November marks the beginning of Singapore’s wetter Northeast Monsoon season, bringing frequent afternoon and evening rain showers, high humidity, and warm tropical temperatures ranging between 25°C and 31°C. While rainfall increases during this month, showers are usually short-lived rather than continuous all-day storms, allowing travelers to comfortably continue sightseeing and exploring the city.
Despite the rain, November remains a lively time to visit Singapore because of cultural festivals, shopping districts, indoor attractions, and the start of the year-end festive atmosphere across the city. Singapore’s gardens and parks also appear especially green and refreshed during this period.
Despite the rain, November remains a lively time to visit Singapore because of cultural festivals, shopping districts, indoor attractions, and the start of the year-end festive atmosphere across the city. Singapore’s gardens and parks also appear especially green and refreshed during this period.
Weather in Singapore in November
The month of November marks just the beginning of the peak season in Singapore. The average temperature ranges around 25°C to 31°C and the tourists who plan their vacation to Singapore in November need to keep in mind that November is the pre-Northeast monsoon time. There are bound to be showers in the afternoon and evening hours. November falls within the transition into Singapore’s Northeast Monsoon season, which brings higher humidity levels and more frequent tropical showers, especially during afternoons and evenings.
Places to Visit in Singapore in November
1. Universal Studios
Universal Studios Singapore remains one of the city’s most popular family attractions and works especially well in November because many rides, restaurants, shows, and indoor experiences remain enjoyable even during rainy weather. The park combines roller coasters, themed zones, live performances, restaurants, and movie-inspired attractions spread across Sentosa Island.
2. Singapore Zoo
Singapore Zoo remains one of Asia’s best wildlife attractions and is known for its open-concept enclosures and lush tropical environment. The zoo houses hundreds of animal species, including orangutans, white tigers, elephants, and endangered wildlife across themed zones inspired by different habitats. November’s slightly cooler post-rain atmosphere often makes daytime exploration more comfortable compared to hotter months.
3. Gardens by the Bay
Gardens by the Bay becomes especially atmospheric during rainy November evenings, with the Supertree Grove, waterfront areas, and conservatories looking even greener and fresher after tropical showers. The cooled indoor conservatories also make this one of the best attractions to visit during humid afternoons.
4. Merlion Park
Situated near the Central Business District, the Merlion is a famous landmark (overlooking the Marina Bay) worth visiting in Singapore. The place is open 24 hours a day without any entry fees. The best thing one can do here is to take a stroll around the premises, pose for photos in front of the statue and just marvel at the scene around.
5. Orchard Road
Orchard Road remains one of Singapore’s best areas for shopping, dining, cafes, and indoor entertainment during November. The district is lined with malls, luxury boutiques, department stores, restaurants, and covered walkways, making it convenient even during rainy weather. Toward the second half of November, festive lights and Christmas decorations also begin appearing across Orchard Road, making the area especially lively during evenings.
Owing to the unpredictable weather in Singapore in November, you can always opt for some lesser-known but equally fun indoor attractions to beat the sudden showers or the scorching heat at these places-
Owing to the unpredictable weather in Singapore in November, you can always opt for some lesser-known but equally fun indoor attractions to beat the sudden showers or the scorching heat at these places-
6. SEA Aquarium
The Southeast Asian (S.E.A) Aquarium is sure to leave you gaping at over 800 + species of aquatic animals, as they are seen in their own natural habitats. Similar to Singapore Zoo, the aquarium too has region-specific zones like the Red Sea, South China Sea, Eastern Africa, etc, and has unique animals housed in it.
Timings: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
7. Sentosa Island
Sentosa remains one of Singapore’s most popular entertainment districts even during November’s rainy season. The island combines beaches, attractions, resorts, restaurants, indoor experiences, adventure activities, and nightlife within a compact area. Travelers can comfortably mix indoor attractions like the aquarium and museums with beachside cafes, scenic walks, and evening entertainment depending on the weather conditions.
8. Singapore Flyer
Experience the feeling of witnessing surreal views of Singapore by taking a ride in the world’s second tallest (165 meters) Ferris wheel. It is Singapore’s answer to The London Eye and offers spectacular views of the city-state. It was originally Asia’s largest giant observation wheel which was eventually thrown open to the public.
Timings: 8:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Events in Singapore in November
1. Deepavali
Little India becomes especially vibrant during Deepavali celebrations, with streets decorated using lights, colorful arches, flower garlands, festive markets, and cultural displays. Visitors can explore food stalls, sweet shops, temples, and festive bazaars throughout the neighborhood.
2. Singapore Writers Festival
Held every November, this 10-day-long literary event, which was incepted in 1986, helps open the doors for emerging and new Singaporean and Asian authors to global writers and vice versa. The Singapore Writers Festival is known in the world to be multilingual as it promotes work by various writers in the four official languages of Singapore - English, Chinese, Tamil and Malay.
3. Singapore International Film Festival
It is the longest-running film festival held annually in Singapore in November since 1987. Tickets to the festival are sought after - screening the films which are still on board for commercial release. Popular amongst film students, the festival provides a stream of knowledge in areas like camera work, prop making, screenwriting, makeup, and visual effects through workshops, seminars, and talks. Not only the screening but also award ceremonies are held, honoring the celebrated films with awards in several different categories.
Things to Keep in Mind if Travelling to Singapore in November
- Pack light cotton clothes for the daytime because of the humid climate that would persist for the most part of the day.
- Do not forget to carry foldable umbrellas and raincoats to protect yourself from the showers that are prevalent during November in Singapore.
- Wear waterproof, yet comfortable footwear as Singapore has a lot of walking to do, and you don’t want your good looking pair of shoes to get soiled and damaged in the rains!
- Preferably, keep your hands free of any bags and luggage. Always carry a backpack along which would store your essentials for the day and keep you stress-free
- Expect showers in November while you travel to Singapore, so it is advised to come prepared to avoid any last-minute hubbub.
- Keep your itinerary flexible, as your visits will depend on the intensity of showers.
With warm tropical temperatures, festive celebrations, shopping districts, indoor attractions, and lush green parks, November remains an enjoyable time to visit Singapore despite the increased rainfall. While rain showers are common during this period, they are usually short-lived and rarely prevent travelers from comfortably exploring the city.
