Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Holland in November
Holland cools off: highs slip to 46°F (8°C), from 58°F in October, with lows of 38°F (3°C) and about 3.0 in (75 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 50/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 46°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 38°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 3.0 in (75 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 76%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 30 min
- Comfort score
- 50/100 · Fair
What November feels like
Cool days top out near 46°F (8°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Nights cool to an average low of 38°F (3°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.0 in (75 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 76%.
It's breezy, with average winds near 11 mph (5.1 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are June – September.
- Comfort slips from 66/100 in October to 50/100.
- Our Michigan Lake Shore route recommends Jun – Sep, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 46°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.0 in of rain
- Windproof shellaverage wind 11 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Holland in November
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
New Holland Brewing Pub on 8th
Downtown brewpub of the brewery behind Dragon's Milk stout.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 46°F.
Captain Sundae
Long-running ice cream stand with oversized sundaes.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Holland Museum
Downtown museum on the town's Dutch settlers and immigrant history.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 46°F.
Windmill Island Gardens
Park with De Zwaan, a 250-year-old working Dutch windmill, plus tulip gardens.
Holland State Park
Wide Lake Michigan beach at the channel with views of the red Holland Harbor Light.
Nearby in November
- Indiana Dunes in November~92 mi · highs 49°F, 2.6 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Milwaukee in November~93 mi · highs 46°F, 2.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Chicago in November~100 mi · highs 47°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Frankenmuth in November~125 mi · highs 46°F, 2.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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.
Holland in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Holland?
It's middling, scoring 50/100. The best months are June – September, at up to 78. Expect highs of 46°F (8°C) and 3.0 in (75 mm) of rain. Our Michigan Lake Shore route recommends Jun – Sep, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Holland in November?
Average highs are 46°F (8°C) and average lows 38°F (3°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Holland in November?
Some: about 3.0 in (75 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 38.5 in (978 mm).
What should I pack for Holland in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 46°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.0 in of rain), windproof shell (average wind 11 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Holland in November?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.