Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Richmond in November
Richmond cools off: highs slip to 58°F (15°C), from 71°F in October, with lows of 38°F (3°C) and about 3.5 in (89 mm) of rain.
It scores 78/100 for comfort, 3rd of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 58°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 38°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (89 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 49%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What November feels like
Highs near 58°F (15°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 38°F (3°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.5 in (89 mm).
Plan around November
November is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April and October).
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 7°C (12°F) from October.
- Comfort slips from 86/100 in October to 78/100.
- Our Williamsburg & Richmond route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — November is part of it.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 38°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.5 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Richmond in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Virginia State Capitol
Capitol designed by Thomas Jefferson after a Roman temple, with free guided tours.
Sub Rosa Bakery
Wood-fired bakery in Church Hill milling its own grain for breads, croissants and pastries.
Mama J's Kitchen
Jackson Ward soul food restaurant known for fried chicken, catfish and candied yams.
Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
Richmond brewery whose seasonal Gingerbread Stout, brewed with local ginger and honey, arrives each winter.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Free-admission art museum with Faberge eggs, American paintings and a large sculpture garden.
Nearby in November
- Williamsburg in November~44 mi · highs 59°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Shenandoah in November~85 mi · highs 49°F, 2.9 in rain · 5°C (10°F) cooler by day, drier
- Washington, DC in November~97 mi · highs 55°F, 3.1 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Corolla in November~120 mi · highs 60°F, 3.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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.
Richmond in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Richmond?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 78/100 against a best of 86 in April and October. Expect highs of 58°F (15°C) and 3.5 in (89 mm) of rain.
How cold is Richmond in November?
Average highs are 58°F (15°C) and average lows 38°F (3°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Richmond in November?
Some: about 3.5 in (89 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 46.5 in (1182 mm).
What should I pack for Richmond in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 38°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.5 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in November
- Williamsburg & Richmond Late Nov – Dec
Planning Richmond 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.