Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Big Sur in November
Big Sur cools off: highs slip to 63°F (17°C), from 67°F in October, with lows of 51°F (11°C) and about 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain.
It scores 93/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 63°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 51°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (48 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 38%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 02 min
- Comfort score
- 93/100 · Great
What November feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 63°F (17°C), good for long walks.
Lows average 51°F (11°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.9 in (48 mm) for the month.
Plan around November
November is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May – October).
- Comfort slips from 100/100 in October to 93/100.
- Our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends Apr – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 51°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Big Sur in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Point Sur Lightstation
Guided tours of an 1889 lighthouse atop a volcanic rock.
McWay Falls
80-foot waterfall dropping onto a cove beach, reached by a short flat path.
Why now November scores 93/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nepenthe
Clifftop restaurant since 1949 with long coastal views from the terrace.
Why now Highs near 63°F and 1.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Deetjen's Big Sur Inn Restaurant
Candlelit dinners and hearty breakfasts in a 1930s redwood inn tucked into Castro Canyon.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Bixby Creek Bridge
1932 concrete arch bridge, the most photographed spot on Highway 1.
Nearby in November
- Monterey & Carmel in November~23 mi · highs 63°F, 1.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- San Simeon in November~54 mi · highs 58°F, 1.3 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- San Francisco in November~109 mi · highs 63°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Sonoma in November~144 mi · highs 65°F, 2.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
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.
Big Sur in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Big Sur?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 93/100 against a best of 100 in May – October. Expect highs of 63°F (17°C) and 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain. Our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends Apr – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Big Sur in November?
Average highs are 63°F (17°C) and average lows 51°F (11°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Big Sur in November?
Not much: about 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 18.9 in (480 mm).
What should I pack for Big Sur in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 51°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Big Sur in November?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.