When you're tired of work and the New Year is still a long way off, it's time to shake things up and take an interesting trip. To Düsseldorf, for example. This beautiful and fun German city will fill you with energy.
Plus, it's not too cold to take the kids, and the school holidays have started. With less pressure to go on holiday at work, it's easy to take a week off and see the world.
Holidays in Düsseldorf in November: pros and cons
If you read reviews of holidays in Düsseldorf in November, you will realise that the city is beautiful at any time of the year, and that even rain and bad weather do not prevent a busy sightseeing programme.
Düsseldorf in November is a wonderful holiday destination because
- The weather is quite warm and dry, as it is in autumn.
- The variety of architectural monuments, modern art and museums is enough to make even the most seasoned tourist's head spin.
- Low season, which means cheaper accommodation.
- A great opportunity to visit the opening of the Carnival season on 11 November and the opening of the Christmas markets.
- Flight tickets are available at a good price — flights only go up for Carnival in February.
There are a few seasonal details to keep in mind:
- Dress warmly — it's far from summer outside;
- Shoes must be comfortable, save the impractical for later;
- It is important to plan a back-up programme of excursions in case of rain.
Düsseldorf weather in November
The weather in November and December is still warm and dry enough to spend a lot of time outdoors. The main thing is to wear warm clothes and shoes. The weather in early November reaches quite high temperatures and this, combined with sunny weather and golden leaves on the trees, makes for vibrant scenery and beautiful photographs in the background.
In mid-November, the temperature in Düsseldorf drops by only a few degrees. Precipitation, or lack of it, plays a big role. And November is a rather 'dry' month for this city.
At the end of November, the weather in Düsseldorf cools down a few degrees, but it's still above freezing. At this time of year, however, the sky becomes increasingly cloudy and an unpleasant, piercing wind blows in from the river. Tourists spend more and more time diluting their walks by sitting in cafes, visiting museums and drinking hot tea.
Air and water temperature
Temperatures in Düsseldorf in November do not usually drop below freezing, even at night. So there is no fear of freezing temperatures in the morning after a night of rain. The weather in November itself can be a bit cheeky and changeable. Sometimes there are days when sun and rain alternate several times a day.
The mild climate of the city's riverside location also plays its part. But even if it does rain for a few hours, it's over quickly and the rainfall is light and won't soak your clothes. If you're travelling with young children, they can wait it out with a cup of cocoa in one of the local cafes, while adults won't even notice the clouds and a few small drops.
Air temperature in Düsseldorf in November
The average daytime temperature in Düsseldorf is around +8-9°C. Night temperatures are slightly lower, around +5-6°C. At the beginning of the month, the daytime temperature is around +11°C and the nighttime temperature is around +6°C. In the middle of the month, these figures drop to around +9°C and +5°C respectively.
Towards the end of the month, the temperature drops to +7°C during the day and +3°C at night. The temperature varies from day to day depending on the wind speed and direction, with an average of 4.1 m/s for November.
Amount of precipitation
After February, March and April, November is the fourth driest month of the year in Düsseldorf. The average rainfall in this month is around 43.3 millimetres. This is quite low for autumn. However, don't count on your luck: it is possible that it will rain on the days you are travelling.
The average number of days with rain is three. But these days in November are rarely a clear outbreak. The rain tends to be spread over a larger number of days.
Sunny, cloudy and overcast days
The good news is that November in Düsseldorf is quite sunny for the time of year. The figures for the month are as follows: 32% sunny, 34% cloudy and the remaining 34% overcast. It is considered particularly lucky if all the bad weather falls during the darkest hours of the day.
Tour Holidays
There is a lot to see and do in Düsseldorf. You can't just stay here for a few days or a weekend in early November. To see the essentials, it's a good idea to stay for at least a week.
In mid-November, apart from the street parties, it is worth visiting the Mustard Museum. Düsseldorf is proud of this product and produces many varieties in a wide range of flavours. At the museum, you can taste and buy what you like.
The local Film Museum attracts a lot of attention, as you can learn about the secrets of making and shooting films, as well as the film equipment, which is fun for boys and girls alike. Girls will love the exhibition of costumes worn by actresses in the world's most popular films and the collection of old film posters.
The Düsseldorf SkyTrain which runs between the airport and the railway station, is a special treat for adults and children alike.
Düsseldorf's promenade is also worth a visit. Here you'll find the Rheinturm television tower with its viewing platform and restaurant, and at the end is the Architectural Zoo — a series of quirky structures that will grace any tourist's photo and amuse children.
Holidays, events and festivals
The festivities in Düsseldorf in November are all in anticipation of the city's main event of the month: the arrival of the 'fifth season', as the Germans call it, the carnival season, which begins at 11.11am on 11 November.
This noisy event deserves special attention. Large-scale installations and people in costume take part in a grand procession accompanied by crowds of onlookers.
It's worth noting that 11 November is only the start of the event, as the actual carnival and the most lively festivities take place in February. On 22 November, the spirit of Christmas is 100% in the city. This is when the Christmas markets begin. Unlike other German cities, the festive stalls are not concentrated in one place, but scattered along the many main streets.
Düsseldorf is famous for hosting almost a fifth of the world's trade fairs, so you are bound to catch some in November. Check out the trade fair calendar and see if the theme of any of these shows appeals to your family.
Cost of vacation
Prices in Düsseldorf in November are quite reasonable and if you book your hotel and flight in advance, you can organise a relatively cheap autumn holiday.
Airfares
As Carnival in February is more interesting for foreign tourists and Europeans prefer to travel by land, air tickets in November are even 2-3% cheaper than the average price for the year. Compared to October, the average price will be 14% higher and compared to December, 11% lower. The annual average is reached in December and then begins to rise steadily, fuelled by sales and the February holidays.
Hotels
Starting in the first month of autumn, room rates in Düsseldorf hotels will gradually increase. Compared to October, for example, a hotel room will cost 8% more. An increase is expected in December for the Christmas holidays.
Tips for parents
Düsseldorf is a great option for an autumn break. There are plenty of attractions for the whole family, both in the city and in the suburbs. We recommend that you check the weather forecast in advance, plan your outings carefully in case of rain, and set off in good spirits for a new experience. Kidpassage wishes you a great holiday and many happy moments! We are sure you will: trip to Düsseldorf in November would be 100% the right decision.
