November weather forecast
Altoona, IA

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Weather in November

November registers a further decrease in temperature in Altoona, making the weather noticeably cooler. The fall-colored leaves start to drop, indicating the close approach of winter. The rainfall during this month reduces significantly and the humidity levels dip. As the month progresses, daylight hours shorten continually, and the possibility of snow begins to emerge. In the chill weather, November winds down with a hint of the first winter frost.

Temperature

November suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C) in October to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). In Altoona, the average nighttime temperature during November is a cold 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

In November, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Altoona, in November, during 4 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 79 rainfall days, and 5.94" (151mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Altoona, Iowa. In Altoona, in November, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22 snowfall days, and 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Altoona, the average length of the day in November is 9h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.
Note: On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CST to CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in November in Altoona is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in November is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In November, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average November temperature?

November temperatures in Altoona vary between a high-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in November?

In November, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in November?

In November, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout November, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in November?

In Altoona, during November, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in November?

In Altoona, the average day length in November is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in November?

On the first day of November, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

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

How many hours of sunshine does Altoona have in November?

In Altoona, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in November is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in November?

In November, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in November
Altoona, IA

Average temperature in November - Altoona, IA
  • Average high temperature in November: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in November
Altoona, IA

Average pressure in November - Altoona, IA
  • Average pressure in November: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Altoona, IA

Average wind speed in November - Altoona, IA
  • Average wind speed in November: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in November
Altoona, IA

Average humidity in November - Altoona, IA
  • Average humidity in November: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in November
Altoona, IA

Average rainfall in November - Altoona, IA
  • Average rainfall in November: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.98").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0.24").

Average rainfall days in November
Altoona, IA

Average rainfall days in November - Altoona, IA
  • Average rainfall days in November: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in November
Altoona, IA

Average snowfall in November - Altoona, IA
  • Average snowfall in November: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Altoona, IA

Average snowfall days in November - Altoona, IA
  • Average snowfall days in November: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Altoona, IA

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Altoona, IA
  • Average daylight in November: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in November
Altoona, IA

Average sunshine days in November - Altoona, IA
  • Average sunshine days in November: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.5 days).

Average UV index in November
Altoona, IA

Average UV index in November - Altoona, IA
  • Average UV index in November: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in November
Altoona, IA

Average cloud cover in November - Altoona, IA
  • Average cloud cover in November: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in November
Altoona, IA

Average visibility in November - Altoona, IA
  • Average visibility in November: 6mi

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

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