Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Franklin in November
Franklin cools off: highs slip to 59°F (15°C), from 72°F in October, with lows of 37°F (3°C) and about 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain.
It scores 77/100 for comfort, 4th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 59°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 37°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 3.9 in (100 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 51%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 77/100 · Great
What November feels like
Highs near 59°F (15°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 12°C (22°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Some rain is likely, about 3.9 in (100 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around November
November is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April and September & October).
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 7°C (13°F) from October.
- Comfort slips from 87/100 in October to 77/100.
- Our Nashville & Franklin 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
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 37°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 Franklin in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Dickens of a Christmas
Two-day street festival on Main Street with costumed Dickens characters, carolers, artisan stalls and food vendors.
Why now November scores 77/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Arrington Vineyards
Hillside winery in the countryside east of Franklin, with tastings and wine by the glass on its wooded slopes.
Gray's on Main
Southern restaurant and bar in the old Gray's pharmacy building, under its landmark neon sign.
Puckett's Franklin
Offshoot of the old Puckett's grocery in Leiper's Fork, serving barbecue, Southern plates and live music downtown.
Lotz House
1858 house museum on Columbia Avenue that stood at the center of the Battle of Franklin.
Nearby in November
- Nashville in November~17 mi · highs 60°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Bardstown in November~151 mi · highs 55°F, 3.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Knoxville in November~164 mi · highs 61°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Louisville in November~172 mi · highs 55°F, 3.8 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
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.
Franklin in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Franklin?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 77/100 against a best of 87 in April and September & October. Expect highs of 59°F (15°C) and 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain.
How cold is Franklin in November?
Average highs are 59°F (15°C) and average lows 37°F (3°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Franklin in November?
Some: about 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.1 in (1350 mm).
What should I pack for Franklin in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 37°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
- Nashville & Franklin Late Nov – Dec
Planning Franklin in November?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.