Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Traverse City in November
Traverse City cools off: highs slip to 44°F (7°C), from 55°F in October, with lows of 36°F (2°C) and about 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 47/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 44°F (7°C)
- Avg low
- 36°F (2°C)
- Rain
- 2.8 in (70 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 76%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 19 min
- Comfort score
- 47/100 · Fair
What November feels like
Afternoons only reach about 44°F (7°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 36°F (2°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.8 in (70 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 76%.
It's breezy, with average winds near 12 mph (5.4 m/s) at ground level.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 19 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are June – September.
- Comfort slips from 63/100 in October to 47/100.
- Our Great Lakes Hidden Gems route recommends May – Sep, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 44°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.8 in of rain
- Windproof shellaverage wind 12 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Traverse City in November
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Art's Tavern
Glen Arbor tavern since the 1930s, serving burgers and whitefish near the dunes.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 44°F.
Right Brain Brewery
Traverse City's original microbrewery, known for oddball beers and arcade games.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Chateau Grand Traverse
Old Mission Peninsula's pioneering winery, known for Riesling.
Why now A cozy break on a 44°F day.
Moomers Homemade Ice Cream
Farm ice-cream shop overlooking pastures, with dozens of flavors.
Cherry Republic
Cherry-everything store with samples, from salsa to cherry soda.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 44°F.
Nearby in November
- Sleeping Bear Dunes in November~21 mi · highs 44°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Door County in November~79 mi · highs 43°F, 2.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Mackinac Island in November~89 mi · highs 41°F, 3.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Frankenmuth in November~136 mi · highs 46°F, 2.3 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.
Traverse City in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Traverse City?
It's middling, scoring 47/100. The best months are June – September, at up to 86. Expect highs of 44°F (7°C) and 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain. Our Great Lakes Hidden Gems route recommends May – Sep, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Traverse City in November?
Average highs are 44°F (7°C) and average lows 36°F (2°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Traverse City in November?
Some: about 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 34.3 in (872 mm).
What should I pack for Traverse City in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 44°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.8 in of rain), windproof shell (average wind 12 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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