Wellington · November
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 61°F, low 54°F. Humidity averages 79% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 16 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
61° / 54°F
Humidity
79%
Rain days
16/mo
Wind
21 mph
What November feels like in Wellington
Sunrise
04:53
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:19
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Wellington in November
The kit for November in Wellington: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a wind-blocking layer for exposed routes, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
November vs the surrounding months
vs October
+3° avg high
+1 rain days
Wellington in October →
November
61°F avg high
16 rain days
Best: morning
vs December
-3° avg high
0 rain days
Wellington in December →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Wellington in November?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Wellington in November?+
Average high 61°F, average low 54°F.
How does November compare to surrounding months in Wellington?+
Compared to October (avg high 58°F), November is warmer. Compared to December (avg high 64°F), November is cooler.
Does it rain often in Wellington in November?+
Expect about 16 measurable rain days in November, on average.