Washington DC vs New York

Washington DC and New York are closely matched in November. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Washington DC is on the cooler side at 13°C, requiring warmer clothing. New York is cooler at 12°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in November.

Washington DC reaches an average high of 13°C (55°F) and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night during November. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

New York averages 12°C (54°F) for the high and 4°C (39°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in November.

Washington DC receives approximately 78 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during November. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

New York sees 77 mm over 8 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.