Seattle · November
Run in the midday.
Cool month: average high 50°F, low 41°F. Humidity averages 83% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 20 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
50° / 41°F
Humidity
83%
Rain days
20/mo
Wind
13 mph
What November feels like in Seattle
Sunrise
08:15
Mid-month average
Sunset
17:33
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 Seattle in November
The kit for November in Seattle: 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
-9° avg high
+3 rain days
Seattle in October →
November
50°F avg high
20 rain days
Best: midday
vs December
+5° avg high
-2 rain days
Seattle in December →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Seattle in November?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Seattle in November?+
Average high 50°F, average low 41°F.
How does November compare to surrounding months in Seattle?+
Compared to October (avg high 60°F), November is cooler. Compared to December (avg high 45°F), November is warmer.
Does it rain often in Seattle in November?+
Expect about 20 measurable rain days in November, on average.