Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Louisville in November
Louisville cools off: highs slip to 55°F (13°C), from 68°F in October, with lows of 35°F (2°C) and about 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 68/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 55°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 35°F (2°C)
- Rain
- 3.8 in (96 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 53 min
- Comfort score
- 68/100 · Good
What November feels like
It's cool, with highs near 55°F (13°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Lows average 35°F (2°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.8 in (96 mm).
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are September & October.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 8°C (14°F) from October.
- Comfort slips from 84/100 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 55°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.8 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Louisville in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
Watch bats being made and hold game-used bats under the giant bat outside.
Jack Fry's
Highlands bistro since 1933 with live jazz and Southern classics.
Angel's Envy Distillery
Downtown distillery in a restored factory; tours end with a tasting.
Evan Williams Bourbon Experience
Whiskey Row artisanal distillery with tours and tastings.
Garage Bar
NuLu pizza and oyster spot in a converted service station.
Nearby in November
- Bardstown in November~35 mi · highs 55°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lexington in November~70 mi · highs 54°F, 3.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Cincinnati in November~89 mi · highs 54°F, 3.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Indianapolis in November~107 mi · highs 51°F, 3.2 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Downtown Louisville & Waterfront and The Highlands & Cherokee Park.
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.
Louisville in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Louisville?
It's middling, scoring 68/100. The best months are September & October, at up to 86. Expect highs of 55°F (13°C) and 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain. Our Kentucky Bourbon Country route recommends Apr – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Louisville in November?
Average highs are 55°F (13°C) and average lows 35°F (2°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Louisville in November?
Some: about 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.0 in (1271 mm).
What should I pack for Louisville in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 55°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.8 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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