Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Downtown Raleigh in November
Downtown Raleigh cools off: highs slip to 61°F (16°C), from 72°F in October, with lows of 39°F (4°C) and about 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain.
At 83/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 61°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 39°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (88 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 45%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 04 min
- Comfort score
- 83/100 · Great
What November feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 61°F (16°C), good for long walks.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 39°F (4°C), about 12°C (22°F) below the afternoon high.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.5 in (88 mm).
Plan around November
November is one of Downtown Raleigh's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by December, the score drops to 65/100.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 6°C (11°F) from October.
- Comfort slips from 89/100 in October to 83/100.
- Our Raleigh 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 eveningsnights drop to 39°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.5 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Downtown Raleigh in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Angus Barn
Big red-barn steakhouse by the airport since 1960, with a deep wine cellar and a famously busy New Year's Eve.
Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern
Fine dining in the restored 1879 Dodd-Hinsdale House, with a formal upstairs dining room and a cozier tavern below.
North Carolina State Capitol
Greek Revival capitol from 1840 at the north end of Fayetteville Street, a straight sightline from City Plaza.
Why now November scores 83/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
The Raleigh Times Bar
Bar in the 1906 building of the old Raleigh Times newspaper, with a rooftop patio a block from City Plaza.
Why now Highs near 61°F and 3.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in November
- Uptown Charlotte in November~130 mi · highs 62°F, 3.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Richmond in November~139 mi · highs 58°F, 3.5 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Williamsburg in November~149 mi · highs 59°F, 3.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Ocracoke in November~156 mi · highs 65°F, 3.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Dix Park & West Raleigh.
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 Raleigh in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Downtown Raleigh?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 83/100. Expect highs of 61°F (16°C) and 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain.
How cold is Downtown Raleigh in November?
Average highs are 61°F (16°C) and average lows 39°F (4°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Downtown Raleigh in November?
Some: about 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 46.7 in (1187 mm).
What should I pack for Downtown Raleigh in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 39°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.5 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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