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Western Caribbean cruises in November
Día de Muertos on November 1 and 2 brings marigold-decked altars and festivities to Cozumel and the Yucatán. The Cayman Islands hold their Pirates Week festival, and Belize marks Garifuna Settlement Day on the 19th. Drier air returns, and early November sailings are among the year’s best value before Thanksgiving.
- Good time to go
- Avg high 83°F
- 11 hrs daylight
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Western Caribbean in November: Good time to go
Día de Muertos on November 1 and 2 brings marigold-decked altars and festivities to Cozumel and the Yucatán. The Cayman Islands hold their Pirates Week festival, and Belize marks Garifuna Settlement Day on the 19th. Drier air returns, and early November sailings are among the year’s best value before Thanksgiving.
Across Western Caribbean cruise ports, November brings average highs around 83°F (28°C) and lows near 79°F, with about 8.8 inches of rain over the month and roughly 11 hours of daylight.
- Verdict
- Good time to go
- Season
- Year-round; driest December to April. Rainy season and hurricane risk June to November, peaking August to October.
- Average high / low
- 83°F / 79°F
- Rainfall (month)
- 8.8 in
- Daylight
- About 11 hours
- Typical cruise length
- 4 to 5 nights for short trips; 7 nights for the classic route
What to pack: light, breathable clothes, swimwear, a sun hat, sunglasses and reef-safe sunscreen, plus a light layer for air-conditioned rooms. It's one of the wetter months, so bring a compact umbrella or rain jacket.
How November compares with the rest of the year
- Jan: Best time to go
- Feb: Best time to go
- Mar: Best time to go
- Apr: Best time to go
- May: Good time to go
- Jun: Good time to go
- Jul: Good time to go
- Aug: Shoulder season
- Sep: Shoulder season
- Oct: Shoulder season
- Nov: Good time to go
- Dec: Best time to go
- No regular sailings
- Shoulder season
- Good time to go
- Best time to go
Western Caribbean weather in November
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 8027 | 8127 | 8228 | 8429 | 8530 | 8530 | 8630 | 8630 | 8630 | 8529 | 8328 | 8228 |
| Low °F (°C) | 7624 | 7625 | 7725 | 7926 | 8127 | 8228 | 8228 | 8228 | 8328 | 8228 | 7926 | 7825 |
| Rain in (mm) | 3.897 | 2.358 | 2.565 | 2.769 | 5.5140 | 9.1231 | 6.0151 | 6.8172 | 7.0177 | 9.1231 | 8.8224 | 4.8121 |
| Daylight (hrs) | 11 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 11 |
November weather port by port
| Port | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cozumel | 83°F | 78°F | 6.7 in | 11 h |
| Costa Maya | 83°F | 80°F | 6.8 in | 11 h |
| Roatán | 83°F | 82°F | 14.7 in | 11 h |
| Belize City | 83°F | 78°F | 11.3 in | 11 h |
| Grand Cayman | 83°F | 82°F | 3.9 in | 11 h |
| Progreso | 82°F | 77°F | 2.8 in | 11 h |
| Falmouth | 85°F | 80°F | 5.8 in | 11 h |
| Ocho Rios | 84°F | 81°F | 6.0 in | 11 h |
| Key West | 80°F | 78°F | 2.7 in | 11 h |
| Harvest Caye | 82°F | 80°F | 14.4 in | 11 h |
| Montego Bay | 85°F | 80°F | 6.5 in | 11 h |
| Puerto Limón | 84°F | 78°F | 24.2 in | 12 h |
Average daily highs and lows, 2015–2024, from NASA POWER, adjusted to sea level. Rain is the average monthly total.
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See every destination for November, with a port weather map →
Western Caribbean in November: FAQs
Is November a good time to cruise Western Caribbean?
Yes, it's a good month. Día de Muertos on November 1 and 2 brings marigold-decked altars and festivities to Cozumel and the Yucatán. The Cayman Islands hold their Pirates Week festival, and Belize marks Garifuna Settlement Day on the 19th. Drier air returns, and early November sailings are among the year’s best value before Thanksgiving.
What is the weather like on a Western Caribbean cruise in November?
Across Western Caribbean cruise ports, November brings average highs around 83°F (28°C) and lows near 79°F, with about 8.8 inches of rain over the month and roughly 11 hours of daylight. Conditions vary from port to port and day to day.
What should I pack for a Western Caribbean cruise in November?
Pack light, breathable clothes, swimwear, a sun hat, sunglasses and reef-safe sunscreen, plus a light layer for air-conditioned rooms. It's one of the wetter months, so bring a compact umbrella or rain jacket. Check your cruise line's dress code for evenings.
When is the best time to cruise Western Caribbean?
Year-round; driest December to April. Rainy season and hurricane risk June to November, peaking August to October.. The best months are usually January, February, March, April, December.
Where else can I cruise in November?
November is also a top month for Mexican Riviera & Baja, Galápagos Islands, Canary Islands & Atlantic Isles, Japan, Australia & New Zealand.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: NASA POWER climate data.