Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Lawrence in November
Lawrence cools off: highs slip to 54°F (12°C), from 67°F in October, with lows of 33°F (1°C) and about 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain.
It scores 76/100 for comfort, 4th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 54°F (12°C)
- Avg low
- 33°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 1.6 in (41 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 50 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What November feels like
Afternoons only reach about 54°F (12°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Lows average 33°F (1°C).
About 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's November.
Plan around November
November is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April and September & October).
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 1.6 in (41 mm) after 3.5 in (88 mm) in October.
- Comfort slips from 89/100 in October to 76/100.
- Our Kansas City to Omaha route recommends Apr – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 54°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Lawrence in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Free State Brewing Company
Kansas's first legal brewery since Prohibition, opened in 1989 on Mass Street.
Wheatfields Bakery Cafe
Wood-fired bread bakery and cafe off Mass Street, good for breakfast or sandwiches.
Why now November scores 76/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Clinton State Park
Lakeside park with mountain-bike trails and swimming just west of town.
Why now Highs near 54°F and 1.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
KU Campanile and Memorial Drive
WWII memorial bell tower on Mount Oread with views over the Kansas River valley.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
KU Natural History Museum
Home to a famous 1890s panorama of North American wildlife and fossils.
Nearby in November
- Kansas City in November~36 mi · highs 54°F, 1.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Springfield in November~161 mi · highs 56°F, 3.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Omaha in November~162 mi · highs 48°F, 1.3 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Branson in November~195 mi · highs 59°F, 3.5 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
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.
Lawrence in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Lawrence?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 76/100 against a best of 90 in April and September & October. Expect highs of 54°F (12°C) and 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain. Our Kansas City to Omaha route recommends Apr – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Lawrence in November?
Average highs are 54°F (12°C) and average lows 33°F (1°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lawrence in November?
Not much: about 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 39.3 in (998 mm).
What should I pack for Lawrence in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 54°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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