November · Alaska
Best time to visit Sitka in November Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sitka in November
Average temperature 5°C, 257 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
November score
2.3/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 5°C
- Rainfall
- 257 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
November in Sitka scores 2.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 5°C, 257 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Sitka blends Russian-era cathedral domes with rainforest islands and whale-rich waters on the outer coast.
November in Sitka: expect compromises
Expect 5°C (40°F) in November. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 257 mm: only almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 2.3/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 6.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Sitka — 4.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sitka in November?
- In November, Sitka averages 5°C, 257 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 2.3/10.
- Is November a good time to visit Sitka?
- November earns a 2.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sitka in November?
- Expect about 257 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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