The crowds of summer in August hotspots such as Italy, Croatia and France are a thing of the past once the school holidays are over and autumn has cooled off warm temperatures.
November brings wet, dark and dreary weather to the UK with the bang of Bonfire Night; summer days usually feel like a distant dream by this point in the year. The upside? With that comes great holiday deals, including cheap accommodation and discounted flights, depending on where you’re heading.
With the respite of the still mild (in some places) “shoulder season” months of September and October firmly over, having some vitamin D to look forward to can be crucial in the build-up to Christmas.
From European islands to Asian coastal cities, certain destinations see average temperature highs of 32C in November as summer starts in the southern hemisphere.
So dig out your sunnies and dust off your sandals; here’s The Independent’s round-up of beach vacay destinations to thaw out on scorching shores and top up a tan before the December festivities begin.
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Best November holiday destinations for sun
Bangkok, Thailand
- Average temperature in November: 33.1C
- Hours of sunshine per day: 8
November marks the end of the monsoon season in Bangkok, with temperatures plateauing at around 33C, the same daily highs as the sweltering Thai summer – although perfectly manageable from the comfort of a beach resort. Sunshine hours in Thailand’s capital and largest metropolis peak in November and warm, dry conditions prevail for balmy evenings spent at Bangkok’s lively, social night markets.
The character of buzzing Thai cities is best exemplified by the vibrant nightlife and well-populated stalls here, and Bangkok’s mix of markets, temples and sky bars sit alongside a range of boutique, luxury and budget hotels to suit a diverse cast of visitors.
Read more: Why you should visit Thailand during the off-season
Barbados, Caribbean
- Average temperature in November: 30.3C
- Hours of sunshine per day: 8
Just north of the equator, November in Barbados boasts eight daily…
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