Things to Do in Baguio in November
November weather, activities, events & insider tips
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November Weather in Baguio
Temperature, rainfall and humidity at a glance
75°F (23°C)
High Temp
59°F (15°C)
Low Temp
3.8 inches (97 mm)
Rainfall
70%
Humidity
⚠ Afternoon UV exposure intensifies at elevation - even overcast skies can cause burns
Is November Right for You?
Weigh the advantages and considerations before booking
Advantages
- + November sits in the post-monsoon sweet spot: mornings start crisp at 59°F (15°C) but afternoons warm to a comfortable 75°F (24°C) - good for walking Session Road without the summer sweat
- + The city's famous fog rolls in most evenings around 6 PM, turning Burnham Park's lake into a mirror of mist that photographers pay to see in other months
- + Strawberry farms in La Trinidad are in full harvest - you can pick your own at Bell Church Road farms, something impossible during the rainy season when fields turn to mud
- + Hotel rates drop 25-30% from October's semestral break madness - you'll find rooms at The Manor and other Camp John Hay properties without the three-week advance booking chaos
Considerations
- − UV index hits 8 most days - at 5,000 feet (1,524 m) elevation, you'll burn faster than at Manila sea level, even when fog hides the sun
- − Afternoon thunderstorms still roll through 30% of days, typically 2-4 PM, which can cancel horseback riding at Wright Park or strand you at Mines View without cover
- − The zigzag Kennon Road section often closes for maintenance after October rains - you'll need the longer Marcos Highway route, adding 45 minutes to Manila drives
Year-Round Climate
How November compares to the rest of the year
| Month | High | Low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 23°C | 13°C | 0.6 inches (15 mm) |
| Feb | 23°C | 13°C | 0.9 inches (23 mm) |
| Mar | 24°C | 14°C | 2.0 inches (51 mm) |
| Apr | 25°C | 15°C | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| May | 24°C | 16°C | 13.4 inches (340 mm) |
| Jun | 24°C | 16°C | 16.0 inches (406 mm) |
| Jul | 23°C | 16°C | 30.4 inches (772 mm) |
| Aug | 22°C | 16°C | 37.9 inches (963 mm) |
| Sep | 23°C | 16°C | 21.2 inches (538 mm) |
| Oct | 23°C | 15°C | 18.8 inches (478 mm) |
| Nov | 23°C | 15°C | 3.8 inches (97 mm) |
| Dec | 23°C | 14°C | 1.6 inches (41 mm) |
Best Activities in November
Top things to do during your visit
Strawberry Farm Visits and U-Pick Tours
November's drier soil makes La Trinidad's strawberry fields walkable - you'll sink ankle-deep in mud during rainy season. Morning fog lifts by 9 AM, leaving perfect lighting for photos with the Cordillera mountains backdrop. The berries reach peak sweetness after October's cooler nights.
Booking Tip: Visit before 10 AM when berries are still cool and firm - afternoon heat turns them soft. Most farms don't require reservations for small groups.
Session Road Coffee Shop Crawls
Baguio's coffee culture peaks when temperatures drop below 60°F (15°C) - November evenings send everyone hunting for warmth. The old wooden-floored cafés along Session Road (some operating since the 1970s) fill with the smell of Benguet mountain coffee roasting. Unlike summer when everyone's after air conditioning, November crowds are there for the coffee and conversation.
Booking Tip: Old-school cafés like those near the public market rarely advertise online - just walk Session Road between 6-8 PM when locals pack in after work.
Mines View Park Morning Photography
November's morning fog creates the photogenic 'sea of clouds' effect around 7-8 AM, when most tourists are still eating breakfast. The viewpoint faces east, so sunrise hits the Cordillera range at 6:15 AM, burning off fog in slow-motion waves. By 10 AM it's just another overlook crowded with souvenir stalls.
Booking Tip: Arrive by 6:30 AM - grab a taxi since jeepneys don't run that early. The morning chill means you'll want that jacket you almost didn't pack.
Camp John Hay Trail Hiking
The pine-needle-covered trails stay dry enough for proper hiking - summer's humidity and monsoon's mud are both gone. The 2.2 km (1.4 mile) Yellow Trail loop smells like Christmas from November's pine resin, and you'll share it with more squirrels than tourists before 8 AM.
Booking Tip: Trail maps are available at the Visitor Center. But the paths are well-marked. Morning hikers should start by 7 AM before the sun clears the trees.
Night Market Street Food Walking
When 59°F (15°C) evening air hits, the Night Market on Harrison Road transforms into Baguio's biggest outdoor dining room. Steam from taho vendors mixes with smoke from pork-belly grills, and the smell of fresh strawberry taho (warm silken tofu with syrup) draws crowds that summer's rain would scatter.
Booking Tip: Market runs 9 PM to 5 am but peaks 7-10 pm when food stalls fire up. Bring small bills - most vendors don't break 500 peso notes.
Where to Stay in Baguio in November
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November Events & Festivals
What's happening during your visit
Mid November
Baguio Arts Festival
Local artists occupy the entire Ili-Likha Artist Village for weekend exhibitions and workshops. You'll find woodcarvers from Ifugao demonstrating traditional techniques, plus contemporary Baguio artists selling pieces at studio-direct prices (galleries in Manila mark these up 200%).
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Insider knowledge and common pitfalls to avoid
Insider Knowledge
The best strawberry taho appears at the Night Market around 8 PM when vendors need to move product - it's warmer and sweeter than the morning version
Local jeepney drivers will try to charge 'special tourist rate' on the Mines View route - pay the regular 12 peso fare and sit tight
November's clear mornings mean the Mt. Santo Tomas radar station is visible from Wright Park - ask a local to point out the microwave tower silhouette
Bell House at Camp John Hay serves afternoon tea starting 3 PM, when November's fog rolls in and tourists retreat to their hotels - you'll have the colonial veranda practically to yourself
Avoid These Mistakes
Skipping the 6:30 AM jeepney to La Trinidad - later crowds mean picked-over strawberry fields and you'll wait 45 minutes for a ride back
Wearing shorts and sandals to Mines View at 7 AM - that early fog makes 59°F (15°C) feel like 50°F (10°C) with wind chill
Booking hotels through Manila-based booking sites - call Camp John Hay properties directly for November rates that undercut online prices by 20%
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