- Why this month: Early November brings festival sweets, banana-leaf lunches, garland stalls, and decorated streets.
- Best time: 11am–2pm or after 7pm
- Book by: Walk-in for casual spots; 3–5 days for popular restaurants
- Crowds: High near Deepavali weekend, moderate after
- This is the month for fish head curry, roti prata, briyani, and boxes of sweets to take away.
- Don't miss: A meal around Race Course Road followed by a slow walk through Serangoon Road
- Insider tip: Eat first, then explore; the streets feel better once the midday heat breaks.
Singapore in November: Weather, festivals and things to do
Singapore in Autumn: How November compares
| Category | October | November | December |
|---|---|---|---|
Weather | 24–31°C (75–88°F), relatively pleasant, less rain | 24–31°C (75–88°F), humid, wetter from mid-month | 24–30°C (75–86°F), wettest stretch, frequent heavy showers |
Crowds | High around F1 week, then moderate | Moderate, with spikes around Deepavali, concerts, and business events | Moderate early, then high from Christmas week through New Year's |
Atmosphere | F1 buzz, late-evening city energy, Deepavali light-up begins | Deepavali lights early, holiday decorations roll in late month | Full festive mode, Christmas markets, year-end countdown build-up |
Key events | Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix, Deepavali light-up season | Deepavali on November 8 (observed November 9), BTS on November 10–11, Affordable Art Fair on November 26–29 | Christmas Wonderland peak, Orchard Road festivities, New Year's Eve planning |
Public holidays | No major public holiday in most years for October travel planning | Deepavali observed November 9, 2026 | Christmas Day on December 25 |
Budget | Expensive around October 9–11, softer after F1 | Mid-range most of the month; higher on festival and concert dates | Higher, especially from late December onward |
Best for | Nightlife, F1 fans, better evening weather | Festival culture, flexible sightseeing, shoulder-season trips | Christmas atmosphere, family holidays, year-end celebrations |
Book early? | Yes for F1, Marina Bay hotels, and nightlife tables | Yes for Deepavali weekend, concert nights, and late-November bay stays | Yes for Christmas Wonderland, Marina Bay hotels, and holiday dining |
Transport tips | Road closures around Marina Bay during F1 setup and race week | Carry an umbrella and lean on MRT; afternoon storms can slow taxis | Expect wet commutes and heavier crowds around Orchard and Marina Bay |
Top things to do in Singapore in November
Offbeat experiences in November
Planning your November visit
| Lead time | What to book | Why & when | Seasonal price change |
|---|---|---|---|
2–4 months ahead | Marina Bay and Little India hotels for Deepavali weekend and BTS dates | By early September, rooms near festival zones and Stadium dates start tightening for November 8–11 | November 8–11: +15–35% vs mid-month midweek rates |
3–6 weeks ahead | Night Safari Tickets | Weekend sunset and evening slots are the first to go, especially once late-November holiday travel starts | Weekends and sunset slots: +10–20% vs weekday daytime |
2–4 weeks ahead | Universal Studios Singapore Tickets | Mid-November weekends stay manageable, but Saturday demand rises before school breaks | Weekends: +5–15% vs weekday base; Express products hold steadier |
1–3 weeks ahead | Gardens by the Bay Tickets: Cloud Forest (Jurassic World Experience) + Flower Dome | Rain makes indoor attractions the fallback plan, so same-day availability can tighten on wet weekends | Wet weekends: light surge on prime slots, usually +5–10% vs ordinary weekdays |
5–10 days ahead | Christmas Wonderland entries and Orchard-area dinner reservations for late November | Late November is the first holiday-light rush, especially Friday–Sunday evenings | Late-November weekends: +10–25% for nearby hotels and event-time dining |
2–5 days ahead | Singapore River Sightseeing Cruise | These work well as flexible weather calls once you know your rain pattern | Often flat; occasional weekend evening uplift of +5–10% |
November highlights: Must-do experiences for different travellers
Singapore in November: Your perfect 3-day itinerary
Best day trips from Singapore in November
Go shopping in Singapore in November
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