Luoyang Weather in November

Cool, mostly dry days

November feels like autumn in Luoyang, with mild afternoons and chilly mornings and evenings. The average high is 15°C, while nights can fall to 3°C. Rain is limited, so you can spend time outdoors without often needing to dodge showers.

It's a good month for walking around the Longmen Grottoes or visiting White Horse Temple. The cooler weather makes sightseeing more comfortable than October, when afternoons are warmer and rain is heavier. But daylight is shorter, and stone paths can feel cold in the shade. Save relaxed evening strolls for the old town, rather than planning a long outdoor day that runs late.

No major November festival

Luoyang's best-known Peony Festival takes place in spring, not November. There isn't a major annual November festival to build your trip around, and no national public holiday falls in the month. That can make visits to popular sights calmer than during festival periods.

For people who dislike crowds, November is a quieter choice than October and the spring peony season. Hotels and flights may also cost less than during those busier times, though prices vary. Don't expect every attraction to feel empty, especially at Longmen Grottoes on weekends.

Make daylight count

For families, November's cooler afternoons can make a full day at Longmen easier than in summer heat. Still, plan the grottoes for earlier in the day, when you have more daylight to explore the carvings and riverside paths.

At Longmen, wear shoes with a good grip; the steps and stone walkways can be uneven. After sightseeing, warm up with Luoyang water banquet, a local meal served as a series of soups and dishes. It's a cosy way to end a chilly day, especially around the old town.