Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Stowe in November
Stowe cools off: highs slip to 42°F (6°C), from 55°F in October, with lows of 28°F (-2°C) and about 3.3 in (84 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 42/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 42°F (6°C)
- Avg low
- 28°F (-2°C)
- Rain or snow
- 3.3 in (84 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 21 min
- Comfort score
- 42/100 · Tough
What November feels like
Afternoons only reach about 42°F (6°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 28°F (-2°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 3.3 in (84 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because nights fall well below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 75%.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 21 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around November
November is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are September.
- Freezing nights return: average lows drop to 28°F.
- Snow becomes likely from November, so check road and trail conditions.
- Comfort slips from 61/100 in October to 42/100.
- Our Stowe, Woodstock & the White Mountains route recommends Dec – Mar, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 42°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 28°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 3.3 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Stowe in November
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Cold Hollow Cider Mill
Cider mill on the Stowe road, known since 1974 for fresh-pressed cider and cider doughnuts.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 42°F.
Ben & Jerry's Factory
The ice cream maker's original factory, with short tours, a tasting at the end and the 'Flavor Graveyard' on the hill.
Stowe Recreation Path
Paved 5.3-mile path along the West Branch river from the village toward the mountain, used for walking and snowshoeing in winter.
Stowe Community Church
White 1863 church whose tall steeple, set against the mountains, is the best-known view of Stowe village.
Why now A way to spend part of a cold day out of the wind.
Nearby in November
- Vermont in November~8 mi · highs 42°F, 3.3 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Woodstock in November~59 mi · highs 45°F, 3.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- White Mountains in November~70 mi · highs 22°F, 3.7 in rain or snow · 11°C (19°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Montréal in November~84 mi · highs 42°F, 3.2 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~394 m to Stowe's ~220 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.
Stowe in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Stowe?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 42/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are September. Expect highs of 42°F (6°C) and 3.3 in (84 mm) of rain or snow. Our Stowe, Woodstock & the White Mountains route recommends Dec – Mar, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Stowe in November?
Average highs are 42°F (6°C) and average lows 28°F (-2°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Stowe in November?
Some: about 3.3 in (84 mm) of rain or snow falls across November on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 45.3 in (1150 mm).
What should I pack for Stowe in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 42°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 28°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 3.3 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Stowe in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.