Berlin is in Germany and just like the other parts of Germany, November ushers in the winter season. Being the capital city, Berlin has continental climate with cold winter and comparatively mild summers. Below, you will get to know the type of climate you are likely to encounter in Berlin during the month of November so as to help you decide on how to deal with it.
Temperature
On the average, Berlin in November has a temperature varying between 2°C and 7°C or between 36°F and 45°F. However, it has to be remembered that these are daily averages and extremes can be quite different from one day to the other. However, advection fog can be extremely cold with temperatures blowing raising close to or below the freezing point at mid or towards the month’s end. As a result, one should pack warm items including; sweaters, jackets and head gears like hats.
Rainfall
November climatically is wet and Berlin receives an average of 46mm of rainfall. This mean that something like taking an umbrella or a waterproof jacket when going out must be done in readiness for rainy days. Expect more rainfall in Berlin and the quantities are more or less equal throughout the month which means you may end up having several rainy days. That’s why it is always appropriate to be equipped properly so that one can continue moving around the city in rain.
Daylight Hours
In November, the days are even shorter than in October because it’s getting closer to winter in Berlin. At the beginning of the month, you can expect about 9-10 hours of daylight, with the sun rising around 7:rise at 30 am and setting around 4:30 pm. By end of November, the number of hours of daylight is approximately 8hours, the sun rises later and sets earlier. With this, the amount of daylight is limited when scheduling outdoor activities and when designing such that special focus has to be placed on those activities that are fun during the night.
Winds
Weather in Berlin in November shows moderate to strong wind blows throughout the month. It is quite frequent gusts to rise up to 35 kilometres per hour, which is equal to 22 miles per hour. What is more, depending on the wind, nights can be even colder than the temperature would suggest. This will enable you avoid dressing in layers or wearing clothes made from wind resistant fabrics and be extremely cold or uncomfortable during your time in the city.
Special Events and Activities
November in Berlin is however chilly at times and can be wet, but there are several events that take place in Berlin in November. Here are a few noteworthy ones:
The Festival of Lights: How to celebrate
In November, there is the international Festival of Lights in Berlin when the city’s important facilities and constructions are decorated with the mysterious light screens. It’s a very romantic time to get out and about in the city and see how some of the most important buildings have been wrapped for the season.
Visit Christmas Markets
Since the third week of November most Christmas markets are launched and people feel cheerful and festive. There are also food tickets and beverage, specialties, and craft stalls and entertaintment. That is the best chance to delve into the richer Germans’ holiday experience at that unique time.
We celebrate the Berlin Jazz Festival
The festivals are as follows: Berlin Jazz Festival is held in the month of November every year. If you love listening and dancing to musical instruments, getting to this festival is going to be an amazing cultural adventure.
Conclusion
November is characterized as a transitional month in Berlin because the beginning of the winter season starts in this month. Key highlights of the climate will assist you when packing clothes and equipment, and the timing of your activities. Get ready for cooler climate, sometime’s rain and most of the time early in the evening it will be dark. Do not think that the cold season is bad for visiting because there are many activities that you can enjoy in a city at such a time. If dressed appropriately and time is on your side Berlin in November can indeed be a whole lot of fun.
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