Watertown Weather in November (1981–2025)

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November at a Glance in Watertown

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
6.0°C
Avg Low
❄️
-1.3°C
Avg Temp
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2.4°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
97 mm
Avg Humidity
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85%
Avg Wind
🌬️
0.5 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
1.5
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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-4.3°C
temp difference
❄️Cold afternoons🥶Freezing mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Watertown November Weather Overview

November is one of the cooler months of the year in Watertown, with average highs near 6°C and lows around -1.3°C (mean 2.4°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 97 mm of rainfall and 85% relative humidity across the period.

Watertown November Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

November is one of the cooler months of the year in Watertown. Across 45 years of records, the warmest November in Watertown was 2001 — when the month averaged 5.8°C — while the coldest was 1996 at -1.7°C. Typical November days reach 6°C with nights near -1.3°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.2°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp2.0°C→2.7°C+0.7°C
Max Temp5.5°C→6.3°C+0.8°C
Min Temp-1.4°C→-1.0°C+0.4°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

-2.0°C–0.0°C5 yr (11%)
0.0°C–2.0°C18 yr (40%)
2.0°C–4.0°C12 yr (27%)
4.0°C–6.0°C10 yr (22%)

Watertown November Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

November is about average for rainfall in Watertown, averaging 97 mm of rainfall. The wettest November on record was 1989 with 145 mm, while the driest was 2012 at 38 mm.

Watertown November Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Watertown during November averages 85%. The most humid November was 1996 at 92%, and the least humid was 2012 at 80%.

Watertown November Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

November receives about 1.5 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Watertown. The sunniest Novembers were 2009 and 2012 at 1.8 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1985 at 1.2.

Watertown November Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Watertown during November is 0.5 m/s. The windiest Novembers were 2022, 2023 and 2025, among others at 0.5 m/s, while the calmest were 2015, 2020 and 2024, among others at 0.4 m/s.

What November Feels Like in Watertown

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Freezing
Morning
🌞
Cold
Afternoon
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Freezing
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★☆☆☆☆

How November Ranks in Watertown

🥶5th coolest month of the year
🌧️5th wettest month of the year
☀️10th sunniest month of the year

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

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Watertown November Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp1.7°C1.7°C3.3°C2.1°C3.1°C+1.4°C
Avg High5.2°C5.3°C7.1°C5.9°C6.8°C+1.6°C
Avg Low-1.8°C-1.8°C-0.4°C-1.7°C-0.7°C+1.1°C
Avg Rain114 mm105 mm99 mm76 mm90 mm-23 mm

Extreme November Records in Watertown

🔥Warmest November21.7°C2022
🧊Coldest November-20.4°C2013
🌧️Wettest November145 mm1989
🏜️Driest November38 mm2012
🌬️Windiest November0.5 m/s1982

Key Insights for November

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November temperatures in Watertown have risen by about 0.7°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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November has ranged from a record low of -20.4°C (2013) to a record high of 21.7°C (2022).

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Rainfall in November is about average for rainfall, averaging 97 mm, with a wettest year of 145 mm.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Watertown?

A good time to visit Watertown

November is a good time to visit Watertown, with days averaging 6°C and nights around -1.3°C (mean 2.4°C, cooler than Watertown's yearly average) and higher rainfall. July and August are marginally more temperate, but November still suits most travellers.

See Watertown'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 →

Watertown Weather in November — In Depth

☀️ November climate overview

November is one of the cooler months of the year in Watertown, with average highs near 6°C and lows around -1.3°C (mean 2.4°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 97 mm of rainfall and 85% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in November

