Albany Weather in November (1981–2025)

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November at a Glance in Albany

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
7.8°C
Avg Low
❄️
-1.2°C
Avg Temp
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3.3°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
88 mm
Avg Humidity
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84%
Avg Wind
🌬️
0.1 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
1.8
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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-4.6°C
temp difference
❄️Cold afternoons🥶Freezing mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Albany November Weather Overview

November is one of the cooler months of the year in Albany, with average highs near 7.8°C and lows around -1.2°C (mean 3.3°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 88 mm of rainfall and 84% relative humidity across the period.

Albany November Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

November is one of the cooler months of the year in Albany. Across 45 years of records, the warmest November in Albany was 2001 — when the month averaged 6.5°C — while the coldest was 2019 at 0.3°C. Typical November days reach 7.8°C with nights near -1.2°C. The long-term November temperature trend is broadly flat.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp3.4°C→3.7°C+0.3°C
Max Temp7.9°C→8.4°C+0.5°C
Min Temp-1.1°C→-0.9°C+0.2°C

Trend (per decade)

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

Distribution of Avg Temp

0.0°C–1.8°C8 yr (18%)
1.8°C–3.5°C20 yr (44%)
3.5°C–5.3°C8 yr (18%)
5.3°C–7.0°C9 yr (20%)

Albany November Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

November is about average for rainfall in Albany, averaging 88 mm of rainfall. The wettest November on record was 2018 with 183 mm, while the driest was 2012 at 23 mm.

Albany November Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Albany during November averages 84%. The most humid November was 1997 at 91%, and the least humid was 2024 at 74%.

Albany November Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

November receives about 1.8 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Albany. The sunniest Novembers were 2015, 2022 and 2024, among others at 2.1 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2018 at 1.4.

Albany November Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Albany during November is 0.1 m/s. The windiest Novembers were 2023, 2024 and 2025, among others at 0.1 m/s, while the calmest were 1989 and 1998 at 0 m/s.

What November Feels Like in Albany

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Freezing
Morning
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Cold
Afternoon
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Freezing
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★☆☆☆

How November Ranks in Albany

🥶5th coolest month of the year
🌵4th driest month of the year
☀️10th sunniest month of the year

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

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Albany November Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp2.9°C2.8°C4.1°C2.8°C4.1°C+1.2°C
Avg High7.4°C7.2°C8.5°C7.3°C8.8°C+1.4°C
Avg Low-1.5°C-1.6°C-0.3°C-1.6°C-0.7°C+0.8°C
Avg Rain96 mm99 mm85 mm77 mm78 mm-18 mm

Extreme November Records in Albany

🔥Warmest November24.5°C1982
🧊Coldest November-16.3°C2018
🌧️Wettest November183 mm2018
🏜️Driest November23 mm2012
🌬️Windiest November0.1 m/s1981

Key Insights for November

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November temperatures in Albany have risen by about 0.3°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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November has ranged from a record low of -16.3°C (2018) to a record high of 24.5°C (1982).

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Rainfall in November is about average for rainfall, averaging 88 mm, with a wettest year of 183 mm.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Albany?

A good time to visit Albany

November is a good time to visit Albany, with days averaging 7.8°C and nights around -1.2°C (mean 3.3°C, cooler than Albany's yearly average) and higher rainfall. July and August are marginally more temperate, but November still suits most travellers.

See Albany'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 →

Albany Weather in November — In Depth

☀️ November climate overview

November is one of the cooler months of the year in Albany, with average highs near 7.8°C and lows around -1.2°C (mean 3.3°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 88 mm of rainfall and 84% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in November

