Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Santa Barbara in November
Santa Barbara cools off: highs slip to 69°F (21°C), from 76°F in October, with lows of 55°F (13°C) and about 1.3 in (32 mm) of rain.
At 99/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 69°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 55°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 1.3 in (32 mm)
- Humidity
- 63%
- Cloud cover
- 34%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 10 min
- Comfort score
- 99/100 · Great
What November feels like
Days are mild at around 69°F (21°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 55°F (13°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.3 in (32 mm) for the month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 34%.
Plan around November
November is one of Santa Barbara's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by December, the score drops to 90/100.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 4°C (7°F) from October.
- Comfort holds steady from October (100 → 99/100).
- Our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends Apr – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
- Our Solvang & Santa Barbara route is planned for Early Dec – early Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — November falls outside it.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 55°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Santa Barbara in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Funk Zone
Former warehouse blocks near the beach, now full of wine tasting rooms, breweries and murals.
Why now November scores 99/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Stearns Wharf
California's oldest working wharf with views back to the mountains.
Potek Winery
Single-vineyard Santa Barbara County wines in a lounge at The Mill, with a patio shared with Third Window Brewery.
Santa Barbara Museum of Art
Compact downtown museum with strong Asian, American and photography collections.
La Super-Rica Taqueria
Tiny taqueria praised by Julia Child for its handmade tortillas.
Santa Barbara Harbor Parade of Lights
Boats strung with Christmas lights circle the harbor after dark, followed by fireworks over the water.
Nearby in November
- Solvang in November~28 mi · highs 68°F, 1.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Hollywood in November~81 mi · highs 73°F, 1.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Los Angeles in November~87 mi · highs 73°F, 1.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Pasadena in November~91 mi · highs 71°F, 1.0 in rain · 1°C (2°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 ~313 m to Santa Barbara's ~15 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.
Santa Barbara in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Santa Barbara?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 99/100. Expect highs of 69°F (21°C) and 1.3 in (32 mm) of rain. Our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends Apr – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Santa Barbara in November?
Average highs are 69°F (21°C) and average lows 55°F (13°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Santa Barbara in November?
Not much: about 1.3 in (32 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 15.9 in (404 mm).
What should I pack for Santa Barbara in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 55°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Planning Santa Barbara 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.