Blenheim Weather in November (1981–2025)

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November at a Glance in Blenheim

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
16.6°C
Avg Low
❄️
7.5°C
Avg Temp
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12.1°C
Avg Rain
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63 mm
Avg Humidity
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79%
Avg Wind
🌬️
2.5 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
6.1
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+1°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons❄️Cold mornings☀️Very sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Blenheim November Weather Overview

November is one of the warmer months of the year in Blenheim, with average highs near 16.6°C and lows around 7.5°C (mean 12.1°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 63 mm of rainfall and 79% relative humidity across the period.

Blenheim November Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

November is one of the warmer months of the year in Blenheim. Across 45 years of records, the warmest November in Blenheim was 1984 — when the month averaged 13.9°C — while the coldest was 1993 at 9.9°C. Typical November days reach 16.6°C with nights near 7.5°C. The long-term November temperature trend is broadly flat.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp12.4°C→12.8°C+0.4°C
Max Temp17.0°C→16.9°C-0.1°C
Min Temp7.7°C→8.6°C+0.9°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

9.0°C–10.3°C2 yr (4%)
10.3°C–11.5°C7 yr (16%)
11.5°C–12.8°C25 yr (56%)
12.8°C–14.0°C11 yr (24%)

Blenheim November Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

November is about average for rainfall in Blenheim, averaging 63 mm of rainfall. The wettest November on record was 2020 with 168 mm, while the driest was 2007 at 11 mm.

Blenheim November Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Blenheim during November averages 79%. The most humid November was 1992 at 85%, and the least humid was 1997 at 67%.

Blenheim November Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

November receives about 6.1 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Blenheim. The sunniest November was 2007 at 6.9 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest were 2001 and 2020 at 5.2.

Blenheim November Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Blenheim during November is 2.5 m/s. The windiest November was 1994 at 3.4 m/s, while the calmest was 2010 at 1.8 m/s.

What November Feels Like in Blenheim

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Cold
Morning
🌞
Cool
Afternoon
🌆
Cold
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How November Ranks in Blenheim

🔥5th warmest month of the year
🌵3rd driest month of the year
☀️3rd sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Blenheim Weather by Month

Blenheim November Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp12.4°C11.4°C12.0°C12.2°C12.7°C+0.3°C
Avg High17.0°C15.8°C16.8°C16.8°C16.8°C-0.2°C
Avg Low7.9°C7.0°C7.1°C7.6°C8.5°C+0.6°C
Avg Rain64 mm79 mm46 mm49 mm83 mm+19 mm

Extreme November Records in Blenheim

🔥Warmest November25.2°C2007
🧊Coldest November0.7°C1996
🌧️Wettest November168 mm2020
🏜️Driest November11 mm2007
🌬️Windiest November3.4 m/s1994

Key Insights for November

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November temperatures in Blenheim have risen by about 0.4°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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November has ranged from a record low of 0.7°C (1996) to a record high of 25.2°C (2007).

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Rainfall in November is about average for rainfall, averaging 63 mm, with a wettest year of 168 mm.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Blenheim?

A good time to visit Blenheim

November is a good time to visit Blenheim, with days averaging 16.6°C and nights around 7.5°C (mean 12.1°C, close to Blenheim's yearly average) and moderate rainfall. February and January are marginally more temperate, but November still suits most travellers.

See Blenheim'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 →

Blenheim Weather in November — In Depth

☀️ November climate overview

November is one of the warmer months of the year in Blenheim, with average highs near 16.6°C and lows around 7.5°C (mean 12.1°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 63 mm of rainfall and 79% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in November

