Does it snow in November in Michigan?

Downtown Detroit is mostly free of the types of crime that plague some other parts of the city—gangs, drugs, and the like—but is Downtown Detroit safe? Mostly yes, though beware pickpockets and other types of small-time criminals who make their living by preying on travelers.

Average highs during the autumn months range from the mid-70s in September to the low 50s in November. If you're looking for the best bargains on hotel rooms, your best bet is to wait until October; summer tourists continue to linger well into September to participate in end-of-summer festivities.

Temperatures range from daytime highs in the 50s, to low 40s. It will get below freezing several times and often into the 20s for a day or two. It rains a lot during these four months, but the temperatures are not extreme like in other interior states of the country. Let's talk snow.

Precipitation will be near or below normal in most of the U.S. and above normal in most of Canada. Tuesday, November 3, is U.S. Election Day. The Almanac is predicting rainy weather in the eastern two-thirds of the nation, the Pacific Northwest, and Hawaii, and even snow showers in Alaska.

The Almanac is calling for a 'Wild Card Winter' in some southern parts of the country, meaning conditions could turn from mild to serious or visa versa. The west and southwest regions should see a dry, generally mild winter this year, without too many surprises.