West Palm Beach in November

In November, West Palm Beach averages 26°C (79°F) during the day and 21°C (70°F) at night, with frequent rain — about 20 days of the month see precipitation (99 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are comfortable for sightseeing without being sweltering. Expect daily rain or showers, often in heavy bursts.

November offers comfortable temperatures in West Palm Beach, with some rain to plan around.

26°C
Avg high
21°C
Avg low
20
Rain days
99 mm
Rainfall

How November compares to the rest of the year in West Palm Beach

8th
warmest month of the 12
8th
wettest month of the 12
6%
of yearly rainfall falls in November
10 h 50 min
daylight on the 15th

November is in the middle of the year for warmth in West Palm Beach (8th of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (8th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 1°C below the annual average (27°C). November runs 2°C cooler than October (28°C) and cools 1°C in December (24°C).

November sunrise & sunset in West Palm Beach

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
6:39 AM
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Sunset (15th)
5:30 PM
Day length
10 h 50 min

Times shown for West Palm Beach local time (America/New_York), calculated for the 15th of November. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in West Palm Beach — November

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

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
5:39 AM – 6:19 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
6:19 AM – 7:19 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
4:50 PM – 5:50 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
5:50 PM – 6:30 PM

📅 When to book — West Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach'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 West Palm Beach

Shoulder

West Palm Beach 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.

Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — November in West Palm Beach

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
8.1
Very high
Limit sun exposure between 11 AM and 3 PM; SPF 30-50, reapply every 90 minutes outdoors.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●●●
Severe
Severe mosquito season with active disease transmission risk. DEET 30%+, picaridin 20%, long sleeves day and night, treated nets, and check CDC/WHO travel advisories before going.

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.

Sea temperature in West Palm Beach — November

27.7°C (82°F)
bath-warm
tropical and comfortable for hours

Across the year West Palm Beach's sea swings from 24.9°C (February) to 31°C (August) — November sits at 27.7°C.

West Palm Beach in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 23°C / 73°F 17°C / 62°F 79 mm 16
February 25°C / 76°F 19°C / 66°F 68 mm 16
March 26°C / 78°F 19°C / 67°F 53 mm 17
April 27°C / 81°F 21°C / 70°F 102 mm 21
May 28°C / 82°F 23°C / 73°F 146 mm 23
June 30°C / 85°F 24°C / 76°F 195 mm 28
July 30°C / 87°F 25°C / 78°F 188 mm 30
August 31°C / 87°F 26°C / 78°F 206 mm 30
September 30°C / 85°F 25°C / 77°F 243 mm 28
October 28°C / 82°F 24°C / 74°F 129 mm 23
November 26°C / 79°F 21°C / 70°F 99 mm 20
December 24°C / 76°F 19°C / 66°F 68 mm 17

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is West Palm Beach in November?

In November, West Palm Beach averages a high of 26°C (79°F) and a low of 21°C (70°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in West Palm Beach in November?

November is quite rainy in West Palm Beach, with about 20 rainy days on average.

Is November a good time to visit West Palm Beach?

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

What should I pack for West Palm Beach in November?

Pack light layers for warm days and cooler evenings, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full November packing list for West Palm Beach for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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