Singapore in November is hot, humid, and full of surprises. The wet season is rolling in, so expect dramatic afternoon downpours that show up uninvited, then vanish just as quickly. But don’t stress. Singapore is basically built for it, with indoor gardens, endless malls, and hawker centres where a rainy-day laksa hits just right. Tourist crowds are lighter than in December, and the cultural calendar is kicking off with writers, music, and art festivals. By mid-month, Orchard Road starts glowing with Christmas lights, turning shopping sprees into full-blown spectacles. So, pack an umbrella, breathable gear, and a flexible mood.

Yep, if you can roll with the rain. November is the start of the northeast monsoon, which means cloudy skies and short, thundery bursts most afternoons. The trade-off? Fewer tourists, slightly better hotel deals, and a more local vibe. 

Early in the month, the Singapore Writers Festival fills venues with talks, poetry, and performances. Later, the city flips on the Orchard Road Christmas light-up and screens indie flicks at the Singapore International Film Festival. 

It’s not all blue skies, but if you like your trips with a side of culture (and don’t mind dodging puddles), November in Singapore has your back.

November sits in that sweet shoulder-season pocket. Hotels and flights are often friendlier on the wallet than December’s peak holiday surge, especially if you book away from school holidays. 

By late November, prices start creeping up with the festive rush. The good news? Day-to-day costs don’t really change. Hawker meals still hover under AU$10, MRT rides are pocket change, and plenty of gardens, temples, and light shows are free. If you’re budget-conscious, aim for early November and save the splurge for a rooftop cocktail.

Think tropical soup: 30 °C days, 24 °C nights, and humidity that clings. Rain is a near-daily guest star, usually in the form of fast, dramatic thunderstorms that sweep in by afternoon. Skies are overcast, but you’ll still get sunny breaks for morning strolls or rooftop views. 

It’s sweaty, but manageable. Air-con is everywhere, and the city’s covered walkways mean you can dodge showers without missing a beat. Bonus: a sugarcane juice or icy kopi will taste like heaven after a sticky wander.

Being a city-state, you can reach just about anywhere in the country from the city centre in well under an hour. But, here are some of the most popular places to go for first-timers that we’d recommend for a November visit.

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