November weather forecast
Mammoth Cave National Park, KY

November projects a sharp contrast to October as temperatures drop significantly, indicating the upcoming winter. Rainfall returns to the higher levels observed at the beginning of the year, contributing to the park's wintery ambiance. Daylight hours diminish substantially, creating short and crisp days. The declining UV index mirrors the decreasing intensity of sunlight. November's weather invites a quiet yet visually striking season, providing different perspectives of Mammoth Cave National Park.

Temperature

The arrival of November in Mammoth Cave National Park indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 69.8°F (21°C) in October to a moderate 57.2°F (14°C). A pronounced dip becomes evident during the nights in November as Mammoth Cave National Park logs a consistent average temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).

Rainfall

In Mammoth Cave National Park, in November, during 10 rainfall days, 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mammoth Cave National Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126 days and collects up to 50.63" (1286mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in November is 10h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:27 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 Mammoth Cave National Park, the average sunshine in November is 5h.

UV index

In November, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in November leads to these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.