Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for November
| Metric | Minsk | Warsaw | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | -1°C (30°F) | 6°C (43°F)▲ | Warsaw |
| Average LowHigher is milder | -13°C (9°F) | 2°C (36°F)▲ | Warsaw |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 3 days▲ | 10 days | Minsk |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 33 mm▲ | 41 mm | Minsk |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 1h/day | 4h/day▲ | Warsaw |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h▲ | 18 km/h | Minsk |
Minsk and Warsaw 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.
Minsk is on the cooler side at -1°C, requiring warmer clothing. Warsaw is cooler at 6°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Minsk is the stronger choice in November. Warsaw receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Minsk reaches an average high of -1°C (30°F) and drops to -13°C (9°F) at night during November. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Warsaw averages 6°C (43°F) for the high and 2°C (36°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. There is a notable 7°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.
Minsk receives approximately 33 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during November. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Warsaw sees 41 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Minsk the drier option by 7 rain days and 8 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of -1°C, lows of -13°C, 3 rain days
Highs of 6°C, lows of 2°C, 10 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 | Minsk | Warsaw | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | -1°C | 3d | 1°C | 10d |
| Feb | 4°C | 3d | 2°C | 10d |
| Mar | 10°C | 4d | 7°C | 10d |
| Apr | 16°C | 5d | 14°C | 10d |
| May | 21°C | 6d | 19°C | 12d |
| Jun | 23°C | 6d | 22°C | 12d |
| Jul | 21°C | 6d | 24°C | 13d |
| Aug | 16°C | 5d | 24°C | 11d |
| Sep | 10°C | 4d | 18°C | 10d |
| Oct | 4°C | 3d | 12°C | 9d |
| Nov | -1°C | 3d | 6°C | 10d |
| Dec | -3°C | 3d | 2°C | 10d |
Minsk Weather in November
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