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New England Weather in November

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

Planning a journey to New England, the United States of America this November and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in New England in November

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Stowe at 7°C (45°F) to mild in New Haven at 12°C (54°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in New Haven and -2°C (28°F) in Stowe.

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

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Burlington with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to high rainfall in Bar Harbor with 134 mm (5.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Boston as an example - it receives around 144 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore New England by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in New England — and find the best time to visit. (based on Boston)

Best Places to Visit in New England in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across New England.

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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 New England

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in New England, the United States of America?

Temperature range in New England (November)

Precipitation variation in New England (November)

Boston

In November Boston generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
144 hours
141 hours
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Bar Harbor

In November Bar Harbor generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Portsmouth

In November Portsmouth generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
127 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Providence

In November Providence generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
147 hours
147 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Burlington

In November Burlington generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
0°C (32°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
93 hours
93 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in New England, 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 New England in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Boston 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Bar Harbor 9°C (48°F) 1°C (34°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Portsmouth 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Providence 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Burlington 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Hartford 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)

New England weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in New England, the United States of America in November?

November in New England, the United States of America brings unpleasant weather. In Boston, daytime temperatures are typically around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows hover near 3°C (37°F).

What is the average temperature in New England, the United States of America in November?

Average temperatures in New England, the United States of America during November range from a nighttime low near 3°C (37°F) to a daytime high around 12°C (54°F) in Boston.

Does New England, the United States of America get a lot of rain in November?

November is on the drier side in New England, the United States of America. Boston averages only about 95 mm (3.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is November a Good Time to Visit New England, the United States of America?

In our opinion, November may not be the ideal time to visit New England, the United States of America due to the typically unpleasant weather in Boston.

On average, the best time to visit New England, the United States of America is in August and September with generally perfect weather in Boston. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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