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Maldives
Maldives- Temperature
- 26–30°C
- Crowds
- Low-Moderate
- Prices
- $$$
+Conditions begin improving as the transition toward the dry season starts, while marine life remains strong.
–Weather can still be unsettled early in the month.
November
Best island getaways in November
For an island trip in November, Maldives comes out first, with average highs around 30°C and low-moderate crowds.
Island destinations, ranked by how good the month is there: weather, crowds, prices and events. Each card shows the real average temperature, crowd level and price level for November, and links to the full November guide for that destination.
By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026
Photo: Seychelles (#3 on this list)
2Phuket
Thailand- Temperature
- 25–32°C
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Prices
- $$$
+Dry-season conditions return and the island becomes more beach-reliable.
–Demand and prices climb quickly as the month progresses.
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Seychelles
Seychelles- Temperature
- 25–30°C
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Prices
- $
+Warmer seas and often lighter winds
–Rainfall begins increasing
4Bahamas
Bahamas- Temperature
- 20–28°C
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Prices
- $$
+The rains drop off before the winter rush.
–Hurricane season runs to November 30.
5Mauritius
Mauritius- Temperature
- 22–30°C
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Prices
- $$$
+Warm sea and good rates before December.
–Rain starts to return.
6Zanzibar
Tanzania- Temperature
- 23–31°C
- Crowds
- Low
- Prices
- $$
+Value seekers and travelers who don't need perfect weather every day
–Occasional heavy showers and less predictable conditions
7Palma de Mallorca
Spain- Temperature
- 12–20°C
- Crowds
- Low
- Prices
- €
+Low prices and a local atmosphere.
–Rain and some closures.
8Santorini
Greece- Temperature
- 15–19°C
- Crowds
- Very Low
- Prices
- €
+Quiet and cheap.
–Many places shut and weather turns wet.
9Bali
Indonesia- Temperature
- 25–32°C
- Crowds
- Low
- Prices
- $$
+Quieter beaches, lower rates and lush green landscapes.
–Humidity rises and heavier rain becomes increasingly common.
10Malta
Malta- Temperature
- 15–21°C
- Crowds
- Low
- Prices
- €
+Lower demand and quieter attractions
–More rain and less reliable outdoor weather
11Aruba
Aruba- Temperature
- 26–32°C
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Prices
- $$$
+Lower prices before the holidays.
–The wettest month.
12Crete
Greece- Temperature
- 14–20°C
- Crowds
- Low
- Prices
- €
+Quiet and cheap.
–Resorts close.
13Honolulu
United States- Temperature
- 22–29°C
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Prices
- $$$
+Calmer before the holidays.
–More rain.
14Madeira
Portugal- Temperature
- 17–23°C
- Crowds
- Low–Moderate
- Prices
- €€
+Quiet and good value.
–Rainy days.
15Maui
United States- Temperature
- 20–30°C
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Prices
- $$$
+Quieter before the holidays.
–Showers and bigger waves.
Temperatures are monthly averages. Crowd and price levels are my own judgement. Want to narrow it down? Filter all destinations for November.
FAQ
Best island getaways in November
What are the best island getaways in November?
Maldives, Phuket and Seychelles come out best in November. Island destinations, ranked by how good the month is there: weather, crowds, prices and events.
Which of these is warmest in November?
Phuket, with average highs around 32°C in November.
Which of these is quietest in November?
Santorini, where crowds in November are very low.
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