Climate guide for Nelson, Canada

Nelson in November

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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November · Canada

Best time to visit Nelson in November Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Nelson in November

Average temperature -7°C, 112 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 98% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

November score

1.7/10

Ranked #11 of 12 months

Full year for Nelson
Avg temp
-7°C
Rainfall
112 mm
Humidity
98%
Days with 6h+ sun
0
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

November in Nelson scores 1.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around -7°C, 112 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Nelson perches above Kootenay Lake with restored Victorian storefronts, indie cafés, and nearby alpine lakes.

November in Nelson — off-season conditions

November averages -7°C (19°F) — deep-winter cold that dictates the whole trip: short outdoor stints, indoor plans on standby, and no expectation of long walking days.

At 112 mm of water-equivalent precipitation this is a snowy month at resort level — that is snowpack, not lost days — with almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 8.8 hours of daylight.

It scores 1.7/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 9.7/10 in the destination's best month.

Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.

Flexible dates? July scores 8 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Nelson in November?
In November, Nelson averages -7°C, 112 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 1.7/10.
Is November a good time to visit Nelson?
November earns a 1.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Nelson in November?
Expect about 112 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 98% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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