November weather forecast
North Pole, AK

Share
A snow-covered road sign on the Santa Clause Lane in the North Pole, Alaska
A snow-covered road sign on the Santa Clause Lane in the North Pole, Alaska

Weather in November

November in North Pole, Alaska heralds a return to the icy grip of winter. With most of the fall foliage shed, snowflakes start to dominate the landscape, adding up to the most significant snowfall of 6.1in in a month. The increasing cold combined with a steady wind prepares the residents for the wintry months ahead. As temperatures drop, the slipping mercury heralds the onset of December.

Temperature

The beginning of November signals a clear reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C) in October to a frigid cold 11.8°F (-11.2°C). North Pole, during November nights, observes an average temperature of 2.5°F (-16.4°C).

Humidity

In November, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In North Pole, Alaska, during November, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.2 rainfall days, and 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, August through December. November is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.6 days and accumulates 6.1" (155mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in November is 6h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:39 am and sunset at 5:26 pm AKDT. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 10:15 am and sunset at 3:01 pm AKST.
Note: On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from AKDT to AKST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from AKST to AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in November is 3.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in November, converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in November?

In November, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 11.8°F (-11.2°C) and 2.5°F (-16.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in November in North Pole?

In November, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How much does it rain in November?

In North Pole, in November, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

November is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.6 days and accumulates 6.1" (155mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in November?

In North Pole, in November, during 13.6 snowfall days, 6.1" (155mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in November?

In North Pole, the average day length in November is 6h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in November?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:39 am and sunset at 5:26 pm AKDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:15 am and sunset at 3:01 pm AKST.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in November?

On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from AKDT to AKST. The next DST starts Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does North Pole have in November?

In North Pole, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in November is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in November?

The average daily maximum UV index in November is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in November
North Pole, AK

Average temperature in November - North Pole, AK
  • Average high temperature in November: 11.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 2.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.9°F).

Average pressure in November
North Pole, AK

Average pressure in November - North Pole, AK
  • Average pressure in November: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
North Pole, AK

Average wind speed in November - North Pole, AK
  • Average wind speed in November: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, October, November and December (4.3mph).

Average humidity in November
North Pole, AK

Average humidity in November - North Pole, AK
  • Average humidity in November: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (56%).

Average rainfall in November
North Pole, AK

Average rainfall in November - North Pole, AK
  • Average rainfall in November: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in November
North Pole, AK

Average rainfall days in November - North Pole, AK
  • Average rainfall days in November: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in November
North Pole, AK

Average snowfall in November - North Pole, AK
  • Average snowfall in November: 6.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

Average snowfall days in November
North Pole, AK

Average snowfall days in November - North Pole, AK
  • Average snowfall days in November: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
North Pole, AK

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - North Pole, AK
  • Average daylight in November: 6h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in November
North Pole, AK

Average sunshine days in November - North Pole, AK
  • Average sunshine days in November: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.4 days).

Average UV index in November
North Pole, AK

Average UV index in November - North Pole, AK
  • Average UV index in November: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in November
North Pole, AK

Average cloud cover in November - North Pole, AK
  • Average cloud cover in November: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in November
North Pole, AK

Average visibility in November - North Pole, AK
  • Average visibility in November: 4mi

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

North Pole, Alaska, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location