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Monterey & Carmel in November
Monterey & Carmel cools off: highs slip to 63°F (17°C), from 68°F in October, with lows of 52°F (11°C) and about 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain.
It scores 94/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 63°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 52°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (48 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 38%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 94/100 · Great
What November feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 63°F (17°C), good for long walks.
Lows average 52°F (11°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.9 in (48 mm) for the month.
Plan around November
November is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May – October).
- Comfort slips from 100/100 in October to 94/100.
- Our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends Apr – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 52°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Monterey & Carmel in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Carmel Beach
White-sand beach at the foot of Ocean Avenue with cypress-framed sunsets.
Why now November scores 94/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
17-Mile Drive
Toll road through Pebble Beach past the Lone Cypress, Bird Rock and golf links.
Why now Highs near 63°F and 1.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Kelp forest tank, sea otters and open-ocean exhibits on the edge of the bay.
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Granite coves, cypress groves and sea otters along easy coastal trails.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Hog's Breath Inn
Courtyard pub once owned by Clint Eastwood, with fire pits and murals.
Nearby in November
- Big Sur in November~23 mi · highs 63°F, 1.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- San Simeon in November~75 mi · highs 58°F, 1.3 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- San Francisco in November~86 mi · highs 63°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Sonoma in November~121 mi · highs 65°F, 2.8 in rain · 1°C (2°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.
Monterey & Carmel in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Monterey & Carmel?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 94/100 against a best of 100 in May – October. Expect highs of 63°F (17°C) and 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain. Our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends Apr – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Monterey & Carmel in November?
Average highs are 63°F (17°C) and average lows 52°F (11°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Monterey & Carmel in November?
Not much: about 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 18.9 in (480 mm).
What should I pack for Monterey & Carmel in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 52°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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