Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Victoria in November
The year's rain peaks now, with about 6.1 in (154 mm) falling in Victoria, alongside highs near 49°F (9°C) and lows of 43°F (6°C).
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 44/100, 10th of 12.
- Avg high
- 49°F (9°C)
- Avg low
- 43°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 6.1 in (154 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 79%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 44/100 · Tough
What November feels like
Afternoons only reach about 49°F (9°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Lows average 43°F (6°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 6.1 in (154 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 79%.
Only about 8 h 56 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are June – September.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (November – January), which brings about 17.2 in (438 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 64/100 in October to 44/100.
- Our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends Jun – Sep, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 49°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Victoria in November
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Royal BC Museum
Provincial museum of natural and human history, including First Peoples galleries.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 6.1 in of rain.
Spinnakers Gastro Brewpub
Canada's oldest brewpub, opened in 1984, with harbour views and house ales.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.1 in of rain.
Red Fish Blue Fish
Takeout fish-and-chip shack built from a shipping container on the harbour pier.
Why now Easy to slot in when November's rain moves in.
Afternoon Tea at the Fairmont Empress
Long-running tea service in the Lobby Lounge of the 1908 harbourfront hotel.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter November days.
Inner Harbour
Harbour framed by the Parliament Buildings and the Fairmont Empress, busy with floatplanes and buskers.
Nearby in November
- San Juan Island in November~18 mi · highs 49°F, 6.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Olympic NP in November~45 mi · highs 35°F, 11.5 in rain or snow · 8°C (14°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Vancouver in November~60 mi · highs 46°F, 13.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Bainbridge Island in November~68 mi · highs 50°F, 7.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
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.
Victoria in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Victoria?
It's middling, scoring 44/100. The best months are June – September, at up to 95. Expect highs of 49°F (9°C) and 6.1 in (154 mm) of rain. Our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends Jun – Sep, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Victoria in November?
Average highs are 49°F (9°C) and average lows 43°F (6°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Victoria in November?
Yes: about 6.1 in (154 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 39.0 in (991 mm).
What should I pack for Victoria in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 49°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Victoria in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.