If you are thinking of traveling to Seattle in November, think and plan carefully. The average daytime high temperature is usually around +50°F, and there are only about 1 sunny days in total throughout the whole month. Pack for extremes to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+50°F
Avg. max. temperature
+12°F
Min.
+64°F
Max.
177 mm
Total precipitation
85%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
21 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Seattle has uncomfortable weather in November.
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Average temperature in Seattle in November
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Seattle for November based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +61°F during the day to a minimum of +34°F during the night, the temperature in November averages around +52°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 27% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +52°F to +45°F.
Is Seattle warm or cold in November?
Seattle is typically chill in November.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +59°F to +50°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +48°F to +43°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 Seattle:
Water temperature in Seattle in November
Water in Seattle in November is Cold. It varies from +47°F to +50°F, with an average of +48°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +50°F.
In November, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Seattle are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +53°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +45°F.
Can you swim in Seattle in November?
We would not recommend swimming in Seattle in November, the water is very cold (+48°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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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.
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Climate in Seattle in November
Seattle weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
October
November
December
Avg. temperature
+59°F
+50°F
+45°F
Min. temperature
+32°F
+12°F
+9°F
Max. temperature
+84°F
+64°F
+59°F
Rainfall
114 mm
177 mm
166 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+51°F
+48°F
+47°F
Humidity
82%
85%
86%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
3
1
1
Cloudy days
10
7
8
Rainy days
18
21
20
Snowy days
0
0
2
November typically has worse weather conditions compared to October.It’s getting colder in November. From +59°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +50°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 114 mm to 177 mm.Humidity rises from 82% to 85%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during November, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 3 sunny days in October to 1 in November.
December brings much the same weather, it remains bad.
Wind speed in Seattle in November based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Seattle is gradually increasing during November, going from 0 m/s to 0 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Seattle based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 60% chance of rain on an average day in November, with total rainfall of approximately 173 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 35 mm, which is moderate rain.November is a pretty wet month with over 18 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
November is one of the rainiest months in Seattle, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Seattle wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 177 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 29% chance of precipitation and 28 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during November in Seattle based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 0% chance of snow on an average day in November, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 0 mm.
Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last November in Seattle?
This is the weather in Seattle in November 2023:
1 November
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+53°F
2 November
🌧️
+60°F
3 November
☁️
+58°F
4 November
🌧️
+62°F
5 November
☁️
+59°F
6 November
🌧️
+57°F
7 November
🌧️
+52°F
8 November
☁️
+54°F
9 November
☁️
+52°F
10 November
🌧️
+50°F
11 November
🌧️
+54°F
12 November
☁️
+52°F
13 November
🌧️
+51°F
14 November
☀️
+49°F
15 November
☁️
+47°F
16 November
☁️
+47°F
17 November
☁️
+50°F
18 November
☁️
+51°F
19 November
🌧️
+50°F
20 November
☁️
+49°F
21 November
☁️
+55°F
22 November
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+54°F
23 November
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+48°F
24 November
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+46°F
25 November
☀️
+46°F
26 November
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+47°F
27 November
☁️
+46°F
28 November
☀️
+45°F
29 November
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+41°F
30 November
☁️
+45°F
In November 2023 Seattle had 5 sunny days, 17 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +52°F, with an absolute maximum of +61°F and a minimum of +41°F. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 63%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Seattle climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Seattle in November has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2011 (+57°F) and the highest in 2014 (+62°F). The driest year was 1985 with only 714 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 2549 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Seattle in November:
Is November a good time to visit Seattle?
There is never a bad time to go to Seattle, but the weather isn’t the best in November, so plan on enjoying the great indoor attractions of Seattle and pack for the extremes in weather.
Can you sunbathe in Seattle in November?
Not really, November is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Seattle in November?
Swimming in Seattle in November is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Seattle rainy in November?
Seattle 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 Seattle in November?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Seattle in November, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
How much does it cost to fly to Seattle in November?
The normal prices to fly to Seattle is $343 - $343. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Seattle, 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.