November averages 88 mm of rainfall in Albany, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest November on record saw 183 mm (2018), and the driest just 23 mm (2012). Humidity sits around 84% and average wind speed is 0.1 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 1.8 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 0.3°C. Daytime highs moved from 7.9°C to 8.4°C and overnight lows from -1.1°C to -0.9°C over the same span.
November Weather in Albany, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
20257.0°C2.8°C-1.4°C15.5°C-5.1°C71 mm83%0.1 m/s1.7
202410.5°C5.5°C0.5°C23.4°C-7.6°C85 mm74%0.1 m/s2.1
20236.7°C2.0°C-2.6°C17.1°C-7.4°C52 mm84%0.1 m/s2
202210.0°C5.2°C0.3°C21.9°C-6.4°C91 mm83%0.1 m/s2.1
20217.8°C3.2°C-1.4°C17.3°C-5.2°C64 mm84%0.1 m/s2
202011.0°C5.7°C0.3°C23.1°C-6.8°C106 mm84%0.1 m/s1.8
2019 ❄️4.4°C0.3°C-3.7°C19.5°C-11.1°C87 mm85%0.1 m/s1.9
2018 🌧️3.8°C0.6°C-2.6°C18.3°C-16.3°C183 mm90%0.1 m/s1.4
20177.5°C2.6°C-2.3°C18.9°C-7.7°C33 mm80%0.1 m/s1.9
20169.4°C4.6°C-0.1°C21.2°C-5.0°C82 mm83%0.1 m/s1.9
201510.9°C5.9°C0.9°C20.9°C-5.9°C54 mm84%0.1 m/s2.1
20145.9°C1.4°C-3.0°C17.3°C-12.2°C70 mm83%0.1 m/s1.8
20136.1°C1.5°C-3.1°C20.3°C-12.6°C81 mm77%0.1 m/s2.1
20126.4°C2.2°C-2.0°C16.2°C-6.0°C23 mm82%0.1 m/s2.1
201110.8°C5.9°C1.0°C18.0°C-7.1°C69 mm89%0.1 m/s2
20107.4°C3.0°C-1.4°C14.4°C-6.2°C85 mm84%0.1 m/s1.9
20099.9°C5.4°C0.9°C16.1°C-4.0°C58 mm88%0.1 m/s1.9
20087.0°C2.9°C-1.1°C18.1°C-11.0°C69 mm86%0.1 m/s1.6
20076.4°C2.1°C-2.2°C14.5°C-7.1°C93 mm84%0.1 m/s1.8
200610.2°C6.0°C1.8°C18.2°C-5.3°C106 mm90%0.1 m/s1.8
20059.5°C4.5°C-0.6°C20.3°C-10.3°C131 mm87%0.1 m/s1.9
20048.6°C3.8°C-1.0°C16.7°C-6.0°C81 mm85%0.1 m/s1.9
20039.2°C4.9°C0.7°C21.0°C-6.6°C103 mm85%0.1 m/s1.7
20025.5°C2.0°C-1.4°C19.3°C-8.1°C108 mm89%0.1 m/s1.5
2001 🔥12.0°C6.5°C1.0°C21.5°C-5.6°C42 mm77%0.1 m/s1.9
20007.0°C2.8°C-1.3°C15.2°C-9.7°C59 mm84%0.1 m/s1.8
199910.0°C5.3°C0.7°C18.2°C-6.2°C75 mm82%0.1 m/s1.7
19987.9°C3.3°C-1.2°C14.6°C-5.1°C52 mm82%0 m/s1.7
19974.5°C0.7°C-3.1°C16.6°C-12.4°C170 mm91%0.1 m/s1.7
19964.7°C0.6°C-3.5°C18.4°C-12.7°C98 mm85%0.1 m/s1.7
19955.2°C1.2°C-2.8°C19.1°C-8.2°C120 mm87%0.1 m/s1.8
199410.5°C5.4°C0.4°C21.9°C-7.7°C63 mm76%0.1 m/s1.7
19937.5°C2.6°C-2.4°C20.0°C-9.0°C107 mm84%0.1 m/s1.7
19926.1°C2.2°C-1.8°C15.8°C-8.9°C108 mm87%0.1 m/s1.6
19917.3°C3.0°C-1.2°C19.2°C-5.8°C105 mm86%0.1 m/s1.7
19908.2°C3.8°C-0.7°C19.2°C-5.5°C94 mm84%0.1 m/s1.9
19896.7°C2.3°C-2.1°C18.2°C-10.2°C61 mm81%0 m/s1.9
19888.4°C3.7°C-0.9°C16.6°C-4.9°C139 mm86%0.1 m/s1.5
19877.6°C2.9°C-1.8°C20.1°C-12.4°C58 mm86%0.1 m/s1.9
19865.0°C0.7°C-3.7°C13.5°C-12.1°C125 mm86%0.1 m/s1.7
19857.2°C3.2°C-0.8°C19.9°C-8.2°C133 mm89%0.1 m/s1.5
19847.8°C2.9°C-1.9°C16.7°C-7.9°C64 mm79%0.1 m/s2
19837.5°C3.1°C-1.4°C16.9°C-6.1°C136 mm86%0.1 m/s—
19829.9°C4.9°C0.0°C24.5°C-7.2°C101 mm82%0.1 m/s—
19816.9°C2.8°C-1.3°C16.3°C-7.6°C47 mm84%0.1 m/s—

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

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Albany November Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Albany in November?▼

The average high in November is around 7.8°C with lows near -1.2°C (mean 3.3°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Albany in November?▼

November averages 88 mm of rainfall in Albany, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 183 mm in 2018.

What was the hottest November on record in Albany?▼

The hottest November reached 24.5°C in 1982. The coldest dipped to -16.3°C in 2018.

Has November in Albany 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 0.3°C. Daytime highs moved from 7.9°C to 8.4°C and overnight lows from -1.1°C to -0.9°C over the same span.

Is November a good time to visit Albany?▼

November is one of the cooler months of the year in Albany and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 7.8°C daytime highs and -1.2°C at night.

Is November the coldest month in Albany?▼

Not quite — November is the 5th coolest month in Albany, averaging 3.3°C.

What should I pack for Albany in November?▼

For November in Albany, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 7.8°C and lows of -1.2°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Albany humid in November?▼

Relative humidity in November averages 84% — quite humid.

How windy is Albany in November?▼

Average wind speed in November is 0.1 m/s. The windiest November on record averaged 0.1 m/s (1981).

Which November had the most rainfall in Albany?▼

The wettest November on record was 2018 with 183 mm. On average, November sees 88 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 Albany 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.