Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Detroit in November
Detroit cools off: highs slip to 47°F (9°C), from 61°F in October, with lows of 33°F (0°C) and about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 56/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 47°F (9°C)
- Avg low
- 33°F (0°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (62 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 69%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 33 min
- Comfort score
- 56/100 · Fair
What November feels like
It's cool, with highs near 47°F (9°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Nights cool to an average low of 33°F (0°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.4 in (62 mm).
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are May – September.
- Comfort slips from 79/100 in October to 56/100.
- Our Great Lakes Hidden Gems route recommends May – Sep, so November falls outside its suggested window.
- Our Frankenmuth & Detroit 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 47°F
- 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 Detroit in November
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Greenfield Village Holiday Nights
Evening walks through The Henry Ford's historic village with carolers, horse-drawn wagons and fireworks.
Cliff Bell's
Restored 1930s jazz club near Grand Circus Park, with live music most nights and a full dinner menu.
American Coney Island
Coney dogs with chili, mustard and onions on Lafayette Boulevard since 1917.
Detroit Institute of Arts
Major art museum anchored by Diego Rivera's Detroit Industry murals.
Belle Isle Conservatory
Glass-domed conservatory on Belle Isle with palms, cacti and a seasonal flower show, warm on a cold day.
Lafayette Coney Island
Downtown hot-dog counter serving Coney dogs since 1917.
Nearby in November
- Frankenmuth in November~78 mi · highs 46°F, 2.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cleveland in November~90 mi · highs 49°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Holland in November~159 mi · highs 46°F, 3.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- German Village in November~165 mi · highs 52°F, 2.8 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Belle Isle and Downtown Detroit.
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.
Detroit in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Detroit?
It's middling, scoring 56/100. The best months are May – September, at up to 86. Expect highs of 47°F (9°C) and 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain. Our Great Lakes Hidden Gems route recommends May – Sep, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Detroit in November?
Average highs are 47°F (9°C) and average lows 33°F (0°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Detroit in November?
Some: about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.4 in (848 mm).
What should I pack for Detroit in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 47°F), 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).
Routes in season in November
- Frankenmuth & Detroit Late Nov – Dec
Planning Detroit in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.