November averages 97 mm of rainfall in Watertown, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest November on record saw 145 mm (1989), and the driest just 38 mm (2012). Humidity sits around 85% and average wind speed is 0.5 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 1.5 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 0.7°C. Daytime highs moved from 5.5°C to 6.3°C and overnight lows from -1.4°C to -1°C over the same span.
November Weather in Watertown, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
20254.3°C1.2°C-1.8°C10.3°C-5.7°C103 mm87%0.5 m/s1.3
20248.2°C4.5°C0.7°C18.1°C-4.9°C85 mm81%0.4 m/s1.6
20234.7°C1.1°C-2.5°C13.0°C-8.6°C79 mm83%0.5 m/s1.5
20228.0°C3.9°C-0.2°C21.7°C-11.8°C121 mm84%0.5 m/s1.6
20216.2°C2.6°C-1.0°C14.7°C-7.2°C77 mm84%0.5 m/s1.7
20209.3°C5.0°C0.6°C21.2°C-7.9°C77 mm80%0.4 m/s1.5
20192.5°C-0.9°C-4.4°C9.8°C-13.9°C64 mm86%0.5 m/s1.6
20182.5°C-0.4°C-3.4°C14.0°C-17.9°C118 mm88%0.5 m/s1.3
20175.6°C1.5°C-2.6°C14.1°C-8.2°C90 mm83%0.5 m/s1.5
20168.4°C4.4°C0.3°C17.7°C-7.1°C58 mm84%0.5 m/s1.6
20159.8°C5.6°C1.4°C20.3°C-5.6°C47 mm80%0.4 m/s1.7
20143.9°C1.0°C-2.0°C16.5°C-9.0°C73 mm85%0.5 m/s1.4
20134.1°C0.1°C-3.9°C15.9°C-20.4°C116 mm82%0.5 m/s1.5
20125.6°C1.7°C-2.1°C17.9°C-8.6°C38 mm80%0.5 m/s1.8
20119.6°C5.5°C1.5°C15.7°C-5.3°C75 mm85%0.4 m/s1.6
20106.8°C2.5°C-1.7°C15.8°C-7.8°C77 mm83%0.5 m/s1.7
20099.3°C5.0°C0.6°C15.1°C-4.2°C53 mm86%0.4 m/s1.8
20085.2°C2.0°C-1.2°C18.7°C-11.3°C106 mm88%0.4 m/s1.6
20074.6°C1.0°C-2.6°C13.7°C-11.9°C113 mm86%0.5 m/s1.6
20068.9°C5.3°C1.7°C18.1°C-4.4°C92 mm90%0.4 m/s1.3
20057.9°C3.8°C-0.3°C19.2°C-9.4°C131 mm86%0.5 m/s1.5
20047.1°C3.2°C-0.6°C11.8°C-6.1°C93 mm85%0.4 m/s1.5
20037.7°C3.9°C0.1°C16.4°C-7.6°C134 mm87%0.5 m/s1.5
20024.7°C1.3°C-2.0°C16.3°C-8.2°C96 mm88%0.4 m/s1.4
2001 🔥9.8°C5.8°C1.7°C18.8°C-4.4°C75 mm84%0.4 m/s1.5
20005.3°C1.9°C-1.5°C16.6°C-12.6°C99 mm89%0.5 m/s1.5
19998.6°C4.8°C1.1°C18.0°C-7.1°C100 mm80%0.5 m/s1.3
19986.2°C2.6°C-1.0°C14.2°C-5.0°C68 mm84%0.5 m/s1.4
19973.7°C0.6°C-2.4°C14.6°C-11.8°C115 mm90%0.4 m/s1.4
1996 ❄️1.5°C-1.7°C-5.0°C17.2°C-15.1°C137 mm92%0.4 m/s1.7
19952.2°C-0.9°C-4.1°C16.7°C-11.8°C118 mm90%0.5 m/s1.6
19948.2°C4.1°C0.0°C17.2°C-8.7°C127 mm80%0.5 m/s1.4
19935.3°C1.5°C-2.3°C13.6°C-10.2°C102 mm85%0.5 m/s1.5
19924.9°C1.6°C-1.7°C14.2°C-8.8°C127 mm89%0.4 m/s1.4
19915.8°C2.0°C-1.7°C17.6°C-7.0°C80 mm83%0.4 m/s1.4
19906.4°C2.6°C-1.2°C16.1°C-7.4°C79 mm85%0.5 m/s1.6
1989 🌧️4.3°C0.7°C-2.9°C15.9°C-13.3°C145 mm83%0.5 m/s1.3
19886.3°C2.8°C-0.6°C15.8°C-6.2°C123 mm87%0.5 m/s1.3
19875.8°C1.7°C-2.3°C15.8°C-12.2°C125 mm85%0.5 m/s1.6
19863.3°C-0.1°C-3.4°C12.1°C-9.6°C82 mm86%0.5 m/s1.6
19855.0°C1.7°C-1.7°C15.0°C-7.6°C134 mm88%0.4 m/s1.2
19845.6°C1.8°C-1.9°C14.9°C-7.9°C84 mm84%0.5 m/s1.5
19834.9°C1.7°C-1.6°C13.2°C-9.0°C127 mm89%0.5 m/s—
19827.0°C3.6°C0.2°C17.6°C-9.4°C137 mm86%0.5 m/s—
19814.9°C1.4°C-2.2°C15.3°C-7.3°C65 mm87%0.4 m/s—

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

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Watertown November Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Watertown in November?▼

The average high in November is around 6°C with lows near -1.3°C (mean 2.4°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Watertown in November?▼

November averages 97 mm of rainfall in Watertown, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 145 mm in 1989.

What was the hottest November on record in Watertown?▼

The hottest November reached 21.7°C in 2022. The coldest dipped to -20.4°C in 2013.

Has November in Watertown 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 0.7°C. Daytime highs moved from 5.5°C to 6.3°C and overnight lows from -1.4°C to -1°C over the same span.

Is November a good time to visit Watertown?▼

November is one of the cooler months of the year in Watertown and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 6°C daytime highs and -1.3°C at night.

Is November the coldest month in Watertown?▼

Not quite — November is the 5th coolest month in Watertown, averaging 2.4°C.

What should I pack for Watertown in November?▼

For November in Watertown, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 6°C and lows of -1.3°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Watertown humid in November?▼

Relative humidity in November averages 85% — quite humid.

How windy is Watertown in November?▼

Average wind speed in November is 0.5 m/s. The windiest November on record averaged 0.5 m/s (1982).

Which November had the most rainfall in Watertown?▼

The wettest November on record was 1989 with 145 mm. On average, November sees 97 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 Watertown 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.