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Visiting San Francisco, United States in November

The weather in November is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into December. November has average maximum temperatures of 18°C (64°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 65% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.6hrs. It is not a good time for sunbathing in San Francisco.

November has total rainfall of 5cm (2.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 16°C (60°F). November is too cold for swimming in San Francisco for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in November is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into December.

Consider visiting San Francisco in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for November.

Can you sunbathe in San Francisco in November?

No, November is not a good time for sunbathing in San Francisco.

November has average maximum temperatures of 18°C (64°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 65% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.6hrs. November has total rainfall of 5cm (2.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

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Can you swim in San Francisco in November?

No, November is too cold for swimming in San Francisco for any length of time, with the sea water at 16°C (60°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about November sea temperatures.

Is November a good time to holiday in San Francisco?

Yes, November is a slightly cool time for a holiday in San Francisco.

November has average maximum temperatures of 18°C (64°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 65% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.6hrs. November has total rainfall of 5cm (2.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in San Francisco. Sea temperatures are a cold 16°C (60°F). November is too cold for swimming in San Francisco for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the November temperatures and sunshine.

Is San Francisco warm in November?

No, San Francisco is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days in November.

The average maximum temperature in San Francisco in November is 18°C (64°F). The average maximum temperature is 22°C (71°) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in San Francisco in November is 14°C (56°F). The average temperature is 17°C (62°F) in the previous month and 11°C (51°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is San Francisco in November?

The average day light hours per day in San Francisco in November are 10.1. The sunshine percentage is 65% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.6hrs.

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Temperature in San Francisco in November

The weather in November is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into December. The average maximum temperature in San Francisco in November is 18°C (64°F). The average maximum temperature is 22°C (71°F) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in San Francisco in November is 14°C (56°F). The average temperature is 17°C (62°F) in the previous month and 11°C (51°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in San Francisco in November is 9°C (49°F). The minimum temperature is 12°C (54°F) in the previous month and 7°C (44°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in San Francisco in November

The days in November are shorter than the previous month and days continue to get marginally shorter into December. November has far fewer hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop quickly into December. During November the average day light hours are 10.1 per day in San Francisco. The sunshine percentage is 65% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.6hrs.

The ultraviolet index in San Francisco in November is typically 3 during November. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in San Francisco in November

The average sea water temperature in San Francisco in November is 15.8°C (60.4°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in November is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into December.

Rainfall in San Francisco in November

November weather is marginally wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise quickly into December. November has a few more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise into December. The average total rainfall in San Francisco in November is 5cm (2.0inches) and on average there are 7.8 rainy days in November making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Humidity in San Francisco in November

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in San Francisco in November is 11°C (51°F) which is very comfortable. The dew point is 13°C (55°F) in the previous month and 9°C (9°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in San Francisco in November is typically 89%. The maximum relative humidity is 85.9% in the previous month and 90.1% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in San Francisco in November is typically 72.2%. The average relative humidity is 68% in the previous month and 75.2% in the next month.

Wind Speed in San Francisco in November

The average maximum wind speed in San Francisco in November is typically 28KM/H (17MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 32KM/H (20MPH) in the previous month and 28KM/H (17MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in San Francisco in November is typically 10KM/H (6MPH). The average wind speed is 13KM/H (8MPH) in the previous month and 11KM/H (7MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in San Francisco in November is from the West.

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