Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Downtown Houston in November
Downtown Houston cools off: highs slip to 71°F (22°C), from 82°F in October, with lows of 51°F (10°C) and about 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain.
November opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 88/100 (the top score of the year).
- Avg high
- 71°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 51°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (94 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 47%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 28 min
- Comfort score
- 88/100 · Great
What November feels like
Days are warm, averaging 71°F (22°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Lows average 51°F (10°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.7 in (94 mm).
Plan around November
November is one of Downtown Houston's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: December highs fall to 64°F.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: February & March and November & December.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 6°C (10°F) from October.
- Comfort improves from 81/100 in October to 88/100.
- Our Houston 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
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 71°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Downtown Houston in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Buffalo Bayou Park
Trails along the bayou west of downtown; the Eleanor Tinsley lawn and the Sabine Street Bridge frame the classic skyline view.
Why now November scores 88/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse
A dark-wood downtown steakhouse across from Daikin Park, a long-running choice for a big-night dinner.
Why now Highs near 71°F and 3.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
La Carafe
A candlelit wine bar in the Kennedy Bakery building on Market Square, probably the oldest Houston building on its original site.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Discovery Green
A 12-acre park between the convention center and the skyline, with a lake, lawns and a seasonal ice rink.
Nearby in November
- Austin in November~146 mi · highs 71°F, 2.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- San Antonio in November~189 mi · highs 73°F, 1.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Texas Hill Country in November~200 mi · highs 69°F, 2.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Dallas in November~225 mi · highs 67°F, 2.2 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, drier
These averages also cover Hermann Park & Museum District.
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 Houston in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Downtown Houston?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 88/100. Expect highs of 71°F (22°C) and 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain.
How hot is Downtown Houston in November?
Average highs are 71°F (22°C) and average lows 51°F (10°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Downtown Houston in November?
Some: about 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 49.1 in (1246 mm).
What should I pack for Downtown Houston in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 71°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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