Sacramento in November
Great time to visit
November offers mild, comfortable weather with the return of seasonal rains. Crowds thin out making it peaceful for exploring the city and region.
Weather
November brings cooler, crisper air with the first real chance of rain in months. Days stay pleasant but evenings get chilly. Valley fog starts returning on some mornings.
19°C high7°C low4 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$100/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Farm-to-Fork Festival
- •Holiday craft fairs begin
November Tips
- •Pack layers as temperature swings increase significantly
- •Great month for Sacramento's restaurant scene without summer heat
- •Hotel rates drop back to shoulder season pricing
All Months
March through May brings perfect weather — 70s during the day, cool evenings, and everything blooms. The almond trees flower in February if you time it right. Fall runs September through November with similar temps and harvest season at nearby wineries. Summer? Brutal. July and August hit 100+ degrees regularly, and the Central Valley heat feels oppressive. But hotel rates drop by half, and you'll have the American River to yourself. Winter stays mild (50s-60s) with occasional rain. The State Capitol Christmas tree lighting in December draws crowds, and restaurant patios stay open year-round. Avoid major legislative sessions in spring and fall when hotel prices spike and downtown gets crowded with lobbyists.
Sacramento Scores
Solo
6/10
Couples
5/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
4/10
Budget
7/10
Luxury
5/10
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