Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Phoenix in November
Phoenix cools off: highs slip to 77°F (25°C), from 90°F in October, with lows of 51°F (11°C) and about 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain.
November opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 99/100 (2nd of 12).
- Avg high
- 77°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 51°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 0.7 in (19 mm)
- Humidity
- 34%
- Cloud cover
- 32%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 99/100 · Great
What November feels like
Highs settle around 77°F (25°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 51°F (11°C), about 14°C (26°F) below the afternoon high.
The air is dry, at about 34% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
Rain is scarce: about 0.7 in (19 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 32%.
Plan around November
November is one of Phoenix's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: December highs fall to 66°F.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: November – April.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 7°C (13°F) from October.
- Comfort improves from 80/100 in October to 99/100.
- Our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends Mar – May, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 77°F
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 51°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Phoenix in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Camelback Mountain – Echo Canyon Trail
Steep, rocky 1.2-mile climb to the city's best summit view.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best sunrise, Oct–Apr.
Matt's Big Breakfast
Downtown diner known for thick bacon, griddle cakes and long weekend lines.
Taliesin West
Frank Lloyd Wright's desert home and studio, seen on guided tours.
Musical Instrument Museum
Thousands of instruments from about 200 countries, with headphone audio at each display.
Desert Botanical Garden
Trails through saguaros, cacti and wildflowers from deserts worldwide.
Why now November scores 99/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in November
- Papago Park & Camelback in November~7 mi · highs 76°F, 0.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Sedona in November~100 mi · highs 62°F, 1.3 in rain · 8°C (15°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Catalina Foothills in November~106 mi · highs 73°F, 0.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Downtown Tucson in November~106 mi · highs 75°F, 0.6 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Downtown Phoenix.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~494 m to Phoenix's ~331 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Phoenix in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Phoenix?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 99/100. Expect highs of 77°F (25°C) and 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain. Our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends Mar – May, so November is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Phoenix in November?
Average highs are 77°F (25°C) and average lows 51°F (11°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Phoenix in November?
Not much: about 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 10.0 in (254 mm).
What should I pack for Phoenix in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 77°F), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 51°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Phoenix in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.