November in Warsaw 2026: Weather & Events
“Cool and moody. Best paired with warm rooms and long lunches.”
Roughly 10 rainy days across the month, on average.
November drops Warsaw into pre-winter. Highs cool to 7.1°C (45°F), lows edge to 2.4°C (36°F), rainfall stays low at 42mm across 9.5 damp days, and sunshine collapses to 3.5 hours daily. Fog settles on the Vistula most mornings, and streetlights along Krakowskie Przedmieście turn on before 4pm.
Independence Day on November 11 anchors the month with a national march down the Royal Route that draws hundreds of thousands. St. Nicholas builds toward the December 6 pierogi tradition preview. The Christmas market on Krakowskie Przedmieście opens November 21 with mulled wine stalls, pierogi vendors, and hand-painted bombka ornaments running through January 6. Bison-grass Żubrówka vodka distilleries release winter blends, and Praga district hipster east-bank bars run indoor heater season programs.
Across 11 complete years (2015-2025), November in Warsaw has grown notably darker and drier than a decade ago. First measurable snow hit mid-month in 2018 and 2023 but held off entirely in 2020. Fog days now average 10 per month. Outlooks for 2026 point to a normal November with the Christmas market opening in typical mist rather than snow.
Travelers heading to Warsaw in 2026 should target the last week of November for the Christmas market opening. Pack heavy waterproofing and warm layers for damp cold that penetrates faster than dry sub-zero air. Airline prices remain low, making late November in 2026 a strong value bet for holiday-market seekers looking for genuine central European tradition without December peak pricing.
Real pierogi live at Zapiecek on Świętojańska, not the Old Market Square tourist traps. The Neon Muzeum in Praga collects Cold War signage the city almost scrapped. Tram 22 from Wiatraczna to Wola crosses the entire pre-war Jewish quarter footprint in 40 minutes. Milk bars like Bar Bambino on Krucza still serve 15 PLN lunches subsidized under 1960s regulations that never got repealed.
What to pack for Warsaw in November
November in Warsaw combines damp cold with early darkness, so warm waterproofing is essential:
- Insulated waterproof parka
- Waterproof boots with wool socks
- Merino base layer plus fleece
- Windproof gloves and wool beanie
- Compact umbrella for morning fog and rain
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Things worth doing
Independence Day march Nov 11, Christmas market opens Nov 21 Krakowskie Przedmieście, POLIN Museum, Warsaw Uprising Museum, mulled Żubrówka tastings, Praga heater season
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Best time to visit Warsaw
While November has its own character in Warsaw, the data-backed best months to visit Warsaw are May, June, July, August. These months combine the most favourable temperatures, rainfall, and sunshine across an 11-year climate record (2015–2025).
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Warsaw in November — FAQ
Q01Is November a good time to visit Warsaw?
Is November a good time to visit Warsaw?
It is a fair time to visit — expect variable conditions and plan flexibility. In November, Warsaw averages a high of 7°C (45°F) and a low of 2°C (36°F), with 42mm of rainfall across roughly 10 rainy days. Chopin Concerts in Łazienki Park run every Sunday May through September at noon and 4pm; Wianki festival on June 21 floats wreaths down the Vistula.
Q02What is the average temperature in Warsaw in November?
What is the average temperature in Warsaw in November?
The average high temperature in Warsaw during November is 7°C (45°F), with an average low of 2°C (36°F). These figures are averaged from 11 complete years of daily records (2015–2025, Open-Meteo Archive).
Q03How many rainy days does Warsaw have in November?
How many rainy days does Warsaw have in November?
Warsaw averages approximately 10 rainy days in November, with a total monthly rainfall of about 42mm. This is based on daily precipitation records where days with 1mm or more of rain are counted as rainy days.
Q04What should I pack for Warsaw in November?
What should I pack for Warsaw in November?
For Warsaw in November, pack a warm winter coat, a merino base layer for evenings, comfortable walking shoes. These recommendations are based on 11 complete years of weather averages for this specific month. Coins for the pay-toilet at Central Station; card readers break constantly and the queue outside is worse than the weather.
Q05How crowded is Warsaw in November?
How crowded is Warsaw in November?
Tourist crowds in Warsaw during November are typically moderate. Consider this when planning accommodation — prices track crowd levels closely. Real pierogi live at Zapiecek on Świętojańska, not the Old Market Square tourist traps. The Neon Muzeum in Praga collects Cold War signage the city almost scrapped. Tram 22 from Wiatraczna to Wola crosses the entire pre-war Jewish quarter footprint in 40 minutes. Milk bars like Bar Bambino on Krucza still serve 15 PLN lunches subsidized under 1960s regulations that never got repealed.