November weather forecast
Ottumwa, IA

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Weather in November

November is the harbinger of winter in Ottumwa. After the vibrant spectacle of autumn, the town starts to prepare for the colder months ahead. The temperature dips further, with a gentle high of 47.8°F (8.8°C) setting the tone for the coming winter. The coat of snow dusting the city landscape becomes a familiar sight as the days shorten. As its people bundle up for the typical Iowa winter, November brings an end to the fall festivities and sets the stage for the wintertime.

Temperature

Ottumwa's November weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in October to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). November's average low-temperature reading settles at an icy 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

In November, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Ottumwa, in November, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.5 rainfall days, and 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ottumwa, Iowa. In Ottumwa, Iowa, during November, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Ottumwa, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.5 days and aggregates up to 14.17" (360mm) of snow.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day in Ottumwa is 9h and 54min.
On the first day of November, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:42 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

In Ottumwa, the average sunshine in November is 5.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ottumwa. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during November, leads to the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ottumwa in November?

During November, Ottumwa experiences an average high-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and a low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in November in Ottumwa?

The average relative humidity in November is 73%.

How many days does it rain in November in Ottumwa?

In Ottumwa, Iowa, in November, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ottumwa in November?

In Ottumwa, Iowa, in November, during 2.3 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ottumwa have in November?

In November, the average day length in Ottumwa, Iowa, is 9h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in November in Ottumwa?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, in Ottumwa, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in November in Ottumwa?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ottumwa?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ottumwa.

What is the UV index reading in November in Ottumwa?

The average daily maximum UV index in November is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in November
Ottumwa, IA

Average temperature in November - Ottumwa, IA
  • Average high temperature in November: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in November
Ottumwa, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Ottumwa, IA

Average wind speed in November - Ottumwa, IA
  • Average wind speed in November: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in November
Ottumwa, IA

Average humidity in November - Ottumwa, IA
  • Average humidity in November: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in November
Ottumwa, IA

Average rainfall in November - Ottumwa, IA
  • Average rainfall in November: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in November
Ottumwa, IA

Average rainfall days in November - Ottumwa, IA
  • Average rainfall days in November: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in November
Ottumwa, IA

Average snowfall in November - Ottumwa, IA
  • Average snowfall in November: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Ottumwa, IA

Average snowfall days in November - Ottumwa, IA
  • Average snowfall days in November: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Ottumwa, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 5h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in November
Ottumwa, IA

Average sunshine days in November - Ottumwa, IA
  • Average sunshine days in November: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in November
Ottumwa, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in November
Ottumwa, IA

Average cloud cover in November - Ottumwa, 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 August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in November
Ottumwa, IA

Average visibility in November - Ottumwa, IA
  • 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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