St. Louis in November

In November, St. Louis averages 12°C (54°F) during the day and 3°C (37°F) at night, with around 12 days of rain (77 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are cool — bring a jacket for evenings. Plan for unsettled weather and bring rain gear.

November in St. Louis is outside the typical sweet spot for sightseeing weather. It can still be a great time to visit if you have specific reasons (festivals, off-season pricing, etc.).

12°C
Avg high
3°C
Avg low
12
Rain days
77 mm
Rainfall

How November compares to the rest of the year in St. Louis

9th
warmest month of the 12
11th
wettest month of the 12
6%
of yearly rainfall falls in November
10 h 5 min
daylight on the 15th

November is in the middle of the year for warmth in St. Louis (9th of 12) and one of the driest months (11th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 7°C below the annual average (19°C). November runs 8°C cooler than October (20°C) and cools 4°C in December (8°C).

November sunrise & sunset in St. Louis

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
6:42 AM
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Sunset (15th)
4:48 PM
Day length
10 h 5 min

Times shown for St. Louis local time (America/Chicago), calculated for the 15th of November. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in St. Louis — November

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of November, in St. Louis's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
5:42 AM – 6:22 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
6:22 AM – 7:22 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
4:08 PM – 5:08 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
5:08 PM – 5:48 PM

📅 When to book — St. Louis in November

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on November's tier (Shoulder) and St. Louis's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

November in United States — events that affect travel

Known cultural, religious, or national events that surge prices, fill hotels, or close businesses during this month. Plan around them, or build your itinerary around the ones you'd like to see.

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Thanksgiving Week
Travel surge · high impact

Busiest domestic travel week of the year in the US. Airports run at capacity, flight prices spike, many restaurants close on Thursday.

Plan: Book flights 2+ months out, fly on the day OF Thanksgiving for cheaper fares, or just avoid the week.

Crowds & pricing — November in St. Louis

Shoulder

St. Louis is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Sun & mosquito risk — November in St. Louis

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
5.7
Moderate
Use SPF 15-30 for prolonged outdoor exposure; sunglasses recommended at peak hours.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●○○○○
Minimal
Occasional mosquitoes possible near standing water. Repellent rarely needed.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

St. Louis in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 5°C / 41°F -4°C / 25°F 74 mm 13
February 7°C / 45°F -4°C / 26°F 72 mm 13
March 13°C / 56°F 3°C / 37°F 133 mm 16
April 19°C / 66°F 8°C / 46°F 132 mm 16
May 25°C / 76°F 14°C / 58°F 130 mm 20
June 30°C / 86°F 20°C / 67°F 137 mm 17
July 31°C / 87°F 21°C / 70°F 152 mm 17
August 30°C / 85°F 20°C / 69°F 140 mm 18
September 27°C / 81°F 17°C / 63°F 112 mm 13
October 20°C / 68°F 10°C / 51°F 106 mm 14
November 12°C / 54°F 3°C / 37°F 77 mm 12
December 8°C / 46°F -1°C / 31°F 76 mm 10

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is St. Louis in November?

In November, St. Louis averages a high of 12°C (54°F) and a low of 3°C (37°F) — generally cool.

Does it rain a lot in St. Louis in November?

November can be fairly wet in St. Louis, with about 12 rainy days on average.

Is November a good time to visit St. Louis?

November is cool. It suits travelers who are comfortable with cool weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for St. Louis in November?

Pack a warm jacket and layers, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full November packing list for St. Louis for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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