November weather forecast
Sitka, AK

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The glacial carved Three Sisters Mountains in Sitka, Alaska
The glacial carved Three Sisters Mountains in Sitka, Alaska

Weather in November

Sitka in November shows signs of an incoming winter with a steep drop in temperatures. Snow makes its first significant appearance of the year, accumulating up to 5.08" (129mm) over approximately 6 days. Despite this, rainfall remains prevalent, amounting to 10.16" (258mm). Decreasing daylight hours and high wind speeds further accentuate the winter chill. November, therefore, signals the onset of the freezing season with a mix of rain and snow.

Temperature

Sitka's progression into November involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) in October to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). Throughout the nights in November, Sitka notes an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C), a small dip from the daytime peak.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in November is 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is November, when the rain falls for 21.2 days and typically aggregates up to 10.16" (258mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sitka, in November, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 5.08" (129mm) of snow. In Sitka, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.4 days and aggregates up to 63.58" (1615mm) of snow.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day is 8h and 5min.
On the first day of November, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:15 pm AKDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 3:26 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

In November, the average sunshine is 3.2h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in November transforms into this advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in November?

In November, in Sitka, the average high-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in November?

In November, the average relative humidity is 84%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is November, when the rain falls for 21.2 days and typically aggregates up to 10.16" (258mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in November?

In Sitka, during November, the rain falls for 21.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.16" (258mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in November?

In Sitka, during November, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in November?

In November, the average day length is 8h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in November?

On the first day of November, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:15 pm AKDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 3:26 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 long on average sun shines in November?

The average sunshine duration in November is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in November?

In Sitka, the average daily maximum UV index in November is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in November
Sitka, AK

Average temperature in November - Sitka, AK
  • Average high temperature in November: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (29.7°F).

Average pressure in November
Sitka, AK

Average pressure in November - Sitka, AK
  • Average pressure in November: 29.72"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Sitka, AK

Average wind speed in November - Sitka, AK
  • Average wind speed in November: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in November
Sitka, AK

Average humidity in November - Sitka, AK
  • Average humidity in November: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (83%).

Average rainfall in November
Sitka, AK

Average rainfall in November - Sitka, AK
  • Average rainfall in November: 10.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (10.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (3.82").

Average rainfall days in November
Sitka, AK

Average rainfall days in November - Sitka, AK
  • Average rainfall days in November: 21.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.6 days).

Average snowfall in November
Sitka, AK

Average snowfall in November - Sitka, AK
  • Average snowfall in November: 5.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (17.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Sitka, AK

Average snowfall days in November - Sitka, AK
  • Average snowfall days in November: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Sitka, AK
  • Average daylight in November: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in November
Sitka, AK

Average sunshine days in November - Sitka, AK
  • Average sunshine days in November: 5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (8.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (4.8 days).

Average UV index in November
Sitka, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in November
Sitka, AK

Average cloud cover in November - Sitka, AK
  • Average cloud cover in November: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are February, May and September (Cloud cover 60).

Average visibility in November
Sitka, AK

Average visibility in November - Sitka, AK
  • Average visibility in November: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, June, July and August (5mi).

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