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Algarve in November

Quiet and mild

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

The short answer

November is a reasonable month in Algarve — with trade-offs.

November is quiet and mild, with some places closing for winter.

6/10 overall12–20°CLow crowds€
Weather5/10
Crowds8.5/10
Prices€
Events3/10

November in detail

What November actually feels like

Weather
12–20°C
Mild, with rain.
Crowds
Low
Quiet.
Prices
€
Low rates.

+Quiet and cheap.

–Rainy days.

My tip for November

Stay in a town like Tavira or Lagos, which stay lively.

  • Value
  • Walking

How November compares

Against the other eleven months

7th of 12 overall in Algarve, 9th for weather, 3rd for space, 3rd for value. The emptiest month is January; the best value is January.

See all twelve months for Algarve

Plan around

What’s on in Algarve in November

Winter closures

November–March

Some beach bars and resort restaurants close, though towns stay open.

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Weather

Weather in Algarve in November

In November Algarve averages a high of 20°C (68°F) and a low of 12°C (54°F), with about 76 mm of rain or snow over 7 wet days. The warmest month is July (around 29°C) and the coolest is January (around 16°C); the wettest month is December.

Average high
20°C
68°F
Average low
12°C
54°F
Precipitation
76 mm
Wet days
7

Climate data: IPMA (Faro Airport, 1991–2020). Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows.

Quick answers

Algarve in November: the questions people ask

Is November a good time to visit Algarve?
November is a reasonable month in Algarve — with trade-offs. It ranks 7 of 12 months in Algarve overall (9 for weather, 3 for space, 3 for value). The main upside: Quiet and cheap. The main downside: Rainy days.
What is the weather like in Algarve in November?
Average highs are around 20°C and lows around 12°C. Expect about 76 mm of rain or snow over roughly 7 wet days. Mild, with rain. For comparison, the warmest month is July (around 29°C) and the coolest is January (around 16°C).
Is Algarve crowded in November?
Crowds are low. Quiet. The quietest month is January.
How expensive is Algarve in November?
Prices are at level 1 of 5 (€). Low rates. The best-value month is January.
When is the best time to visit Algarve?
In the CrowdFreeViews month scores, June is the best month overall (November ranks 7 of 12). The quietest month is January and the best value is January.

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