Are you wondering what to wear in Tuscany in November? In this guide we cover what to pack for Tuscany in November for the weather, special events, dress codes and more.
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Weather in Tuscany in November
Although November in Tuscany is classified as Fall, the temperatures are definitely starting to drop and feeling more Wintery. But how cold is it?
How cold is Tuscany in November?
The average temperatures in Tuscany in November tend to range from a high of 61 °F/16 °C to a low of 45 °F/7 °C). Therefore in answer to is it cold in Tuscany in November I would say it can be, especially early morning and in the evenings when the sun goes down
For this reason we recommend packing lots of layers.
Note: if your visit covers two months be sure to check out our other Tuscany packing list guides:
- What to wear to Tuscany in September
- What to wear in Tuscany in November
- What to wear in Florence in October
- What to wear in Florence in November
- What to wear in Pisa
So to summarise a general rule of thumb the weather in Tuscany in Early November tends to be better than that later in the month. But what about rain? Wind? And does it snow in Tuscany in November? Keep reading to find out how the weather in Tuscany in November will affect your Tuscany packing list.
Is it rainy in Tuscany in November?
One of the only downsides to visiting Tuscany in November is that it is much rainier. In fact rain is expected to fall on c.11 days across the month.
For this reason I do like to have a compact travel umbrella and a pair of waterproof shoes with me for visiting Tuscany in November.
Note: if you are traveling to other cities and regions in Italy be sure to check out our other monthly guides:
- What to wear in Florence in November
- What to wear in Milan in November
- What to wear in Rome in November
- What to wear to Italy in November
- What to wear to Pompeii
- What to wear in Naples
- What to wear to the Amalfi Coast
- What to wear in Puglia
- What to wear in Cinque Terre
- What to wear in Lake Como
- What to wear in Positano
- What to wear to Sardinia
- What to wear to Sicily
- what to wear to Capri
How do local people dress in Tuscany in November?
If you want to be more in keeping with the locals you will need to know how the locals Tuscans dress in both the cities and in the countryside.
In November you will notice that local Tuscans are transitioning into their winter wardrobe, and coats will start to be seen. All Tuscans know that November, particularly late November can be especially cold.
It is also worth noting that no matter what month you visit Tuscany, especially in the cities like Florence and Siena, that the locals are a fashionable bunch, especially when dressing for the office or going out for dinner.
Also it is worth noting that smart casual tends to be the most commonly seen attire in restaurants in Tuscany. For more information on what to wear to dinner in Italy check out this post
Dress Codes in Tuscany
The main considerations for November in Tuscany are dressing in layers as well as having correct outfits for churches and smart casual dinners. This translates into your packing list in the following ways:
Restaurant Dress Code
Not many restaurants in Tuscany have strict and enforced dress codes. However you will find that locals do tend to dress in a smart casual fashion for dinner.
This means smart trousers and blouses with a cardigan or sweater or a dress and tights for ladies. While mean this tends to be smarter trousers or chinos usually though not always paired with a shirt.
Church Dress Code
All Italian churches have dress codes including
- the Florence Duomo,
- the Leaning Tower of Pisa (part of the Pisa Cathedral complex) and
- the Cathedral in Siena.
If you are visiting these on your Tuscan itinerary you will need to make your outfit on that day covers your knees and shoulders and is modest.
Alongside this we also recommend packing a Winter Travel Capsule Wardrobe for Tuscany in November. Most trips to Italy even in November will involve some travel, therefore you don’t want to have overpacked and have to travel with lots of luggage.
For help in packing a capsule wardrobe check out these posts:
What to wear in Tuscany in November
So now you know what to expect from the weather, what should you wear in Tuscany in November?
Best Shoes for Tuscany in November
Sneakers
In my opinion, sneakers are the best shoe for any Tuscan city break where you will be doing lots of walking across cobble stone streets.
And they are also comfortable shoes for touring the many museums and climbing the steps of famous bell towers in the region such as the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
My favorite brand of sneakers for walking are Hoka and AllBirds, however you also can’t go wrong with a plain white sneaker as they go with everything. One of my favorite pairs of white sneakers is the Adidas Cloud Foam shoes.
Ankle Boots
As the weather is changeable in Tuscany in November we recommend having a leather boot with some waterproofing as well as a sneaker.
I personally don’t like to wear sneakers to dinner, and hate overpacking so I find two pairs of shoes is perfect for Tuscany in November and is the reason I select an ankle boot.
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Hiking Boot (Optional)
The only other shoe I would even consider is a hiking boot but only if you are going into the hillier areas around Tuscany. Otherwise I would just stick with two pairs of shoes especially if you want to create a capsule wardrobe for Italy.
