What November feels like in Calgary
November is late autumn in Calgary. Afternoons stay around freezing — the sort of cold that makes long outdoor stretches hard work. Evenings bring a clear drop in temperature, and nights drop well below freezing. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Calgary in November
Wet days are occasional rather than regular, about one day in 5. When it rains, it is usually light: about 3.8 mm (0.1 in) per rainy day, more drizzle than downpour. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 5.3 mm per rainy day.
Daylight and sunshine in November
Mid-month, Calgary gets 8 h 59 min of daylight, from sunrise near 7:52 am to sunset near 4:51 pm. Days are getting shorter: 1 h 50 min less daylight than in mid-October. Measured sunshine covers about 68% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.
How November compares to the rest of the year
November is the 4th coolest month of the year in Calgary. Afternoons run 8.4°C (15.1°F) cooler than in October, with 4 mm less rain. The cooling trend carries on into December. The next month's average high: -3.2°C (26.2°F).
Who November suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — it is cold for long walks.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Hiking: less ideal — trails are cool.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — warm places to spend the coldest part of the day.
Tips for visiting Calgary in November
Versatile Layers
Days are noticeably warmer than nights — layers you can add or remove.
Warm Layers
A warm jacket, a hat and gloves for cold mornings and evenings.
Quick questions
How warm is Calgary in November?
It feels freezing: typical highs are 2.3°C (36.1°F), with lows near -7.1°C (19.2°F).
Does it rain a lot in Calgary in November?
Not especially. There are about 6 rainy days (23 mm), mostly light rain.
What should I wear in Calgary in November?
Based on the averages: versatile layers and warm layers. Add a layer for after dark.
Is November or December better for visiting Calgary?
December, narrowly: it ranks #10 of 12 among Calgary's months, against #12 for the other. December is cooler and has fewer rainy days.