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Houston, TX Winter Reminder: 51° Temperature Swing Last November
Houston, TX – Houston residents preparing for November 2026 have a striking reminder of how quickly late fall weather can change. Last November, temperatures at Bush Intercontinental Airport ranged fr
By Lauren Beckett · 2026-10-24T10:56:49.422Z
Houston, TX – Houston residents preparing for November 2026 have a striking reminder of how quickly late fall weather can change. Last November, temperatures at Bush Intercontinental Airport ranged from a summerlike 88 degrees to a chilly 37 degrees, highlighting the dramatic swings possible as Southeast Texas moves toward winter.
According to National Weather Service climate statistics for November 2025, Houston recorded an average monthly temperature of 67.4 degrees, with an average high of 78.7 degrees and an average low of 56.1 degrees.
The 51 degree difference between the month's highest and lowest readings illustrates why warm afternoons should not be mistaken for consistently mild conditions.
Summerlike Warmth Gave Way to Chilly Conditions November 2025's highest temperature reached 88 degrees, while the lowest dropped to 37 degrees, just five degrees above freezing.
For residents across Harris County and the greater Houston metropolitan area, those extremes demonstrate how quickly the seasonal transition can bring colder mornings following unusually warm periods.
Although freezing temperatures were not recorded at the airport, the colder readings serve as a reminder to prepare outdoor plants, pets and temperature sensitive equipment before winter arrives.
Rainfall Added Another Seasonal Concern Houston recorded 3.68 inches of precipitation during November 2025, including 1.96 inches on the wettest day.
The month included five days with measurable precipitation.
Wind gusts reached 37 mph, adding another example of changing late fall conditions.
Periods of heavier rainfall can create travel concerns across Houston area roads, particularly in locations prone to standing water.
What November 2025 Means for 2026 These figures are historical observations, not a forecast for November 2026.
However, they highlight why residents should monitor changing forecasts rather than assume recent warm weather will continue.
Checking heating systems, preparing outdoor plants and reviewing rainfall forecasts can help households adjust as cooler weather approaches.
Houston's November 2025 records demonstrate that even in Southeast Texas, summerlike warmth and near freezing temperatures can occur within the same month.