Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Downtown Cincinnati in November
Downtown Cincinnati cools off: highs slip to 54°F (12°C), from 68°F in October, with lows of 34°F (1°C) and about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 68/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 54°F (12°C)
- Avg low
- 34°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 3.2 in (81 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 49 min
- Comfort score
- 68/100 · Good
What November feels like
Afternoons only reach about 54°F (12°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Nights cool to an average low of 34°F (1°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.2 in (81 mm).
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are September & October.
- Comfort slips from 85/100 in October to 68/100.
- Our Cincinnati New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — November falls outside it.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 54°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.2 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Downtown Cincinnati in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Mecklenburg Gardens
German restaurant and beer garden open since 1865 near the university, serving schnitzel, sausages and local beer.
Why now November scores 68/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Elm Street Plaza
New plaza beside the convention center, home of the free 2025 party with an ice rink and two fireworks shows.
Why now Highs near 54°F and 3.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Arnold's Bar and Grill
Cincinnati's oldest bar, open since 1861 in brick buildings on Eighth Street, with a courtyard and pub food.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Smale Riverfront Park
Riverfront park below downtown with lawns, steps down to the Ohio and a close view of the Roebling bridge.
Nearby in November
- Lexington in November~73 mi · highs 54°F, 3.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Louisville in November~89 mi · highs 55°F, 3.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Indianapolis in November~99 mi · highs 51°F, 3.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- German Village in November~100 mi · highs 52°F, 2.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Covington.
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.
Downtown Cincinnati in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Downtown Cincinnati?
It's middling, scoring 68/100. The best months are September & October, at up to 88. Expect highs of 54°F (12°C) and 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain.
How cold is Downtown Cincinnati in November?
Average highs are 54°F (12°C) and average lows 34°F (1°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Downtown Cincinnati in November?
Some: about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 44.0 in (1117 mm).
What should I pack for Downtown Cincinnati in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 54°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.2 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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