Bowen Weather in November (1981–2025)

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November at a Glance in Bowen

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
30.0°C
Avg Low
❄️
23.5°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
26.8°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
48 mm
Avg Humidity
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69%
Avg Wind
🌬️
4.1 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
7
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+1.9°C
temp difference
🌡️Warm afternoons🌙Mild mornings☀️Very sunny🌦️Some rain💨Breezy😊Comfortable humidity

Bowen November Weather Overview

November is one of the warmer months of the year in Bowen, with average highs near 30°C and lows around 23.5°C (mean 26.8°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 48 mm of rainfall and 69% relative humidity across the period.

Bowen November Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

November is one of the warmer months of the year in Bowen. Across 45 years of records, the warmest November in Bowen was 2025 — when the month averaged 28.7°C — while the coldest was 2010 at 25.3°C. Typical November days reach 30°C with nights near 23.5°C. The long-term November temperature trend is broadly flat.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp26.4°C→27.4°C+1°C
Max Temp29.6°C→30.5°C+0.9°C
Min Temp23.2°C→24.4°C+1.2°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

25.0°C–26.0°C5 yr (11%)
26.0°C–27.0°C25 yr (56%)
27.0°C–28.0°C13 yr (29%)
28.0°C–29.0°C2 yr (4%)

Bowen November Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

November is one of the drier months in Bowen, averaging 48 mm of rainfall. The wettest November on record was 2010 with 264 mm, while the driest was 1990 at 2 mm.

Bowen November Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Bowen during November averages 69%. The most humid November was 2010 at 81%, and the least humid were 1986 and 2002 at 62%.

Bowen November Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

November receives about 7 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Bowen. The sunniest November was 2019 at 8 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2010 at 4.2.

Bowen November Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Bowen during November is 4.1 m/s. The windiest Novembers were 2002 and 2003 at 4.9 m/s, while the calmest were 1985 and 2025 at 3.5 m/s.

What November Feels Like in Bowen

🌅
Mild
Morning
🌞
Warm
Afternoon
🌆
Mild
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★★★

How November Ranks in Bowen

🔥5th warmest month of the year
🌧️6th wettest month of the year
☀️1st sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Bowen Weather by Month

Bowen November Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp26.6°C26.7°C26.8°C26.7°C27.4°C+0.8°C
Avg High29.9°C30.1°C30.0°C29.9°C30.5°C+0.6°C
Avg Low23.3°C23.3°C23.5°C23.5°C24.2°C+0.9°C
Avg Rain71 mm40 mm30 mm57 mm42 mm-29 mm

Extreme November Records in Bowen

🔥Warmest November40.4°C1990
🧊Coldest November17.8°C1986
🌧️Wettest November264 mm2010
🏜️Driest November2 mm1990
🌬️Windiest November4.9 m/s2002

Key Insights for November

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November temperatures in Bowen have risen by about 1°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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November has ranged from a record low of 17.8°C (1986) to a record high of 40.4°C (1990).

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Rainfall in November is one of the drier months, averaging 48 mm, with a wettest year of 264 mm.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Bowen?

A good time to visit Bowen

November is a good time to visit Bowen, with days averaging 30°C and nights around 23.5°C (mean 26.8°C, warmer than Bowen's yearly average) and moderate rainfall. August and June are marginally more temperate, but November still suits most travellers.

See Bowen's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Bowen Weather in November — In Depth

☀️ November climate overview

November is one of the warmer months of the year in Bowen, with average highs near 30°C and lows around 23.5°C (mean 26.8°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 48 mm of rainfall and 69% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in November

