Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Beacon in November
Beacon cools off: highs slip to 51°F (11°C), from 64°F in October, with lows of 34°F (1°C) and about 3.5 in (89 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 62/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 51°F (11°C)
- Avg low
- 34°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (89 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 37 min
- Comfort score
- 62/100 · Good
What November feels like
Cool days top out near 51°F (11°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 34°F (1°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.5 in (89 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are May and September & October.
- Comfort slips from 80/100 in October to 62/100.
- November sits inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 51°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.5 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Beacon in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Storm King Art Center
500-acre sculpture park with large-scale works across fields and hills.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best fall.
Beacon Bread Company
Bakery-cafe on Main Street with scratch breakfasts and bread.
Why now November scores 62/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Breakneck Ridge
Steep rock scramble with big Hudson Highlands views.
Why now Highs near 51°F and 3.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Dia Beacon
Minimalist and conceptual art in a former Nabisco box factory near the station.
Mount Beacon Park
Steep climb past incline-railway ruins to a fire tower with river views.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in November
- Manhattan in November~50 mi · highs 52°F, 3.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Hudson in November~52 mi · highs 49°F, 3.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- New York City in November~55 mi · highs 53°F, 4.0 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Philadelphia in November~124 mi · highs 55°F, 3.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Beacon in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Beacon?
It's middling, scoring 62/100. The best months are May and September & October, at up to 82. Expect highs of 51°F (11°C) and 3.5 in (89 mm) of rain. November is inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
How cold is Beacon in November?
Average highs are 51°F (11°C) and average lows 34°F (1°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Beacon in November?
Some: about 3.5 in (89 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.4 in (1229 mm).
What should I pack for Beacon in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 51°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.5 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in November
- Hudson Valley by Rail Apr – Nov
Planning Beacon in November?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.