Weather Comparison
Porto vs Madrid
Side-by-side weather comparison for November
November Weather: Porto vs Madrid
| Metric | Porto | Madrid | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 16°C (61°F)▲ | 13°C (55°F) | Porto |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 10°C (50°F)▲ | 5°C (41°F) | Porto |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 13 days | 7 days▲ | Madrid |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 166 mm | 54 mm▲ | Madrid |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 7h/day | 8h/day▲ | Madrid |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 18 km/h | 13 km/h▲ | Madrid |
Which City is Better in November?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Madrid edges ahead as the better destination in November. Madrid offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 7 rain days, while Porto sees 7 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.
Porto sits in the comfortable travel range at 16°C. Madrid is cooler at 13°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Madrid is the stronger choice in November. Madrid receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Temperature Comparison in November
Porto reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during November. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Madrid averages 13°C (55°F) for the high and 5°C (41°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in November.
Rainfall Comparison in November
Porto receives approximately 166 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during November. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Madrid sees 54 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Madrid the drier option by 6 rain days and 112 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Porto vs Madrid
Packing for Porto in November
Highs of 16°C, lows of 10°C, 13 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Packing for Madrid in November
Highs of 13°C, lows of 5°C, 7 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
- ✓a warm scarf
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers. These items are useful in either destination during November.
Year-Round Comparison: Porto vs Madrid
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.November is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Porto | Madrid | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 13°C | 12d | 9°C | 7d |
| Feb | 14°C | 10d | 12°C | 6d |
| Mar | 16°C | 10d | 15°C | 7d |
| Apr | 17°C | 12d | 18°C | 8d |
| May | 20°C | 11d | 22°C | 7d |
| Jun | 23°C | 6d | 28°C | 3d |
| Jul | 25°C | 4d | 32°C | 1d |
| Aug | 26°C | 4d | 32°C | 2d |
| Sep | 24°C | 6d | 26°C | 4d |
| Oct | 20°C | 13d | 20°C | 7d |
| Nov | 16°C | 13d | 13°C | 7d |
| Dec | 14°C | 13d | 10°C | 7d |
Porto Weather in November
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Madrid Weather in November
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