Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Whistler in November
The year's rain or snow peaks now, with about 11.5 in (293 mm) falling in Whistler, alongside highs near 38°F (4°C) and lows of 28°F (-2°C).
With a comfort score of 19/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 38°F (4°C)
- Avg low
- 28°F (-2°C)
- Rain or snow
- 11.5 in (293 mm)
- Humidity
- 95%
- Cloud cover
- 77%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 19/100 · Tough
What November feels like
It's cold: daytime highs average just 38°F (4°C), so build the days around warm stops.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 28°F (-2°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 11.5 in (293 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because nights fall well below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 77%.
Only about 8 h 44 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around November
November is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are July & August.
- Freezing nights return: average lows drop to 28°F.
- Snow becomes likely from November, so check road and trail conditions.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (November – January), which brings about 31.5 in (800 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 43/100 in October to 19/100.
- Our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends Jun – Sep, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 28°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 11.5 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Whistler in November
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Audain Art Museum
Forest-set gallery of British Columbia art, from Emily Carr to Northwest Coast masks.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 11.5 in of rain.
Sea to Sky Gondola
Gondola above Squamish to suspension bridge, trails and views over Howe Sound.
Araxi
Village restaurant focused on BC produce, oysters and a large wine cellar.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 11.5 in of rain.
Bearfoot Bistro
Fine dining with a deep cellar and a minus-32 vodka ice room for tastings.
Why now Easy to slot in when November's rain moves in.
Scandinave Spa Whistler
Outdoor Nordic baths among the trees with hot pools, cold plunges and saunas.
Nearby in November
- Vancouver in November~58 mi · highs 46°F, 13.7 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, wetter
- San Juan Island in November~109 mi · highs 49°F, 6.1 in rain · 6°C (10°F) warmer by day, drier
- Victoria in November~118 mi · highs 49°F, 6.1 in rain · 6°C (10°F) warmer by day, drier
- Olympic NP in November~163 mi · highs 35°F, 11.5 in rain or snow · 2°C (3°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 ~1,279 m to Whistler's ~674 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.
Whistler in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Whistler?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 19/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are July & August. Expect highs of 38°F (4°C) and 11.5 in (293 mm) of rain or snow. Our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends Jun – Sep, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Whistler in November?
Average highs are 38°F (4°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 Whistler in November?
Yes: about 11.5 in (293 mm) of rain or snow falls across November on average, the wettest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 74.5 in (1893 mm).
What should I pack for Whistler in November?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 28°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 11.5 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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