Yes, for travelers who come for food, museums and walks in cool air, with a truffle market and an olive oil festival on the calendar. Afternoons in Florence reach 60°F (16°C) in November, which is comfortable for walking between sights.
The days are short, with 9 hours 42 minutes of daylight by mid-November, and rain falls on about ten days of the month. Outdoor plans work best in the morning, and the afternoon is for a museum.
At a glance
- Florence afternoon high: 60°F (16°C)
- Florence night low: 44°F (6°C)
- Siena high and low: 58°F (14°C) and 45°F (7°C)
- Rainy days: 10 in both Florence and Siena
- Daylight on November 15: 9 hours 42 minutes
- Events: Mugello truffle market on November 21 and 22, Festival of Olio Nuovo on November 29
What is the weather like in Tuscany in November?
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rain | Rainy days | Daylight (15th) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1 in (105 mm) | 9 | 11 h 06 |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 44°F (6°C) | 4.5 in (115 mm) | 10 | 9 h 42 |
| December | 53°F (11°C) | 37°F (3°C) | 3.2 in (81 mm) | 10 | 8 h 57 |
*Long-term monthly averages.*
November in Tuscany is cool and damp. In Florence the afternoon high is 60°F (16°C) and the night low is 44°F (6°C).
Rain falls on about ten days in both cities, so roughly one day in three. Carry a waterproof jacket and plan the open-air sights for the morning, when the light lasts. Keep museums and covered markets for the wetter afternoons.
October is warmer, with a Florence high of 71°F (22°C) and nine rainy days. December is colder, with a high of 53°F (11°C), and the daylight falls to under 9 hours by mid-month. November sits between the two.
Where to go in Tuscany in November
Florence
Palazzo Pitti houses five museums, which makes it a good place to spend a wet afternoon. The Boboli Gardens, part of the 12 Medici villas on the UNESCO list, suit a dry morning. The festival 50 Giorni di Cinema runs in the city until December 10.
Siena
The Palazzo Pubblico holds the Allegory of Good and Bad Government, and visitors can go into the Hall of Nine. It’s an indoor visit that suits a day when the 10 rainy days of the month show up.
San Gimignano
The town has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1990. Its civic museums are three: the Town Hall with the Picture Gallery and Great Tower, the Church of San Lorenzo in Ponte, and the Complesso Museale di Santa Chiara. Together they fill a day when the weather turns.
Lucca
The Walls, the Cathedral of San Martino, Piazza Anfiteatro, the Guinigi Tower and the Torre delle Ore are among Lucca’s main attractions. The Botanical Garden and the Antica Zecca are also on the list.
Val d’Orcia
The area covers five municipalities: Castiglione d’Orcia, Montalcino, Pienza, Radicofani and San Quirico d’Orcia. Trekking and cycling routes of varying difficulty link villages, monuments and nature reserves, and they’re shown in the official app. Pick a short route in November, since daylight is limited.
Maremma Regional Park
The park sits on the coast and reaches into the Maremma hills, and it can be explored on foot, by bike or on horseback. The walking route to San Rabano takes 5 hours and covers 6 miles (9.6 km). With under 10 hours of daylight, start in the morning.
What to do in Tuscany in November
Mugello truffle market in Borgo San Lorenzo
The 29th Market Exhibition of Mugello White and Black Truffle and Local Products takes place on November 21 and 22, 2026, a Saturday and Sunday, in the historic center of Borgo San Lorenzo.
Restaurants in the center serve snacks and dishes made with local truffles during the market. Book a table ahead if you want to eat there on one of those two days.
Festival of Olio Nuovo in San Leolino
On Sunday, November 29, San Leolino celebrates local extra virgin olive oil with tastings and a producers’ competition.
The festival falls at the end of the month, a week after the truffle market.
Palazzo Pubblico in Siena
These are indoor sights, so they suit a gray November day.
The Museo Civico offers a free audioguide app in Italian, English, French, German and Italian sign language. Download it before you go. The museum is inside the restricted traffic zone and can’t be reached directly by car, so plan to arrive on foot from the bus station or from the railway station about 1 mile (2 km) away.
Villa medicea della Petraia above Florence
The villa has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2013. It stands on the slopes of Monte Morello with a view of Florence, and its terraces are known for their flowers.
Walking in the Maremma Park
The park lets you explore on foot, by bike or on horseback.
Daylight is down to 9 hours 42 minutes in mid-November, so an early start leaves room to get back. Choose a dry day for it, since the month has about ten rainy ones.
Is Tuscany busy in November?
November’s dates are smaller local events: the truffle market in Borgo San Lorenzo, the olive oil festival at San Leolino, and the Valdambra events program in Bucine, which runs until November 30.
Farmhouse stays are an option, such as Agriturismo La Campana in Asciano, in the province of Siena, and Tenuta Ricrio in Casale Marittimo.
A stay tax applies and the region allows up to 5 euros per night. Each town sets its own rate and its own cap on nights. Lucca charges for up to three consecutive nights in the same accommodation. Greve in Chianti charges for up to 7 nights, at 3 euros for a 4-star hotel and 2 euros for an agriturismo. Casole d’Elsa charges for the first 5 days only.
What to pack for Tuscany in November
Nights drop to 44°F (6°C) in Florence, and about ten days bring rain. Pack for layers and wet pavement, plus a few things for the trails.
- A warm layer for evenings, since the Florence night low is 44°F (6°C)
- A waterproof jacket or umbrella for the ten rainy days
- Walking shoes with grip for trails like the 6 mile (9.6 km) walk to San Rabano
- A daypack with water for full days in the Maremma Park or the Val d’Orcia
- Headphones and a charged phone for the free Museo Civico audioguide app in Siena, and the official Val d’Orcia app
What to know before visiting Tuscany in November
Driving into Florence means dealing with the ZTL, the restricted traffic zone. It’s active Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s not active on Sundays and public holidays. There is no on-street parking inside it, only structures and private garages. Without a garage inside, transit is allowed for 3 hours only, to unload luggage and park elsewhere. From December 1, 2026, new access bans apply to Euro 1 petrol and Euro 2 diesel vehicles.
The U.S. State Department rates Italy Level 2, Exercise increased caution, due to terrorism (issued September 10, 2026). It recommends enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) and highly recommends buying travel insurance before you travel.
Is November a good time to visit Tuscany?
Yes, for travelers who want local food, museums and quiet walks. November brings a truffle market, an olive oil festival and the cool, damp weather that suits indoor sights.
For food, the late part of the month is the one to pick. The truffle market on November 21 and 22 and the olive oil festival on November 29 both fall in those last ten days. For museums and indoor sights, any week works, since rain falls on about ten days of the month. For walking, choose a dry morning and be back before the light fades.
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