Big Sur weather in November

Big Sur, United States
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November in Big Sur: nice, a little rain, with clean air — a great time to visit.

#8 of 12 months in Big Sur · #427 of 897 destinations to visit in November · comfort 75/100 (tier B)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

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Big Sur climate normals — November

Daytime high19°C / 65°F😎 nice
Nighttime low12°C / 54°F
Rainfall35 mm / 1.4 in🌦 some rain
Rainy days4 days
Humidity70%💧 humid
Dew point8°C / 47°F
Sunshine8.9 h/day
Daylight10.3 h
Wind18 km/h / 11 mph
Air quality (US AQI)34🍃 good

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Big Sur in November — FAQ

Is November a good time to visit Big Sur?
November in Big Sur: nice, a little rain, with clean air — a great time to visit. It ranks #8 of 12 months for Big Sur on SeasonMap's comfort score (75/100).
What is the weather like in Big Sur in November?
In November, Big Sur averages a daily high of 18.5°C and a low of 12.2°C, with about 34.7 mm of rain over roughly 4.4 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Big Sur in November?
Big Sur has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 34 in November.

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