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Traverse City Weather in November

With daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows of 0°C (32°F), November in Traverse City brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 80 mm (3.1 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Traverse City in November

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 16 days of rain, with 80 mm (3.1 in) average for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Traverse City in November

Traverse City in November gets highs of 8°C (46°F) during the day and drops to 0°C (32°F) at night. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With overnight lows of 0°C (32°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

November in Traverse City has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.

Traverse City Temperature in November

Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
80 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
16 days

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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).

What to Wear in Traverse City in November

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Traverse City in November. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.

What To Do in Traverse City in November

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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