Xi’an Weather in November: Temperature, Clothing Guide & Travel Tips

Written by Clementine | Updated August 22,2025

While other tourists visit Xian in the peak season (April to October), some in the known travel to Xian in November, as there are fewer tourist crowds and potential savings on transportation and accommodation. Before your trip, always remember to check Xian weather forecast in November. And Whenever you choose to visit Xian, let China Xian Tour, the best local travel agency, take you there in the utmost flexible at the best price, with excellent service.

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• What’s the Weather in Xi’an in November?
• Averages of Xian Weather & Climate in November
• Xian Weather in November in History
• What to Wear in Xi’an in November
• Where to Go in Xi’an in November
• Tips to Know for Traveling Xi’an in November

What’s the Weather in Xi’an in November?

The autumn in Xi’an gradually comes to an end in November, and the winter season will come by in late November. According to Chinese lunar calendar, the Winter Clothing Festival and the day of the Beginning of Winter fall in November, suggestin the coming of the winter.

Therefore, Xian weather in November could be cold and dry. Sometimes you might see the first snow in this city at the end of November. The temperature drops significantly as the winter comes, with a daytime high of 12 °C (53.6 °F). At night, Xi’an weather in November will be getting more and more chilly and windy.

The highest temperature in Xi ‘an in November is 24℃ (in 1991), and the lowest temperature in Xi ‘an in November is -17℃ (in 1951).

Averages of Xian Weather & Climate in November

Xian Weather in November in History

What to Wear in Xi’an in November

Padded jackets, sweaters, wool overcoats, pea coats, short boots are appropriate clothes to wear in Xi’an in November. If you plan to take a walk in the evening, you may also need a hat and gloves. Masks are essential in smoggy weather.

Where to Go in Xi’an in November

What Does Xian Look like in November? Golden ginkgo leaves contrast with the stunning scarlet foliage as the air cools throughout late fall, making the historic city of Xi’an a colorful picture.

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November is the off-season for tourism in Xi’an. It is not the best time to visit Xi’an, but it’s a good choice for budget travelers on account of the relatively cheap price of accommodation and transportation.

Enjoy the fascinating ginkgo forests at Hanyangling Mausoleum or Ancient Guanyin Temple. Take your camera and catch the breathtaking natural picture scroll of layers of golden yellow ginkgo leaves.

Best Things to Do in Xi’an in November

Visit the Terracotta Army

November is a good time to see the Terracotta Warriors, as the peak travel season is past and there will be far fewer crowds than in summer. Since that, you’re likely to get a quieter and more immersive experience, which allows you to truly appreciate every small detail of this ancient wonder (better avoid weekends and public holidays).

Relax at Huaqing Pool

Bathing in hot springs is one of the most comfortable activities in Xi’an in November. After visiting the splendid Tang Dynasty architecture of Huaqing Pool, enjoy a rejuvenating soak in the scenic hot spring area to fully relax.

Discover Hanyang Mausoleum

Explore the Hanyang Mausoleum while surrounded by golden ginkgo trees. Here you can also see many visitors in their traditional Hanfu outfit and take photos with the falling ginkgo leaves. This is a unique activity that blends culture, history, and natural beauty together.

Stroll Through the Muslim Quarter

The bustling Muslim Quarter is definitely a place you can’t miss in your Xi’an tour, where you can warm up anytime with all the best local food like hot mutton steamed bread and seasonal treats like osmanthus cake. However, beyond food, you may also get impressed by the cultural vide in the quarter after it comes alive with scenes like, for example, lantern fairs and folk performances in early autumn.

Watch the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show

One of the things that most travelers would manage to enjoy is the spectacular Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Performance at the Tang Dynasty Palace, where you can also have a delicious Xi’an-style dumpling banquet. This cultural show creates a dream-like scene for audiences which would bring the grandeur of the Tang era to the modern life, allowing visitors to take a real glimpse of the royal life in Tang Dynasty. With such a wonderful experience, countless people have agreed that it’s one of Xi’an’s most iconic and enjoyable evening activities.

Appreciate Murals at Shaanxi History Museum

Also, if time allows, go visit the Shaanxi History Museum, where you can admire the exquisite Tang Dynasty murals (618–907). With a smaller crowds, it will become easier to enjoy the art and historical exhibits at a relaxed pace.

√Recommended Xian Tours  in November:

• Xian Tang Dynasty Show & Dumpling Dinner Tour
• Best Xian Day Tour
• 3 Days Xi’an History & Culture Learning Tour

Tips to Know for Traveling Xi’an in November

Skincare is necessary to protect your face from dryness and coldness in the arid Xi’an climate in November.

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