Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Townsend in November
Townsend cools off: highs slip to 61°F (16°C), from 72°F in October, with lows of 40°F (4°C) and about 4.3 in (108 mm) of rain.
It scores 80/100 for comfort, 3rd of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 61°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 40°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 4.3 in (108 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 49%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 05 min
- Comfort score
- 80/100 · Great
What November feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 61°F (16°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 40°F (4°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.3 in (108 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 6°C (11°F) from October.
- Comfort slips from 88/100 in October to 80/100.
- Our Smokies Weekend route recommends Apr – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 40°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.3 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Townsend in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Tuckaleechee Caverns
Guided cave walk with a huge chamber and a 210-ft underground waterfall.
Why now Our curated notes list it for "rainy day", which suits a wetter month.
Abrams Falls Trail
5-mile round trip along Abrams Creek to a wide 20-ft waterfall.
Why now November scores 80/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Little River (Townsend Wye)
Popular swimming hole where two forks of the Little River meet.
Why now Highs near 61°F and 4.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Cades Cove Loop Road
11-mile valley loop with log churches, cabins and frequent bear and deer sightings.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum
Small museum on the logging railroad that shaped the Smokies.
Nearby in November
- Knoxville in November~21 mi · highs 61°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Cherokee in November~28 mi · highs 57°F, 4.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Asheville in November~68 mi · highs 57°F, 4.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Blowing Rock in November~121 mi · highs 51°F, 3.7 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~742 m to Townsend's ~342 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.
Townsend in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Townsend?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 80/100 against a best of 88 in April and October. Expect highs of 61°F (16°C) and 4.3 in (108 mm) of rain. Our Smokies Weekend route recommends Apr – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Townsend in November?
Average highs are 61°F (16°C) and average lows 40°F (4°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Townsend in November?
Some: about 4.3 in (108 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 55.0 in (1396 mm).
What should I pack for Townsend in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 40°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.3 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Townsend in November?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.