Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Helena-West Helena in November
Helena-West Helena cools off: highs slip to 63°F (17°C), from 76°F in October, with lows of 41°F (5°C) and about 4.2 in (106 mm) of rain.
At 84/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 63°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 41°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 4.2 in (106 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 47%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 09 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What November feels like
Days are mild at around 63°F (17°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 41°F (5°C), about 12°C (22°F) below the afternoon high.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.2 in (106 mm).
Plan around November
November is one of Helena-West Helena's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by December, the score drops to 60/100.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 7°C (13°F) from October.
- Comfort slips from 87/100 in October to 84/100.
- November sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites route recommends.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 41°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.2 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Helena-West Helena in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Arkansas Delta Heritage Trail State Park
Rail-trail running through Delta farmland and bottomland forest south of Helena.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best spring or fall.
Freedom Park
Outdoor site interpreting the Civil War camp where formerly enslaved people sought freedom.
Why now November scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Delta Dirt Distillery
Small-batch distillery tasting room making spirits from Delta-grown sweet potatoes.
Helena River Park
Levee-top boardwalk overlooking the Mississippi River behind downtown.
Why now Highs near 63°F and 4.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Pillow-Thompson House
1896 Queen Anne home showing Helena's cotton-era prosperity; tours by arrangement.
Nearby in November
- Clarksdale in November~23 mi · highs 64°F, 4.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Memphis in November~53 mi · highs 62°F, 4.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Branson in November~208 mi · highs 59°F, 3.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, drier
- Eureka Springs in November~219 mi · highs 57°F, 3.1 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, drier
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.
Helena-West Helena in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Helena-West Helena?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 84/100. Expect highs of 63°F (17°C) and 4.2 in (106 mm) of rain. November is inside the Oct – Apr window our Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites route recommends.
How cold is Helena-West Helena in November?
Average highs are 63°F (17°C) and average lows 41°F (5°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Helena-West Helena in November?
Some: about 4.2 in (106 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 52.4 in (1331 mm).
What should I pack for Helena-West Helena in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 41°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.2 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Helena-West Helena
Routes in season in November
- Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites Oct – Apr
Planning Helena-West Helena in November?
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