Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Lexington in November
Lexington cools off: highs slip to 54°F (12°C), from 67°F in October, with lows of 34°F (1°C) and about 3.4 in (87 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 68/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 54°F (12°C)
- Avg low
- 34°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 3.4 in (87 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 54 min
- Comfort score
- 68/100 · Good
What November feels like
It's cool, with highs near 54°F (12°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Nights cool to an average low of 34°F (1°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.4 in (87 mm).
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are September & October.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 7°C (13°F) from October.
- Comfort slips from 85/100 in October to 68/100.
- Our Kentucky Bourbon Country route recommends Apr – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 54°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Lexington in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Keeneland Track Kitchen
Cafeteria where trainers and jockeys eat breakfast after workouts.
Holly Hill Inn
Ouita Michel's farm-to-table dinner restaurant in Midway.
Keeneland
Historic racetrack; watch morning workouts and eat at the Track Kitchen.
Buffalo Trace Distillery
Frankfort distillery with free tours and tastings.
Kentucky Horse Park
Working horse farm and museum with the International Museum of the Horse.
Nearby in November
- Bardstown in November~55 mi · highs 55°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Louisville in November~70 mi · highs 55°F, 3.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Cincinnati in November~73 mi · highs 54°F, 3.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Knoxville in November~147 mi · highs 61°F, 3.9 in rain · 4°C (6°F) warmer 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.
Lexington in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Lexington?
It's middling, scoring 68/100. The best months are September & October, at up to 88. Expect highs of 54°F (12°C) and 3.4 in (87 mm) of rain. Our Kentucky Bourbon Country route recommends Apr – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Lexington in November?
Average highs are 54°F (12°C) and average lows 34°F (1°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lexington in November?
Some: about 3.4 in (87 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.5 in (1231 mm).
What should I pack for Lexington in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 54°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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