New York City in November

Cooler, quieter and increasingly festive

The short answer

November is a good time to visit New York City.

Great for autumn-to-holiday atmosphere.

7.5/10 overall6–12°CModerate crowds$$ (Moderate)

Weather7/10

Crowds7/10

Prices7/10

Events8/10

November in detail

What November actually feels like

Weather: 6–12°C; Cool late autumn — average highs around 12°C (54.0°F)
Crowds: Moderate; Quieter early in the month, busy around Thanksgiving
Prices: $$ (Moderate); Varies week to week — Thanksgiving is far from the cheapest week

+Autumn-to-holiday atmosphere with cooler, quieter streets.

–Thanksgiving and the start of the holiday season push demand up around specific dates.

My tip for November

Don't assume every November week has the same pricing — the marathon and Thanksgiving both move rates.

How November compares

5th of 12 overall in New York City, 6th for weather, 4th for space, 4th for value. The emptiest month is January; the best value is January.

Plan around

NYC Marathon: The marathon is one of the largest annual events in the city. Confirm the current year's date before booking — hotels and transport are affected city-wide.
Thanksgiving: Thanksgiving materially influences travel demand, and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is part of the seasonal atmosphere. Not every November week prices the same.

Not set on November?

The strongest balance of pleasant weather, city atmosphere, manageable crowds and reasonable value.

Warm days, cooler evenings and strong city atmosphere make September one of NYC's best months.

Autumn-to-holiday atmosphere with cooler, quieter streets.

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