Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Homer in November
Homer cools off: highs slip to 36°F (2°C), from 44°F in October, with lows of 29°F (-1°C) and about 6.4 in (163 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 30/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 36°F (2°C)
- Avg low
- 29°F (-1°C)
- Rain
- 6.4 in (163 mm)
- Humidity
- 90%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~7 h 09 min
- Comfort score
- 30/100 · Tough
What November feels like
Highs only reach about 36°F (2°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 29°F (-1°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect regular rain: about 6.4 in (163 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 75%.
Only about 7 h 09 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around November
November is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – August.
- Freezing nights return: average lows drop to 29°F.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, September – November.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 5°C (9°F) from October.
- Comfort slips from 34/100 in October to 30/100.
- Our Alaska Glacier Route recommends Jun – Aug, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 29°F
- Shoes with gripfrost and ice are possible
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Homer in November
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Two Sisters Bakery
Old Town bakery and cafe for coffee, pastries and soup near Bishop's Beach.
Bishop's Beach
Driftwood beach with tide pools and views of the volcanoes across Cook Inlet.
La Baleine Cafe
Small Spit cafe known for seafood breakfast bowls and fresh fish.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 36°F.
Islands & Ocean Visitor Center
Free exhibits on the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge's seabird colonies.
Homer Brewing Company
Homer's oldest brewery, a small taproom pouring growlers and pints.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Nearby in November
- Seward in November~80 mi · highs 35°F, 10.1 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Anchorage in November~123 mi · highs 29°F, 2.8 in rain or snow · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, drier
- Talkeetna in November~191 mi · highs 24°F, 3.2 in rain or snow · 7°C (12°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~285 m to Homer's ~32 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Homer in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Homer?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 30/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are June – August. Expect highs of 36°F (2°C) and 6.4 in (163 mm) of rain. Our Alaska Glacier Route recommends Jun – Aug, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Homer in November?
Average highs are 36°F (2°C) and average lows 29°F (-1°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it rain a lot in Homer in November?
Yes: about 6.4 in (163 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 64.1 in (1627 mm).
What should I pack for Homer in November?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 29°F), shoes with grip (frost and ice are possible), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Homer in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.