November in Wales often brings dreary weather and shorter daylight hours, but several warm and sunny destinations remain within easy reach. While these spots may not match the heat of the Caribbean or Mexico, they still offer balmy temperatures where light layers suffice, and in some cases it is warm enough to relax poolside. November also avoids school holidays and peak summer crowds, which often leads to tempting last-minute deals on flights and holidays.
Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are known for year-round sunshine, and in November islands such as Tenerife and Gran Canaria can enjoy daily average temperatures of 24C. It may not be warm enough for a dip in the sea, but it is still pleasant for beachfront walks or an al fresco lunch in the picturesque villages and towns across the islands. The islands remain popular year-round, yet visitors avoid the peak summer crowds. Cooler mornings are also ideal for hiking the volcanic landscapes. TUI and LoveHolidays both offer Canary Islands holidays from Cardiff in November, with prices from £189pp.
Malta
Malta offers sunny weather with temperatures around 21C in November, perfect for exploring the capital, Valletta. Visitors can wander through the markets, take a guided walking tour to learn about the history, or head out on a boat trip to Gozo and the Blue Grotto. Popeye Village, originally built as a set for the 1980 film starring Robin Williams, remains as a family theme park. There are no direct flights from Cardiff to Valletta, but options with a stopover in Amsterdam or Dublin exist, and easyJet and Ryanair offer direct flights from Bristol.
Spain
Spain has 8 of the 10 sunniest cities in Europe according to research from travel experts at Holidu, making it a strong choice for a November city break. Southern cities such as Cordoba or Malaga see temperatures around 19C, ideal for exploring old towns or enjoying a waterside lunch. Barcelona offers atmosphere in the Gothic Quarter but is not particularly hot, with daytime temperatures around 15C, so light layers are needed. According to Kayak, November is the cheapest month for flights from Cardiff with return fares from £95 on average.
Morocco
Agadir and Marrakech enjoy balmy temperatures of around 24C in November. Mornings are cool enough to explore the souks or take a guided tour of historic landmarks, while afternoons are warm enough to relax poolside in a riad. There are no direct flights from Cardiff, but routes from Bristol take around 3hrs 15mins. easyJet offers Morocco holiday packages from £174pp during the quieter seasons, including the first few weeks of December.
Madeira
Madeira, dubbed 'Europe's answer to Hawaii' for its spectacular coastline, offers weather around 21C-23C in November, typically sunny though rainy days can occur. Highlights include Funchal's cable car, the toboggan taxis, and the Cristiano Ronaldo museum. Flight options in November are limited; Cardiff has no direct routes, but Ryanair flights usually stop over in Dublin or Alicante. Skyscanner has fares from £59 each way in November.
