Late autumn · Weather & things to do
San Simeon in November
San Simeon cools off: highs slip to 58°F (14°C), from 62°F in October, with lows of 50°F (10°C) and about 1.3 in (34 mm) of rain.
At 83/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 58°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 50°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 1.3 in (34 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 05 min
- Comfort score
- 83/100 · Great
What November feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 58°F (14°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 50°F (10°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.3 in (34 mm) for the month.
Plan around November
November is one of San Simeon's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by December, the score drops to 68/100.
- Comfort slips from 88/100 in October to 83/100.
- 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 50°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in San Simeon in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Fiscalini Ranch Preserve
Bluff trail and Monterey pine forest on the edge of Cambria.
Why now November scores 83/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery
Free boardwalk viewpoints over thousands of elephant seals on the beach.
Why now Highs near 58°F and 1.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Hearst Ranch Winery
Tasting room in the historic Sebastian's building across from the beach.
Piedras Blancas Light Station
Guided tours of an 1875 lighthouse and its restored grounds.
Hearst Castle
William Randolph Hearst's hilltop estate with the Neptune Pool and Roman Pool.
Nearby in November
- Big Sur in November~54 mi · highs 63°F, 1.9 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Monterey & Carmel in November~75 mi · highs 63°F, 1.9 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Solvang in November~95 mi · highs 68°F, 1.3 in rain · 6°C (10°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Santa Barbara in November~121 mi · highs 69°F, 1.3 in rain · 6°C (12°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~84 m to San Simeon's ~452 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.
San Simeon in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit San Simeon?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 83/100. Expect highs of 58°F (14°C) and 1.3 in (34 mm) of rain. Our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends Apr – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is San Simeon in November?
Average highs are 58°F (14°C) and average lows 50°F (10°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in San Simeon in November?
Not much: about 1.3 in (34 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 15.2 in (387 mm).
What should I pack for San Simeon in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 50°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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