November weather forecast
Barrow, AK

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Weather in November

By November, Barrow plunges into the grip of an intense winter. The temperature continues to drop, with the complete transition from fall to winter. There is a significant temperature shift from October's relative warmth, with November's highs barely reaching 13.5°F (-10.3°C). A heavy increase in snowfall is observed, and the city is mostly shrouded in darkness, experiencing barely any daylight.

Temperature

As November sets in Barrow, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) in October to a frigid cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C). In Barrow, the nighttime temperature in November descends gently to an average of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

Humidity

In Barrow, the average relative humidity in November is 90%.

Rainfall

In Barrow, in November, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.5 rainfall days, and 6.81" (173mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Barrow, in November, during 16.9 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Barrow, during the entire year, snow falls for 125.6 days and aggregates up to 17.13" (435mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Barrow, the average seawater temperature in November is 30.2°F (-1°C).
Note: When swimming, this is deemed life-endangering and extremely risky. The painful cold water instigates fast-paced hyperventilation. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is necessary to lessen thermal harm.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day is 2h and 18min.

Sunshine

In November, the average sunshine is 0.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In November, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in November?

In November, in Barrow, the average high-temperature is 13.5°F (-10.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

What is the average humidity in November?

In Barrow, the average relative humidity in November is 90%.

How many days does it rain in November?

In Barrow, during November, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in November?

In November, in Barrow, it is snowing for 16.9 days. Throughout November, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in November?

In November, the average ocean temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Barrow have in November?

In Barrow, Alaska, the average day length in November is 2h and 18min.

How long on average sun shines in November?

In Barrow, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in November is 0.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Barrow are January through March, May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in November?

The average daily maximum UV index in November is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in November
Barrow, AK

Average temperature in November - Barrow, AK
  • Average high temperature in November: 13.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (43.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (37°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.2°F).

Average pressure in November
Barrow, AK

Average pressure in November - Barrow, AK
  • Average pressure in November: 29.94"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Barrow, AK

Average wind speed in November - Barrow, AK
  • Average wind speed in November: 12.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.6mph).

Average humidity in November
Barrow, AK

Average humidity in November - Barrow, AK
  • Average humidity in November: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (82%).

Average rainfall in November
Barrow, AK

Average rainfall in November - Barrow, AK
  • Average rainfall in November: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.2").

Average rainfall days in November
Barrow, AK

Average rainfall days in November - Barrow, AK
  • Average rainfall days in November: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.6 days).

Average snowfall in November
Barrow, AK

Average snowfall in November - Barrow, AK
  • Average snowfall in November: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.15").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.08").

Average snowfall days in November
Barrow, AK

Average snowfall days in November - Barrow, AK
  • Average snowfall days in November: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (1.3 days).

Average sea temperature in November
Barrow, AK

Average sea temperature in November - Barrow, AK
  • Average sea temperature in November: 30°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (36°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, May, June and December (28°F).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Barrow, AK

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Barrow, AK
  • Average daylight in November: 2h and 2min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 48min).
The months with the shortest days are June, July and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 0h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in November
Barrow, AK

Average sunshine days in November - Barrow, AK
  • Average sunshine days in November: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.9 days).

Average UV index in November
Barrow, AK

Average UV index in November - Barrow, AK
  • Average UV index in November: 1

The months with the highest UV index are April, June, July and September (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, May, August, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in November
Barrow, AK

Average cloud cover in November - Barrow, AK
  • Average cloud cover in November: 80

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in November
Barrow, AK

Average visibility in November - Barrow, AK
  • Average visibility in November: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (4mi).

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