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Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in November
Downtown & Midtown Atlanta cools off: highs slip to 62°F (17°C), from 74°F in October, with lows of 39°F (4°C) and about 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain.
At 85/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 62°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 39°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 3.9 in (99 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 44%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 85/100 · Great
What November feels like
Days are mild at around 62°F (17°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (23°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Some rain is likely, about 3.9 in (99 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around November
November is one of Downtown & Midtown Atlanta's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by December, the score drops to 62/100.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 6°C (12°F) from October.
- Comfort slips from 90/100 in October to 85/100.
- Our Atlanta 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
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 39°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.9 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Jackson Street Bridge
Overpass above Freedom Parkway with the most photographed view of the downtown skyline, a short walk from Old Fourth Ward.
Why now November scores 85/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Centennial Olympic Park
The 1996 Olympics park at the heart of downtown, ringed by the skyline and the main open space for watching the midnight show.
Why now Highs near 62°F and 3.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Mary Mac's Tea Room
Midtown Southern dining room open since 1945, known for fried chicken, collards, pot likker and cinnamon rolls.
Polaris
Revolving lounge under the blue dome on top of the Hyatt Regency, open since 1967 and back in business since 2014.
Nearby in November
- Cherokee in November~133 mi · highs 57°F, 4.3 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Townsend in November~138 mi · highs 61°F, 4.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Knoxville in November~154 mi · highs 61°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Asheville in November~164 mi · highs 57°F, 4.0 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Old Fourth Ward & the BeltLine.
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 & Midtown Atlanta in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Downtown & Midtown Atlanta?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 85/100. Expect highs of 62°F (17°C) and 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain.
How cold is Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in November?
Average highs are 62°F (17°C) and average lows 39°F (4°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in November?
Some: about 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.9 in (1292 mm).
What should I pack for Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 39°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.9 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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