Kyoto vs Tokyo

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Kyoto edges ahead as the better destination in November. Kyoto offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 8 rain days, while Tokyo sees 7 sunshine hours and 9 rain days.

Kyoto sits in the comfortable travel range at 16°C. Tokyo is also comfortable at 16°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Kyoto is the stronger choice in November. Kyoto receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Kyoto reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during November. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Tokyo averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in November.

Kyoto receives approximately 82 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during November. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Tokyo sees 89 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Kyoto the drier option by 1 rain day and 7 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.