | 9° / 1° | Low | $ | 63 |
These months score higher for Kyoto on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in November
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in November.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
