If you plan to visit Oulu in November, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +32°F during the day and approximately 2 sunny days. Expect some snowy, though, as there are typically 11 snowy days in the month and around 27 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+32°F
Avg. max. temperature
-20°F
Min.
+50°F
Max.
21 mm
Total precipitation
88%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
5 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Oulu has OK weather in November.
Average temperature in Oulu in November
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Oulu for November based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +39°F during the day to a minimum of 0°F during the night, the temperature in November averages around +28°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +28°F to +23°F.
Is Oulu warm or cold in November?
Oulu is typically chill in November.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +41°F to +32°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +34°F to +25°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
Take a look at how November is compared to other months in Oulu:
Water temperature in Oulu in November
Water in Oulu in November is Cold. It varies from +35°F to +46°F, with an average of +41°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +32°F.
In November, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Oulu are reached in July, when the average sea temperature rises to +62°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +31°F.
Can you swim in Oulu in November?
We would not recommend swimming in Oulu in November, the water is very cold (+41°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Oulu in November
Oulu weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
October
November
December
Avg. temperature
+41°F
+32°F
+25°F
Min. temperature
+1°F
-20°F
-24°F
Max. temperature
+68°F
+50°F
+45°F
Rainfall
47 mm
21 mm
7 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+46°F
+41°F
+36°F
Humidity
86%
88%
88%
Air pressure
1009 HPa
1008 HPa
1006 HPa
Sunny days
3
2
2
Cloudy days
12
12
13
Rainy days
12
5
1
Snowy days
5
11
15
November often has better weather than October.It’s getting colder in November. From +41°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +32°F.As November arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 47 mm to 21 mm.Humidity rises from 86% to 88%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during November, staying around 4 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 3 sunny days in October to 2 in November.
December brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Oulu in November based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Oulu is gradually decreasing during November, going from 5 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Oulu based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 3% chance of rain on an average day in November, with total rainfall of approximately 10 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 9 mm, which is considered light rain.Oulu is amazing in November with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Oulu wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 77 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during November in Oulu based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 27% chance of snow on an average day in November, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 33 mm.
November is one of the snowiest months in Oulu.
Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last November in Oulu?
This is the weather in Oulu in November 2023:
1 November
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+29°F
2 November
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+29°F
3 November
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+27°F
4 November
🌨️
+34°F
5 November
☁️
+39°F
6 November
🌫️
+38°F
7 November
☁️
+35°F
8 November
☁️
+34°F
9 November
☁️
+32°F
10 November
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+31°F
11 November
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+26°F
12 November
☀️
+27°F
13 November
☀️
+27°F
14 November
☀️
+21°F
15 November
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+25°F
16 November
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+23°F
17 November
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+29°F
18 November
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+29°F
19 November
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+30°F
20 November
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+27°F
21 November
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+19°F
22 November
🌨️
+29°F
23 November
🌨️
+32°F
24 November
🌨️
+24°F
25 November
🌨️
+25°F
26 November
🌨️
+18°F
27 November
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+8°F
28 November
🌨️
+29°F
29 November
🌨️
+29°F
30 November
☁️
+23°F
In November 2023 Oulu had 5 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +28°F, with an absolute maximum of +39°F and a minimum of +9°F. The average humidity was 91%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 79%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in November?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Oulu climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Oulu in November has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+37°F) and the highest in 2020 (+47°F). The driest year was 2002 with only 247 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 603 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Oulu in November:
Is November a good time to visit Oulu?
It’s always a good time to visit Oulu, but the weather is changeable in November, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Oulu in November?
Not really, November is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Oulu in November?
Swimming in Oulu in November is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Oulu rainy in November?
Oulu is usually dry in November. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Oulu in November?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Oulu in November, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Finland
Check out the weather for other cities in Finland.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Oulu, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.