District of Columbia Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in District of Columbia, the United States of America in November.

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Are you planning a trip a to District of Columbia, the United States of America in November and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in District of Columbia in November

District of Columbia, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. November in District of Columbia generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Washington.

For a closer look at conditions across District of Columbia, the United States of America, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

November is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 66 mm (2.6 in) in Washington.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Washington typically sees 150 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore District of Columbia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in District of Columbia - and find the best time to visit. (based on Washington)

Best Places to Visit in District of Columbia in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across District of Columbia.

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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 District of Columbia

What is the weather like in November for the most popular destinonation in District of Columbia, the United States of America?

Washington

In November Washington generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
150 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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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.

District of Columbia weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in District of Columbia, the United States of America in November?

Expect good weather across District of Columbia, the United States of America in November. The popular destination of Washington averages 14°C (57°F) by day and 4°C (39°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in District of Columbia, the United States of America in November?

In Washington, the average daytime high in November is 14°C (57°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 4°C (39°F).

Does District of Columbia, the United States of America get a lot of rain in November?

Not particularly. Washington averages just 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain in November, making it a mostly dry month for District of Columbia, the United States of America.

Is November a Good Time to Visit District of Columbia, the United States of America?

In our opinion, November is a good time to visit District of Columbia, the United States of America with overall good weather in Washington. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit District of Columbia, the United States of America is in April and September with generally excellent weather in Washington. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

Interested in more climate information?

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