Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for November
| Metric | Cork | Birmingham | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 0°C (32°F) | 9°C (48°F)▲ | Birmingham |
| Average LowHigher is milder | -12°C (10°F) | 4°C (39°F)▲ | Birmingham |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 3 days▲ | 12 days | Cork |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 33 mm▲ | 65 mm | Cork |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 1h/day | 4h/day▲ | Birmingham |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h▲ | 22 km/h | Cork |
Cork and Birmingham are closely matched in November. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Cork is on the cooler side at 0°C, requiring warmer clothing. Birmingham is cooler at 9°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cork is the stronger choice in November. Birmingham receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Cork reaches an average high of 0°C (32°F) and drops to -12°C (10°F) at night during November. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Birmingham averages 9°C (48°F) for the high and 4°C (39°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. There is a notable 9°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in November.
Cork receives approximately 33 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during November. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Birmingham sees 65 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Cork the drier option by 9 rain days and 32 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 0°C, lows of -12°C, 3 rain days
Highs of 9°C, lows of 4°C, 12 rain days
Pack for both: heavy winter coat, thermal base layers, warm gloves and hat, insulated boots, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during November.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. November is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Cork | Birmingham | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 0°C | 3d | 7°C | 12d |
| Feb | 4°C | 3d | 7°C | 10d |
| Mar | 10°C | 4d | 10°C | 11d |
| Apr | 17°C | 5d | 12°C | 12d |
| May | 21°C | 6d | 15°C | 12d |
| Jun | 23°C | 6d | 18°C | 12d |
| Jul | 21°C | 6d | 20°C | 12d |
| Aug | 17°C | 5d | 20°C | 11d |
| Sep | 10°C | 4d | 17°C | 10d |
| Oct | 4°C | 3d | 13°C | 11d |
| Nov | 0°C | 3d | 9°C | 12d |
| Dec | -2°C | 3d | 7°C | 12d |
Cork Weather in November
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