What's the Weather like in Cadiz in November
Cadiz is Western Europe's oldest inhabited city. Its year-long good weather has drawn settlers to its shores over the ages. Even as the year progresses into November, you can expect moderate temperatures and sunny skies to occupy most days, a vast improvement on the weather experienced at this time of year in Northern Europe.
Temperature
The average temperature for the month is 17°C. You'll want to pack for mostly cool-to-moderately-warm temperatures, as daytime highs reach 20°C, and night time lows dip to 13°C. While these numbers don't reflect the city's best climate, these temperatures still remain some of the warmest you are likely to find in all of Europe.
If you are set on high temperatures during a November holiday, you may need to go as far as Southeast Asia. Phuket in Thailand is a popular vacation destination, and with an average temperature of 27°C and daytime highs of 31°C you are certain to stay warm in that subtropical climate. Remaining dry is another story. Phuket averages 16 days of rain this month with 200mm of accumulated rainfall.
Rainfall
Likewise, November is the wettest month on average in Cadiz, but the rainy season in Spain is much more moderate than in Asia. The city has 98mm of rainfall this month spread across 7 days of rain. If this nonetheless sounds like more wet than you would prefer to contend with during your holiday travels, try and schedule your visit during July, the driest month of the year.
Average Sea Temperature
Ocean temperatures continue to drop towards the end of the year, as well as sunlight hours. You will find fewer people braving the water as sea temperatures dip to 19°C. The daily average of sunlight hours falls to 8. Expect some high winds to lap off the ocean, adding a chilly breeze to the air throughout the month, especially at night-time.
For the highest level of preparedness, check the upcoming forecast frequently as your date of departure approaches, so you know how best to prepare.
Cadiz Hotels in November
Hotel de Francia y Paris
Hotel de Fancia y Paris has a great location in the Old Town that puts it at a ten-minute walk from many of the cities major attractions. They offer clean and tidy rooms with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. As soon as you leave the building, you are in the heart of the city, but the rooms remain nice and quiet despite their near vicinity to the action. The hotel runs a bar and lounge on the ground level, and offers laundry service to guests.
Hostal La Andaluza
Just southeast of the port city is San Fernando, a city of nearly 100K inhabitants, located on a peninsula connected to the port by highway. With lots to see and do here in the Cadiz, you might choose to stay in San Fernando, where crowds are smaller, rooms are more inexpensive, yet transportation to the port city is quick and easy. Hostal La Andaluza is one of the town's premiere accommodations. Rooms offer a homey, apartment-like feel, in a quaint area of the city.
Monte de la Torre
Monte de la Torre is an old English-style farmhouse located in Tarifa in southern Cadiz province. The estate itself is settled amongst gardens on a cattle and cork farm amid a national park. November is guaranteed to be a brilliant time of year to enjoy this countryside stay. The family that lives at and runs the property will be more than helpful throughout your stay in their apartments. Previous guests have called it a 'truly magical place'.
Bars and Restaurants
Vinos y Tapas Sur
Vinos y Tapas Sur is a popular, local restaurant serving traditional tapas and Spanish cuisine. Clay pot octopus, braised ox-tail and beef tartar are just a few of the exciting items from their menu. Enjoy them with a cold glass of beer, or local Spanish wine.
La Marea
La Marea is near La Caleta beach, and a perfect restaurant if you are looking to enjoy local delicacies fished right from the ocean. Not the cheapest restaurant in town, they do however deliver on their prices. The restaurant allows you to select your own lobster, if it is your wish to do so. The clientele is typically a mix of both locals and tourists, looking to enjoy some of the freshest food in town.
La Cremeria Gelato Italiano
After enjoying a meal, you might want to skip desert at the restaurant and save it for La Cremeria Gelato Italiano. It's probably the most popular place to get gelato in the city. While it's a little off the main drag, it's worth making the trip. Try a classic flavor like pistachio, or go for something unusual. They have flavors for all tastes and levels of adventurousness.
Things to do in Cadiz in November
Doñana National Park
While the sun is high and bright in the November sky, take a visit to a nearby national park. Doñana National Park. The park is a natural reserve consisting of mostly marshes, shallow streams and dunes. It was established in 1969, the land area serves as a breeding ground for many thousands of European and African birds. Tours are available that will take you through the area by both land and water.
Sancti Petri
Take a sunset boat tour. The island castle of Sancti Petri is located off the shores of San Fernando. You hire a boat to take you out to the island, where you can watch the sun slip behind the ocean waters, painting a dazzling array of colours across the sky. Bring a bottle of wine to sip while you enjoy one of nature's greatest shows.