November averages 48 mm of rainfall in Bowen, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest November on record saw 264 mm (2010), and the driest just 2 mm (1990). Humidity sits around 69% and average wind speed is 4.1 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 7 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How November has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average November temperatures have risen by about 1°C. Daytime highs moved from 29.6°C to 30.5°C and overnight lows from 23.2°C to 24.4°C over the same span.
November Weather in Bowen, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
2025 🔥31.9°C28.7°C25.4°C34.9°C23.4°C30 mm69%3.5 m/s6.9
202430.3°C27.3°C24.2°C31.6°C22.2°C59 mm71%4.2 m/s7.1
202329.9°C26.8°C23.7°C33.7°C21.3°C7 mm69%4 m/s6.9
202230.2°C27.1°C24.0°C32.9°C21.2°C61 mm70%3.9 m/s6.9
202130.2°C27.3°C24.5°C32.4°C22.0°C87 mm72%4.2 m/s6.4
202030.3°C26.9°C23.6°C33.1°C22.4°C6 mm67%4.5 m/s7.6
201930.3°C26.6°C22.8°C36.7°C20.7°C5 mm66%3.7 m/s8
201831.9°C28.1°C24.2°C39.1°C22.7°C14 mm65%4.2 m/s7.7
201728.9°C25.9°C23.0°C31.2°C22.1°C58 mm71%4.5 m/s6.7
201631.1°C27.5°C23.9°C34.1°C21.4°C19 mm67%3.9 m/s7.4
201530.2°C27.0°C23.9°C31.9°C22.2°C36 mm71%3.8 m/s7.3
201430.3°C26.9°C23.5°C31.6°C21.5°C6 mm68%4.1 m/s7.8
201329.5°C26.6°C23.6°C31.6°C21.3°C122 mm72%3.8 m/s6.5
201229.9°C26.5°C23.1°C31.5°C21.7°C11 mm66%4.1 m/s7.6
201129.8°C26.6°C23.4°C31.8°C21.3°C31 mm69%4.4 m/s7
2010 ❄️ 🌧️27.5°C25.3°C23.1°C29.9°C19.9°C264 mm81%4.4 m/s4.2
200929.7°C26.4°C23.0°C35.2°C21.0°C22 mm67%4.4 m/s7.3
200831.2°C27.7°C24.1°C36.2°C22.1°C18 mm68%3.9 m/s7.1
200729.9°C26.9°C23.8°C31.3°C22.4°C32 mm68%4.5 m/s6.4
200629.7°C26.1°C22.5°C35.5°C21.0°C12 mm66%4.1 m/s7.8
200530.6°C27.4°C24.2°C33.6°C23.2°C12 mm67%3.9 m/s7.2
200430.0°C26.9°C23.9°C33.4°C21.5°C27 mm69%4.2 m/s6.9
200330.2°C26.8°C23.4°C36.8°C21.8°C4 mm63%4.9 m/s7.5
200229.6°C26.2°C22.8°C31.2°C21.3°C11 mm62%4.9 m/s7.8
200130.7°C27.6°C24.5°C33.8°C23.0°C23 mm68%3.9 m/s6.9
200028.3°C25.8°C23.2°C34.1°C18.8°C142 mm79%4.2 m/s6
199928.8°C25.9°C23.0°C33.3°C21.1°C73 mm72%4.7 m/s6.3
199829.2°C26.4°C23.5°C33.6°C21.1°C105 mm75%3.9 m/s6.4
199730.1°C26.9°C23.6°C32.5°C21.6°C9 mm69%3.8 m/s7.3
199630.5°C26.9°C23.3°C35.7°C21.6°C45 mm69%3.7 m/s7.6
199530.6°C27.3°C24.0°C34.6°C21.9°C57 mm71%3.7 m/s7.3
199430.7°C27.0°C23.2°C34.3°C20.2°C5 mm65%3.9 m/s7.7
199329.9°C26.7°C23.6°C32.7°C21.7°C44 mm68%4.1 m/s7.2
199230.7°C26.9°C23.1°C37.3°C20.1°C5 mm66%3.9 m/s7.7
199129.7°C26.4°C23.2°C33.3°C21.6°C59 mm69%4.1 m/s7.4
199030.7°C26.7°C22.8°C40.4°C21.4°C2 mm65%4.2 m/s7.7
198929.2°C26.3°C23.5°C31.5°C22.2°C104 mm72%4.5 m/s6.1
198830.7°C27.1°C23.5°C34.2°C18.0°C115 mm72%4 m/s6.9
198730.6°C27.2°C23.9°C36.3°C21.8°C43 mm70%3.7 m/s6.5
198630.6°C26.7°C22.8°C35.4°C17.8°C15 mm62%3.9 m/s7.4
198529.3°C26.3°C23.4°C33.9°C20.1°C119 mm76%3.5 m/s6.5
198429.5°C26.3°C23.0°C31.3°C21.0°C28 mm70%4.3 m/s7.1
198329.9°C26.8°C23.6°C34.2°C22.3°C80 mm72%3.7 m/s—
198229.1°C25.5°C21.9°C30.8°C20.6°C2 mm66%4.6 m/s—
198130.0°C27.1°C24.2°C32.3°C22.3°C135 mm75%3.6 m/s—

Actual recorded November data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Bowen November Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Bowen in November?▼

The average high in November is around 30°C with lows near 23.5°C (mean 26.8°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Bowen in November?▼

November averages 48 mm of rainfall in Bowen, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 264 mm in 2010.

What was the hottest November on record in Bowen?▼

The hottest November reached 40.4°C in 1990. The coldest dipped to 17.8°C in 1986.

Has November in Bowen gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average November temperatures have risen by about 1°C. Daytime highs moved from 29.6°C to 30.5°C and overnight lows from 23.2°C to 24.4°C over the same span.

Is November a good time to visit Bowen?▼

November is one of the warmer months of the year in Bowen and one of the drier months, so plan for around 30°C daytime highs and 23.5°C at night.

Is November the coldest month in Bowen?▼

Not quite — November is the 8th coolest month in Bowen, averaging 26.8°C.

What should I pack for Bowen in November?▼

For November in Bowen, pack light, breathable clothing and sun protection, with typical highs of 30°C and lows of 23.5°C.

Is Bowen humid in November?▼

Relative humidity in November averages 69% — moderately humid.

How windy is Bowen in November?▼

Average wind speed in November is 4.1 m/s. The windiest November on record averaged 4.9 m/s (2002).

Which November had the most rainfall in Bowen?▼

The wettest November on record was 2010 with 264 mm. On average, November sees 48 mm.

Where does this November weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Bowen behaves each November, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for November specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.