01Weather
New York City weather in November
Afternoons in November average 13.3 °C (56 °F) and nights cool to 6.3 °C (43 °F). The month brings about 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain spread over roughly 7 days. Compared with October it is 7.0 °C cooler; December is 5.8 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical November | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 20 °C / 68 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 7 °C / 45 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 1 °C / 34 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 1.8 | frost mornings per month |
| Days with snow cover | 0.1 | snow depth ≥ 1 cm, per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 22 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest November day 2016–2025 | 26.7 °C / -5.0 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 November | 06:26 | 16:52 | 10.4 h |
| 15 November | 06:42 | 16:38 | 9.9 h |
| 30 November | 06:59 | 16:29 | 9.5 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 54 minutes over the month. Times are local (America/New_York).
03Crowds
How busy New York City is in November
very busy The main sights are very busy in November. What drives it:
- NYC Marathon
- Thanksgiving Parade
- holiday windows and tree lighting
04Public holidays
Public holidays in November 2026
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 11 Nov 2026 | Veterans Day |
| 26 Nov 2026 | Thanksgiving Day |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in New York City in November
Every year in November
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| TCS New York City Marathon | first Sunday of November | sport |
| Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade | fourth Thursday of November | parade |
07Packing
What to pack for New York City in November
- a warm jacket or coat
- scarf for windy evenings
- closed, water-resistant shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
November starts with the Marathon on the first Sunday, with 50,000 runners through all five boroughs, and ends with the Thanksgiving Parade on the fourth Thursday and the start of the holiday season, when store windows, markets and the Rockefeller tree draw crowds. The weeks between are cooler, around 12 °C, calmer and cheaper. First frost arrives. Rain falls on about nine days.
Veterans Day on 11 November brings a parade on Fifth Avenue. The holiday markets at Union Square and Bryant Park open in the first week, and the Bryant Park rink opens at the end of October. The Rockefeller tree lighting falls in the last days of November or the first of December. For the most expensive month and New Year's Eve in Times Square, see December.
09Compare
New York City month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5 °C | -1 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Good |
| February | 8 °C | 1 °C | 9 | – | quiet | Good |
| March | 11 °C | 3 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Good |
| April | 16 °C | 8 °C | 8 | – | busy | Good |
| May | 22 °C | 13 °C | 9 | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 27 °C | 19 °C | 9 | – | very busy | Good |
| July | 31 °C | 23 °C | 8 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| August | 29 °C | 22 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| September | 26 °C | 19 °C | 6 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 20 °C | 13 °C | 7 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 13 °C | 6 °C | 7 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| December | 8 °C | 1 °C | 10 | – | very busy | Off-season |
Not sure about November? See the best time to visit New York City.
10Elsewhere
November in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Toronto in November | 8 °C | 8 |
| Orlando in November | 26 °C | 3 |
| Miami in November | 28 °C | 7 |
| Cancún in November | 29 °C | – |
| Las Vegas in November | 20 °C | 0 |
| Vancouver in November | 10 °C | 18 |
11FAQ
New York City in November: your questions
Is November a good time to visit New York City?
November is a reasonable month with trade-offs to visit New York City. Daytime highs average 13 °C (56 °F), rain falls on about 7 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are very busy.
What is the weather like in New York City in November?
Expect cool days around 13 °C (56 °F) and nights near 6 °C (43 °F). One November in ten brings afternoons above 20 °C, and one in ten stays below 7 °C.
Does it rain a lot in New York City in November?
November brings about 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain over roughly 7 days, which is fairly dry by New York City standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 22 percent.
What should I wear in New York City in November?
Pack a warm jacket or coat, scarf for windy evenings, closed, water-resistant shoes.
Is New York City crowded in November?
The main sights are very busy in November. Main drivers: NYC Marathon; Thanksgiving Parade; holiday windows and tree lighting.
What time does it get dark in New York City in November?
Around the middle of November the sun sets at about 16:38 and rises at 06:42, giving 9.9 hours of daylight.