For more information on how to pack a Fall travel capsule wardrobe check out this post.
What to wear in Tuscany in November for women
So what does a Tuscany Packing List in Fall for women look like? In our opinion you should have the below on your Tuscany Packing List for November:
Winter Coat
In my opinion you won’t need thick thermal coats in Tuscany in November however a warm winter coat is a definite must.
Tuscans tend to be a stylish bunch I tend to opt for a smarter Winter jacket as opposed to a parka jacket or a walking jacket.
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Woolen Hat or Beanie, scarves and gloves
Whether you are a man or woman visiting Tuscany a woolen hat or a beanie is an essential for visiting in Winter as the weather can feel cold especially if you are walking around the city.
I would also recommend taking with you a matching scarf and gloves set that match your winter coat to finish off the look.
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Skirts and Dresses
Short skirts and dresses are on my what not to wear in Italy list. That is because they are not appropriate in churches.
Therefore I tend to pick maxi or midi length items for Tuscany in November. My personal preference is a sweater dress / jumper dress as I think they pair with boots and tights better but this is personal preference.
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Jeans
Jeans are a staple of any Winter Capsule wardrobe for travel even in Italy. For some reason people seem to think that jeans are not on the what not to wear in Italy list. However this is definitely not the case in Winter.
We just recommend picking a smarter pair in a darker color to be more in keeping with local styles.
Trousers
Trousers are a great pick for Tuscany in November. As the weather has cooled in November jeans are a great pick for sightseeing in the city and the countryside.
Jumpers
Jumpers are the main staple of Italian wardrobe in Winter for both day and night wear.
Something plainer is more suitable in the day but you can do something sparkly or glittery for a jumper at night.
Cardigan
A smart cardigan is a great top layer for dining in Italy. I usually pair a smart cardigan with a t shirt or blouse in Winter.
Blouses
Loose blouses are perfect for Tuscany in October as they work brilliantly for smarter dinners and for churches. I tend to select either long sleeve or 3/4 quarter length sleeves for October as the weather cools.
T Shirts
I would personally pack more long sleeve than short sleeve t shirts for Tuscany in Winter.
Pashmina
A pashmina should be on any Italy packing list no matter the month you are visiting.
Pashminas can act as a scarf or extra layer on cooler nights and can help make your outfit more modest for visits to churches in Italy.
PJs or Nightie
Sunglasses
The sun is bright even in November so you definitely need sunglasses. Shop Sunglasses for Italy here.
Underwear and Socks
Goes without saying.
What to Wear in Tuscany in November Packing List for Men
Alongside our regular men’s travel essentials we recommend adding the following items to your men’s packing list for Tuscany in November:
For this reason we recommend packing the below for one week in Tuscany:
- Trousers – We recommend packing a smarter pair of trousers like chinos for evenings but as the temperatures have cooled jeans are also appropriate. We recommend picking jeans that are smarter and darker in color to be more in keeping with local style.
- Long Sleeve T Shirts – a staple for any Tuscany packing list. Again we recommend wearing plain colors in more muted tones to be more in keeping with local Italian style.
- Shirts – long sleeves are better for November.
- Layers – For October you will want some light layers such as sweaters or cardigans with you as the weather starts to cool.
- Coat
- Sunglasses
- Sneakers
- Smarter Pair of Shoes for dinner
- Pjs
- Underwear
What to Pack for Tuscany in November (Non Clothing)
So now you know the clothes and outfits for Tuscany in November, what should you pack for Tuscany in November that isn’t clothes?
Whenever we travel to Tuscany we will normally also have the following with us:
- Backpack – for storing items on your day trips.
- Crossbody Bag – anti theft type if you are planning to visit cities and tourist attractions which tend to attract pickpockets.
- Compact Travel umbrella.
- Lipbalm
- Reusable Water Bottle – This will save you money and is better for the environment so be sure to pack one with you.
- Camera
- Charging Equipment
- Power pack / Battery Pack
- Travel Adapaters for electronics – Italy uses standard European outputs and plugs.
- Toiletries – you can find our essential list of toiletries for travel here.
- Medication
- Travel First Aid Kit
- Blister plasters
FAQs about our Tuscany November Packing list
Do you need a coat in November in Tuscany?
November is probably the first month that you will need a coat instead of a jacket. We recommend something with some waterproofing and wind resistance.
Can you wear jeans in Tuscany in November?
As the weather has cooled, jeans have become my go to trouser for Tuscany in Fall.
Have you been to Tuscany in November? What did you wear? We would love to hear in the comments.