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Canberra in November sees high temperatures, with highs around 23°C (73°F) and overnight lows of 9°C (48°F). Rainfall is at its peak this month, around 69 mm (2.7 in) on average, so waterproofs are essential.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, November is a good time to visit Canberra.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Canberra typically rise from around 21°C (70°F) at the start of November to approximately 25°C (77°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 9°C (48°F) to 12°C (54°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Canberra spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 49 years of weather observations in Canberra between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
For Canberra in November, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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