Portland · November
Run in the midday.
Cool month: average high 52°F, low 40°F. Humidity averages 84% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 19 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
52° / 40°F
Humidity
84%
Rain days
19/mo
Wind
11 mph
What November feels like in Portland
Sunrise
08:10
Mid-month average
Sunset
17:41
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Portland in November
The kit for November in Portland: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
November vs the surrounding months
vs October
-12° avg high
+4 rain days
Portland in October →
November
52°F avg high
19 rain days
Best: midday
vs December
+6° avg high
-3 rain days
Portland in December →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Portland in November?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Portland in November?+
Average high 52°F, average low 40°F.
How does November compare to surrounding months in Portland?+
Compared to October (avg high 63°F), November is cooler. Compared to December (avg high 46°F), November is warmer.
Does it rain often in Portland in November?+
Expect about 19 measurable rain days in November, on average.