01Weather
San Francisco weather in November
Afternoons in November average 18.3 °C (65 °F) and nights cool to 7.9 °C (46 °F). The month brings about 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain spread over roughly 5 days. Compared with October it is 4.7 °C cooler; December is 3.3 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical November | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 23 °C / 73 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 16 °C / 60 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 4 °C / 39 °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) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Days with snow cover | 0.0 | snow depth ≥ 1 cm, per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 18 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest November day 2016–2025 | 27.2 °C / 1.1 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 November | 06:35 | 17:11 | 10.6 h |
| 15 November | 06:49 | 16:58 | 10.1 h |
| 30 November | 07:05 | 16:51 | 9.8 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 48 minutes over the month. Times are local (America/Los_Angeles).
03Crowds
How busy San Francisco is in November
moderate The main sights are moderate in November. What drives it:
- Thanksgiving
- rain returns
- Union Square 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 San Francisco in November
Every year in November
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Union Square tree lighting | Friday after Thanksgiving | seasonal |
07Packing
What to pack for San Francisco in November
- layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings
- comfortable walking shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
November brings the first rain, with about six wet days, cooler afternoons around 17 °C and fewer visitors, with Thanksgiving week the exception. The Union Square tree lighting and ice rink open the holiday season after Thanksgiving. It is a value month with mild weather and mostly clear mornings before the storms set in. The clocks go back on the first Sunday.
The SF Jazz Festival and the Dia de los Muertos procession in the Mission on 2 November fill the start of the month. Dungeness crab season opens in mid-November, the city's great seasonal meal. Alcatraz is easy to book. Daylight ends around five. For the holiday lights, the Nutcracker and the Christmas week, see December.
09Compare
San Francisco month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15 °C | 7 °C | 7 | – | quiet | Good |
| February | 17 °C | 7 °C | 7 | – | quiet | Good |
| March | 17 °C | 8 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| April | 19 °C | 10 °C | 5 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| May | 20 °C | 12 °C | 2 | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 22 °C | 13 °C | 0 | – | very busy | Good |
| July | 22 °C | 14 °C | 0 | – | very busy | Good |
| August | 23 °C | 15 °C | 0 | – | very busy | Good |
| September | 24 °C | 14 °C | 0 | – | very busy | Good |
| October | 23 °C | 11 °C | 2 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 18 °C | 8 °C | 5 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| December | 15 °C | 6 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Good |
Not sure about November? See the best time to visit San Francisco.
10Elsewhere
November in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles in November | 22 °C | 1 |
| Las Vegas in November | 20 °C | 0 |
| Vancouver in November | 10 °C | 18 |
| Toronto in November | 8 °C | 8 |
| Cancún in November | 29 °C | – |
| Orlando in November | 26 °C | 3 |
11FAQ
San Francisco in November: your questions
Is November a good time to visit San Francisco?
November is one of the best months to visit San Francisco. Daytime highs average 18 °C (65 °F), rain falls on about 5 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are moderate.
What is the weather like in San Francisco in November?
Expect mild days around 18 °C (65 °F) and nights near 8 °C (46 °F). One November in ten brings afternoons above 23 °C, and one in ten stays below 16 °C.
Does it rain a lot in San Francisco in November?
November brings about 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain over roughly 5 days, which is fairly dry by San Francisco standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 18 percent.
What should I wear in San Francisco in November?
Pack layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, a compact umbrella for occasional showers.
Is San Francisco crowded in November?
The main sights are moderate in November. Main drivers: Thanksgiving; rain returns; Union Square tree lighting.
What time does it get dark in San Francisco in November?
Around the middle of November the sun sets at about 16:58 and rises at 06:49, giving 10.1 hours of daylight.