Marco Island, Florida
Weather, Things to Do, and Where to Stay
Book Direct & SaveNovember is one of the best-kept secrets on Marco Island, with average highs near 80°F and overnight lows around 60°F. The Gulf water cools to 76–78°F — still swimmable — and rain becomes rare as humidity drops. Expect light crowds early in the month and peak-season rates arriving with Thanksgiving week.
Air Temperature
Low-to-mid 70s°F
Gulf Water
76–78°F
Crowds
Quiet early; busy Thanksgiving week
Humidity drops dramatically. Rain is rare. Evenings are pleasant and cool. Near-perfect conditions.
Thanksgiving Week: Picks up significantly — book well in advance. Restaurants do special holiday menus. It's one of the most popular weeks of the fall season.
Still prime stone crab season (opened Oct 15, runs through May). November is peak freshness.
November marks the return of great shelling conditions at Tigertail Beach.
Excellent inshore fishing. Redfish, snook, and sheepshead all active.
Comfortable temperatures make November perfect for paddling the 10,000 Islands.
Excellent fall and early winter dolphin activity. Guests at Riverside Relaxation see them from the lanai daily.
Growing number of families spend Thanksgiving week here. Restaurants do special holiday menus — book in advance.
Some of the best value of the entire year with near-peak-season weather. 63 five-star reviews, private lanai, resort pools, full beach kit. Book direct at riversiderelaxation.com and save 20–30% over Airbnb or VRBO. Book early for Thanksgiving week.
Book Direct & SaveNear-perfect weather, stone crab season, best value of the year.
Book Direct & SaveNovember is one of the best months to visit Marco Island. The weather is near-perfect with highs near 80°F, low humidity, and rare rain. The Gulf water at 76–78°F is still comfortable for swimming. Early November is quiet and affordable, while Thanksgiving week is busier. Stone crab season is in full swing.
Yes — Gulf water temperatures in November average 76–78°F, which is still comfortable for most swimmers. The water is cooler than summer but warmer than December through February. Heated resort pools at Riverside Club are a popular alternative. November offers pleasant swimming conditions without the summer heat.
Early November is quiet with light crowds and shoulder-season rates. Thanksgiving week picks up significantly as families arrive for the holiday — it's one of the most popular weeks of the fall season. Book well in advance for Thanksgiving week. Restaurants offer special holiday menus. The rest of November is peaceful and uncrowded.
November offers some of the best value of the year outside of Thanksgiving week. You get near-peak-season weather with shoulder-season rates and light crowds. Booking direct at riversiderelaxation.com saves an additional 20–30% over platform fees. Early November is one of the best value windows on Marco Island.
Last updated: October 2026