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Portland in November sees low daytime temperatures of 11°C (52°F) and nighttime lows of 5°C (41°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 171 mm (6.7 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Portland.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Portland typically drop from around 14°C (57°F) at the start of November to approximately 9°C (48°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 3°C (37°F) to 7°C (45°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 Portland 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 Portland between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the United States of America in November →
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).
The weather can be unpredictable in November, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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Where to go in November - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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