What November feels like in Detroit
In Detroit, November brings late autumn. Afternoons feel chilly — fine for exploring on foot if you are dressed for it. There is little difference between day and night: nights are cold, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. The air is damp, which makes cool temperatures feel colder, particularly in wind.
Rain in Detroit in November
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 4. A rainy day brings about 7.7 mm (0.3 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. Across the year Detroit averages about 7.4 mm per rainy day, so November is typical. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in November
Mid-month, Detroit gets 9 h 50 min of daylight, from sunrise near 7:22 am to sunset near 5:12 pm. Evenings are drawing in — 1 h 19 min less daylight than mid-October. Measured sunshine covers about 62% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.
How November compares to the rest of the year
November is the 5th coolest month of the year in Detroit. Against October, the average high is 7.5°C (13.5°F) lower, with 17 mm less rain. December is cooler again. By December, typical highs are 3.1°C (37.6°F).
Who November suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — it is cold for long walks.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
Tips for visiting Detroit in November
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Warm Layers
A proper winter coat, with gloves and a hat for early starts.
Quick questions
How warm is Detroit in November?
Expect around 8.5°C (47.3°F) in the afternoon and 1.9°C (35.4°F) at night, which most visitors would call chilly.
Does it rain a lot in Detroit in November?
Quite a lot — 62 mm spread over about 8 days.
What should I wear in Detroit in November?
Based on the averages: rain protection and warm layers. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is November or December better for visiting Detroit?
November, clearly: it ranks #8 of 12 among Detroit's months, against #12 for the other. December is cooler and has more rainy days.