Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Omaha in November
Omaha cools off: highs slip to 48°F (9°C), from 63°F in October, with lows of 29°F (-1°C) and about 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 65/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 48°F (9°C)
- Avg low
- 29°F (-1°C)
- Rain
- 1.3 in (33 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 54%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 65/100 · Good
What November feels like
Afternoons only reach about 48°F (9°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Average lows of 29°F (-1°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's November.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are September & October.
- Freezing nights return: average lows drop to 29°F.
- Comfort slips from 87/100 in October to 65/100.
- Our Kansas City to Omaha route recommends Apr – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 48°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 29°F
- Shoes with gripfrost and ice are possible
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Omaha in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Lauritzen Gardens
100-acre botanical garden near the zoo with a Victorian-style conservatory.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best spring–fall.
Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
Indoor desert dome, rainforest and aquarium; easily a half day.
Why now November scores 65/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Gene Leahy Mall
Rebuilt downtown park on the RiverFront, with a slide hill and lagoon.
Why now Highs near 48°F and 1.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
The Drover
Old-school steakhouse famous for whiskey-marinated steaks.
Upstream Brewing Company
Old Market brewpub in a 1903 firehouse, brewing since 1996.
Nearby in November
- Des Moines in November~122 mi · highs 49°F, 1.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lawrence in November~162 mi · highs 54°F, 1.6 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Kansas City in November~165 mi · highs 54°F, 1.9 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Decorah in November~255 mi · highs 43°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Downtown Omaha & the Old Market and Midtown Omaha.
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.
Omaha in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Omaha?
It's middling, scoring 65/100. The best months are September & October, at up to 90. Expect highs of 48°F (9°C) and 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain. Our Kansas City to Omaha route recommends Apr – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Omaha in November?
Average highs are 48°F (9°C) and average lows 29°F (-1°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it rain a lot in Omaha in November?
Not much: about 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 32.0 in (814 mm).
What should I pack for Omaha in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 48°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 29°F), shoes with grip (frost and ice are possible) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Omaha in November?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.