Ajaccio Weather in November

November weather

November feels mild by Corsican standards, but it's often cloudy and damp. With around 143 mm of rain on 14 days, showers can easily cut short a walk along Ajaccio's seafront. The sea and beaches are far less inviting than in summer, and with only 9.6 hours of daylight, you'll have less time for outdoor plans.

Between showers, you can still explore the old town, visit the Musée Fesch or see Maison Bonaparte. Save longer coastal walks for clearer spells, since the route to Pointe de la Parata is exposed and not much fun in wind and rain. If you can be flexible, know that October is warmer and a little drier, while December is cooler.

What's on

All Saints' Day on November 1 and Armistice Day on November 11 are public holidays in France, so expect some shops and services to close. Ajaccio doesn't have a major November festival that draws visitors the way a summer event does.

If you hate crowds, you'll find the streets and sights calmer than in the busy summer months. The rain is the main reason November rates only Fair at 5.6/10, and it falls outside the best months of May to June and September. The upside is that flights and accommodation are generally less in demand than in summer, though prices vary.

Planning your days

With about three and a half hours of sun a day, keep your plans loose. On a rainy stretch, the Musée Fesch is a good fallback, while a dry afternoon suits a stroll around the port and Place Foch. Then treat yourself to fiadone, a Corsican cheesecake made with brocciu, in a local café.

Travelling with kids? Pick an indoor sight for the morning, then check the weather before heading out.

For Pointe de la Parata, ask locally about the bus timetable before you set off. Services can be less frequent outside the main season, and you don't want to be stuck after a wet walk.