Blue Ridge Mountains

Blue Ridge Mountains Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in November.

Planning a trip to the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America this November? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Blue Ridge Mountains in November

The Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. November in the Blue Ridge Mountains generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Blowing Rock at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Blue Ridge at 16°C (61°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Blue Ridge and -1°C (30°F) in Blowing Rock.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Galax with an average of 79 mm (3.1 in) to high snow/rainfall in Helen with 149 mm (5.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Asheville receives about 182 hours of sunlight in November, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in the Blue Ridge Mountains in November

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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).

Popular Destinations in the Blue Ridge Mountains

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America?

Temperature range in the Blue Ridge Mountains (November)

Precipitation variation in the Blue Ridge Mountains (November)

Asheville

In November Asheville generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
182 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Bryson City

In November Bryson City generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
153 hours
125 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Roanoke

In November Roanoke generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Helen

In November Helen generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly rainfall
142 mm (5.6 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Boone

In November Boone generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Blue Ridge Mountains, in the United States of America.

In our records: the United States of America November extremes

Notable November records observed across cities in the United States of America in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest November day in the United States of America brought 473 mm (19 in) in Hilo on November 2, 2000.

Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Blue Ridge Mountains in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Asheville 14°C (57°F) 2°C (36°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Bryson City 15°C (59°F) 0°C (32°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Roanoke 14°C (57°F) 2°C (36°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Helen 15°C (59°F) 2°C (36°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)
Boone 11°C (52°F) -1°C (30°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Blowing Rock 11°C (52°F) -1°C (30°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)

The Blue Ridge Mountains weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in November?

Expect tolerable weather across the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in November. The popular destination of Asheville averages 14°C (57°F) by day and 2°C (36°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in November?

Asheville averages a daytime maximum of 14°C (57°F) in November, with overnight lows close to 2°C (36°F).

Does the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America get a lot of rain in November?

Not particularly. Asheville averages just 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain in November, making it a mostly dry month for the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America.

Is November a Good Time to Visit the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America?

In our opinion, November is a good time to visit the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America with overall tolerable weather in Asheville. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America is in May, June, August and October with generally perfect weather in Asheville. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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