November averages 63 mm of rainfall in Blenheim, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest November on record saw 168 mm (2020), and the driest just 11 mm (2007). Humidity sits around 79% and average wind speed is 2.5 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 6.1 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 0.4°C — but days and nights have moved in opposite directions. Overnight lows rose from 7.7°C to 8.6°C while daytime highs eased from 17°C to 16.9°C, narrowing the gap between day and night.
November Weather in Blenheim, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202518.1°C13.7°C9.4°C22.8°C4.9°C69 mm83%2.3 m/s6.4
202416.6°C12.4°C8.2°C20.9°C2.3°C48 mm82%2.3 m/s6
202316.5°C11.9°C7.4°C21.8°C3.0°C67 mm82%2.4 m/s6.1
202216.6°C12.8°C9.0°C19.9°C5.6°C113 mm84%2.5 m/s5.9
202116.9°C13.0°C9.1°C21.0°C5.8°C36 mm84%2.7 m/s6
2020 🌧️16.0°C12.1°C8.2°C20.6°C4.8°C168 mm84%2.5 m/s5.2
201918.0°C13.4°C8.7°C24.5°C4.5°C63 mm81%2.6 m/s6.3
201816.0°C12.0°C7.9°C19.9°C3.8°C89 mm82%2.5 m/s5.8
201716.8°C12.5°C8.3°C22.7°C3.3°C13 mm81%2.1 m/s6.4
201616.3°C12.0°C7.6°C23.4°C4.5°C114 mm83%2.8 m/s5.6
201516.7°C11.6°C6.5°C20.9°C2.4°C30 mm78%2.7 m/s6.4
201416.4°C11.5°C6.6°C21.2°C2.5°C32 mm72%3.1 m/s6.5
201316.8°C12.8°C8.7°C21.7°C2.4°C48 mm83%2.4 m/s5.6
201216.3°C11.2°C6.2°C21.2°C1.9°C32 mm74%2 m/s6.6
201116.3°C11.7°C7.0°C20.2°C2.6°C51 mm78%2.6 m/s6
201018.3°C13.3°C8.3°C23.3°C3.0°C21 mm79%1.8 m/s6.8
200917.1°C11.9°C6.8°C22.6°C3.9°C41 mm76%2.3 m/s6
200816.4°C12.0°C7.7°C21.9°C1.3°C48 mm79%2.8 m/s5.9
200718.3°C12.8°C7.4°C25.2°C2.8°C11 mm70%2.1 m/s6.9
200616.1°C11.5°C6.9°C19.4°C0.7°C71 mm80%3 m/s5.8
200517.8°C12.6°C7.3°C22.1°C4.6°C24 mm72%2.6 m/s6.8
200416.6°C12.2°C7.7°C22.6°C2.8°C56 mm79%2.5 m/s6.3
200316.3°C11.2°C6.1°C21.0°C2.9°C47 mm75%2.5 m/s6.4
200217.2°C11.9°C6.5°C23.8°C1.7°C48 mm71%2.8 m/s6
200116.4°C12.5°C8.5°C22.3°C2.6°C87 mm79%2.7 m/s5.2
200016.2°C11.0°C5.9°C21.4°C2.9°C27 mm69%2.6 m/s6.6
199916.2°C12.2°C8.1°C20.6°C3.6°C92 mm80%3.1 m/s5.5
199816.3°C11.8°C7.3°C20.6°C3.7°C45 mm80%2.1 m/s6.3
199718.6°C12.9°C7.3°C24.9°C4.1°C25 mm67%3.1 m/s6.5
199614.3°C10.2°C6.0°C19.5°C0.7°C85 mm79%2.8 m/s5.8
199515.5°C11.1°C6.7°C20.8°C1.3°C84 mm81%2.4 m/s5.9
199415.5°C11.3°C7.1°C19.9°C3.3°C76 mm80%3.4 m/s5.8
1993 ❄️14.5°C9.9°C5.2°C20.4°C1.9°C110 mm79%2.3 m/s5.8
199215.5°C11.9°C8.3°C20.1°C4.6°C68 mm85%2.2 m/s6
199115.1°C10.4°C5.6°C18.4°C2.4°C54 mm76%2.5 m/s6.4
199016.1°C12.0°C7.9°C20.0°C4.4°C152 mm84%2.4 m/s5.7
198917.0°C12.6°C8.1°C21.0°C3.5°C35 mm79%2.6 m/s6.2
198818.0°C13.2°C8.4°C22.7°C2.4°C83 mm76%2.3 m/s6.1
198716.1°C12.1°C8.1°C21.3°C3.7°C94 mm82%2.4 m/s6
198616.8°C12.2°C7.7°C22.7°C4.3°C75 mm79%2.1 m/s6.2
198516.1°C11.7°C7.2°C20.7°C1.7°C87 mm80%2.3 m/s5.6
1984 🔥18.9°C13.9°C8.9°C24.5°C3.4°C42 mm75%2.4 m/s6.4
198315.8°C11.4°C7.0°C19.6°C3.8°C49 mm80%2.5 m/s—
198218.3°C13.2°C8.1°C22.8°C4.4°C34 mm72%3.3 m/s—
198115.8°C11.7°C7.5°C21.0°C4.1°C79 mm82%2.2 m/s—

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

Blenheim November Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Blenheim in November?▼

The average high in November is around 16.6°C with lows near 7.5°C (mean 12.1°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Blenheim in November?▼

November averages 63 mm of rainfall in Blenheim, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 168 mm in 2020.

What was the hottest November on record in Blenheim?▼

The hottest November reached 25.2°C in 2007. The coldest dipped to 0.7°C in 1996.

Has November in Blenheim 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 0.4°C — but days and nights have moved in opposite directions. Overnight lows rose from 7.7°C to 8.6°C while daytime highs eased from 17°C to 16.9°C, narrowing the gap between day and night.

Is November a good time to visit Blenheim?▼

November is one of the warmer months of the year in Blenheim and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 16.6°C daytime highs and 7.5°C at night.

Is November the coldest month in Blenheim?▼

Not quite — November is the 8th coolest month in Blenheim, averaging 12.1°C.

What should I pack for Blenheim in November?▼

For November in Blenheim, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 16.6°C and lows of 7.5°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Blenheim humid in November?▼

Relative humidity in November averages 79% — quite humid.

How windy is Blenheim in November?▼

Average wind speed in November is 2.5 m/s. The windiest November on record averaged 3.4 m/s (1994).

Which November had the most rainfall in Blenheim?▼

The wettest November on record was 2020 with 168 mm. On average, November sees 63 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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