November weather forecast
Santa Monica, CA

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The neon-lit fun park in Santa Monica, California, with a view of the iconic Ferris wheel and pier
The neon-lit fun park in Santa Monica, California, with a view of the iconic Ferris wheel and pier

Weather in November

November, the last month of the autumn in Santa Monica, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 70°F (21.1°C) and 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Temperature

November is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in October to a pleasant 70°F (21.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) is noted during the month of November.

Humidity

The least humid month is November, with an average relative humidity of 52%.

Rainfall

In Santa Monica, in November, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.8 rainfall days, and 7.52" (191mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Santa Monica, in November, the average water temperature is 62.6°F (17°C).
Note: Swimming becomes less enjoyable for most at a surface water temperature of 62.6°F (17°C). As the temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C), breathing becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day is 10h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:00 pm PDT. On the last day of November, in Santa Monica, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:44 pm PST.
Note: On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from PDT to PST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PST to PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in November is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during November morphs into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in November?

In Santa Monica, in November, the average high-temperature is 70°F (21.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the least humid month?

November is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 52%.

What is the average humidity in November?

The average relative humidity in November is 52%.

How many days does it rain in November?

In November, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout November, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in November?

In November, the average ocean temperature is 62.6°F (17°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 62.6°F (17°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Santa Monica have in November?

The average day length in November is 10h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in November?

On the first day of November, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:00 pm PDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:44 pm PST.

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 PDT to PST. The next DST starts Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in November?

In Santa Monica, the average sunshine duration in November is 7.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in November?

In November, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in November
Santa Monica, CA

Average temperature in November - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average high temperature in November: 70°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (50.5°F).

Average pressure in November
Santa Monica, CA

Average pressure in November - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average pressure in November: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Santa Monica, CA

Average wind speed in November - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average wind speed in November: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.8mph).

Average humidity in November
Santa Monica, CA

Average humidity in November - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average humidity in November: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (52%).

Average rainfall in November
Santa Monica, CA

Average rainfall in November - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average rainfall in November: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in November
Santa Monica, CA

Average rainfall days in November - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average rainfall days in November: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

Average sea temperature in November
Santa Monica, CA

Average sea temperature in November - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average sea temperature in November: 63°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (66°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, May and December (59°F).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Santa Monica, CA

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average daylight in November: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in November
Santa Monica, CA

Average sunshine days in November - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average sunshine days in November: 24.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.8 days).

Average UV index in November
Santa Monica, CA

Average UV index in November - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average UV index in November: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in November
Santa Monica, CA

Average cloud cover in November - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average cloud cover in November: 16

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in November
Santa Monica, CA

Average visibility in November - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average visibility in November: 6mi

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

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