Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Blowing Rock in November
Blowing Rock cools off: highs slip to 51°F (11°C), from 62°F in October, with lows of 30°F (-1°C) and about 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 64/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 51°F (11°C)
- Avg low
- 30°F (-1°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (94 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 52%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 64/100 · Good
What November feels like
Cool days top out near 51°F (11°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Average lows of 30°F (-1°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Some rain is likely, about 3.7 in (94 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are May and August – October.
- Freezing nights return: average lows drop to 30°F.
- Comfort slips from 82/100 in October to 64/100.
- Our Asheville, Blowing Rock & Boone route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — November is part of it.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 51°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 30°F
- Shoes with gripfrost and ice are possible
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Blowing Rock in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Mile High Swinging Bridge
Suspension footbridge between two peaks on Grandfather Mountain, with views across the Blue Ridge.
Why now November scores 64/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Appalachian Ski Mountain
Small family ski area between Blowing Rock and Boone with a ski school, terrain park and an outdoor ice rink.
Why now Highs near 51°F and 3.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Mast General Store
Old-fashioned general store on King Street in Boone, with barrels of candy, outdoor gear and mountain-made goods.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Dan'l Boone Inn
Family-style restaurant in an old Boone hospital building, serving fried chicken, country ham and biscuits since 1959.
The Speckled Trout
Main Street restaurant and bottle shop in Blowing Rock serving local trout and Southern plates.
Nearby in November
- Asheville in November~62 mi · highs 57°F, 4.0 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Uptown Charlotte in November~78 mi · highs 62°F, 3.4 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Cherokee in November~103 mi · highs 57°F, 4.3 in rain · 4°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Townsend in November~121 mi · highs 61°F, 4.3 in rain · 6°C (10°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~756 m to Blowing Rock's ~1,074 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Blowing Rock in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Blowing Rock?
It's middling, scoring 64/100. The best months are May and August – October, at up to 84. Expect highs of 51°F (11°C) and 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain.
How cold is Blowing Rock in November?
Average highs are 51°F (11°C) and average lows 30°F (-1°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it rain a lot in Blowing Rock in November?
Some: about 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 49.9 in (1267 mm).
What should I pack for Blowing Rock in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 51°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 30°F), shoes with grip (frost and ice are possible), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Blowing Rock
Routes in season in November
- Asheville, Blowing Rock & Boone Late Nov – Dec
Planning Blowing Rock 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.