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Detroit in November: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Detroit in November and see if it is worth visiting.
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November

Weather in Detroit in November 2024

OK Weather
Chill
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Cold water
Detroit in November usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +48°F and roughly 5 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 11 rainy days with an average precipitation of 69 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+48°F
Avg. max. temperature
+9°F
Min.
+75°F
Max.
69 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Detroit has OK weather in November.

Average temperature in Detroit in November

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Detroit for November based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in November is +50°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +63°F during the day and a minimum of +19°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +43°F to +50°F.

Is Detroit warm or cold in November?

Detroit is typically chill in November.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +61°F to +48°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +46°F to +36°F.

Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

Take a look at how November is compared to other months in Detroit:

Water temperature in Detroit in November

Water in Detroit in November is Cold. It varies from +42°F to +55°F, with an average of +49°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +48°F.

In November, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Detroit are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +74°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +34°F.

Can you swim in Detroit in November?

We would not recommend swimming in Detroit in November, the water is very cold (+49°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Detroit in November

Detroit weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
OctoberNovemberDecember
Avg. temperature
+61°F+48°F+37°F
Min. temperature
+25°F+9°F-8°F
Max. temperature
+88°F+75°F+68°F
Rainfall
78 mm69 mm43 mm
Wind
3 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+59°F+49°F+39°F
Humidity
71%72%75%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1017 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
753
Cloudy days
101113
Rainy days
14116
Snowy days
038

November typically has worse weather conditions compared to October. It’s getting colder in November. From +61°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +48°F. As November arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 78 mm to 69 mm. Humidity rises from 71% to 72%. Winds are stronger in comparison to October, going up from 3 m/s to 4 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 7 sunny days in October to 5 in November.

December brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Detroit in November based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Detroit is gradually increasing during November, going from 5 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Detroit based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in November stands at 30%, leading to total precipitation of around 39 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 13 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 9 rainy days during November, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Detroit wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 39% chance of precipitation and 114 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 26 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during November in Detroit based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The chance of snow on a typical day in November is 7%, for a monthly total of around 2 mm.

Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last November in Detroit?

This is the weather in Detroit in November 2023:
1 November
☀️
+42°F
2 November
☁️
+51°F
3 November
☀️
+57°F
4 November
☁️
+56°F
5 November
🌫️
+53°F
6 November
🌫️
+63°F
7 November
☁️
+62°F
8 November
🌧️
+47°F
9 November
☀️
+56°F
10 November
☀️
+53°F
11 November
☀️
+49°F
12 November
☀️
+51°F
13 November
☀️
+60°F
14 November
☀️
+53°F
15 November
☀️
+61°F
16 November
☀️
+62°F
17 November
☁️
+59°F
18 November
☀️
+50°F
19 November
☀️
+49°F
20 November
☀️
+42°F
21 November
🌫️
+49°F
22 November
☁️
+50°F
23 November
☁️
+48°F
24 November
☀️
+45°F
25 November
☀️
+38°F
26 November
☀️
+41°F
27 November
🌨️
+35°F
28 November
🌨️
+29°F
29 November
☁️
+35°F
30 November
☀️
+51°F
In November 2023 Detroit had 17 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +50°F, with an absolute maximum of +63°F and a minimum of +30°F. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 40%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Detroit climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Detroit in November has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+56°F) and the highest in 1998 (+62°F). The driest year was 1999 with only 460 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1977 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Detroit in November:

Is November a good time to visit Detroit?

It’s always a good time to visit Detroit, but the weather is changeable in November, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Detroit in November?

Not really, November is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Detroit in November?

Swimming in Detroit in November is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Detroit rainy in November?

Detroit is often rainy in November. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Detroit in November?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Detroit in November, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in USA

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Monthly weather in Detroit

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Detroit, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.