United States Kansas City Weather in November — Climate Guide
November in Kansas City is moderate
November is moderate for Kansas City.
November is Kansas City's autumn-to-winter transition + the canonical Plaza Lights illumination opening Thanksgiving night — atmospheric Kansas City heritage moment + canonical first-visit honeymoon + anniversary destination.
The Plaza Lights illumination (Thanksgiving night through mid-January) is THE canonical Kansas City Plaza tourist photography window — atmospheric Spanish Moorish architecture covered in 80+ miles of multicolored lights, the largest installation of its kind in the world. The illumination ceremony Thanksgiving night draws 80,000+ visitors + atmospheric KC heritage celebration.
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Plaza Lights opens Thanksgiving + Chiefs NFL continues + canonical Kansas City heritage moment
November Weather at a Glance
November averages 52°F / 11°C highs and 36°F / 2°C lows with 7 rainy days and 50mm of precipitation. Humidity 70%, UV 2, sunshine 5 hours. Late autumn transitioning to winter + Plaza Lights illumination opens Thanksgiving night.
November Travel Advice
Book Thanksgiving week 6-8 weeks ahead (MAJOR +50-80% surge). Chiefs home-game weekends 4-6 weeks ahead. Plaza Lights opening ceremony Thanksgiving night atmospheric (80,000+ visitors) — arrive 3-4 hours early for the 7pm illumination.
November Pricing Trends
Moderate pricing with Thanksgiving surge: 3-star $140-200/night, 4-star $200-300, 5-star $300-460. Thanksgiving week +50-80%; Chiefs home-game weekends +40-60%.
Kansas City November Weather Stats
Avg High
11°C
Avg Low
2°C
Rainy Days
7
50mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
comfortable
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 28
Sea Temp
12°C
no swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
November Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
14 μg/m³
PM10
25 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
9°C
Nighttime
0°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for November
November Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Plaza Lights illumination opens Thanksgiving night (canonical Kansas City heritage moment)
- Chiefs NFL home games continue
- Atmospheric autumn-mist Old Town — wait wrong city — Plaza + 18th & Vine photography
- Pre-Christmas atmospheric heritage walking
- Indoor museums + chef-driven Crossroads dinners
Cons
- Thanksgiving week (late November) MAJOR hotel surge +50-80%
- Daylight shortening (sunset 16:55 late November)
- Cold + occasional frost
- 7 rainy days/month + grey overcast 2h sunshine/day
November Events & Festivals
- Plaza Lights illumination opens Thanksgiving night (November 28 typically — atmospheric peak)
- Chiefs NFL home games (every other weekend)
- Thanksgiving holiday week (late November — major travel surge)
- Kansas City Marathon (early November)
Kansas City in November — Full Picture
November is Kansas City's autumn-to-winter transition + the canonical Plaza Lights illumination opening Thanksgiving night — atmospheric Kansas City heritage moment + canonical first-visit honeymoon + anniversary destination.
The Plaza Lights illumination (Thanksgiving night through mid-January) is THE canonical Kansas City Plaza tourist photography window — atmospheric Spanish Moorish architecture covered in 80+ miles of multicolored lights, the largest installation of its kind in the world. The illumination ceremony Thanksgiving night draws 80,000+ visitors + atmospheric KC heritage celebration.
Thanksgiving week (late November) drives MAJOR hotel surge — book 6-8 weeks ahead. Chiefs NFL home games continue to drive +40-60% surge. The Kansas City Marathon (early November) draws 8-10,000 runners + atmospheric downtown atmosphere.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Late autumn transition to winter — daytime 11°C / 52°F, nighttime 2°C / 36°F + occasional frost. Heavy jacket + sweater + scarf + waterproof boots + warm layers + compact umbrella. Plaza Lights illumination opens Thanksgiving night.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.7°C
7°C
10.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
30.7°C
19.7°C
8.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current18.7°C
8.3°C
7.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
5.3°C
-5°C
6/mo
Kansas City Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4° | -7° | 6d·30mm | 5h | 70% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 7° | -4° | 6d·35mm | 6h | 68% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 13° | 1° | 9d·60mm | 7h | 65% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 19° | 7° | 11d·95mm | 8h | 65% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 24° | 13° | 11d·130mm | 9h | 70% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 29° | 18° | 10d·130mm | 10h | 70% | 9 | Busy | Peak |
| 32° | 21° | 8d·95mm | 10h | 70% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 20° | 8d·95mm | 9h | 70% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 26° | 15° | 8d·95mm | 8h | 70% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| October (Best) | 19° | 8° | 8d·90mm | 7h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| 11° | 2° | 7d·50mm | 5h | 70% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 5° | -4° | 6d·35mm | 5h | 70% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is November a good time to visit Kansas City?
Kansas City in November is moderate. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Kansas City in November?
Kansas City November averages a high of 11°C and a low of 2°C.
Does it rain much in Kansas City in November?
Kansas City November averages 50mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Kansas City in November?
Late autumn transition to winter — daytime 11°C / 52°F, nighttime 2°C / 36°F + occasional frost. Heavy jacket + sweater + scarf + waterproof boots + warm layers + compact umbrella. Plaza Lights illumination opens Thanksgiving night.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Kansas City in November?
Kansas City November sunrise is 07:00 and sunset is 16:55, with 9h 55min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Kansas City in November?
Kansas City November air quality (AQI) averages 42, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 14μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Kansas City in November?
In November, Kansas City is great for Plaza Lights illumination Thanksgiving night opening ceremony + atmospheric photography, Chiefs NFL home games Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City Marathon early November (atmospheric downtown).
Is November peak season in Kansas City?
Kansas City November crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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