November weather forecast
Mackinac Island, MI

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A tranquil neighborhood with homes and a church in a scenic natural park in Mackinac Island, Michigan
A tranquil neighborhood with homes and a church in a scenic natural park in Mackinac Island, Michigan

Weather in November

November brings the first taste of incoming winter to Mackinac Island. The temperatures dip further averaging to a high of 40.3°F (4.6°C), making November cooler than the preceding months. The shorter days and longer nights make the winter near tangible. While the rainfall slacks, the first snow of the season usually arrives this month, hinting at the winter just over the horizon. The change in weather is met with a reflective tranquility, replacing the dynamic energy of summer and the serenity of fall.

Temperature

Transition into November in Mackinac Island, Michigan, marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in October to a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C). During November, Mackinac Island's nights hold steady with an average temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C), barely dropping from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In November, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Mackinac Island, in November, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 131 rainfall days, and 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mackinac Island are January through May, October through December. In Mackinac Island, in November, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.54" (90mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 93.6 snowfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Mackinac Island, Michigan, the average seawater temperature in November is 44.6°F (7°C).
Note: Unprotected swimming in 44.6°F (7°C) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 50°F (10°C), leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in November is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EDT. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.
Note: On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EDT to EST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EST to EDT.

Sunshine

In Mackinac Island, the average sunshine in November is 3.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during November, leads to the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Mackinac Island in November?

November temperatures in Mackinac Island vary between a high-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in November in Mackinac Island?

The average relative humidity in November in Mackinac Island, Michigan, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in November in Mackinac Island?

In Mackinac Island, Michigan, in November, during 10.9 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mackinac Island in November?

In Mackinac Island, Michigan, in November, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in November in Mackinac Island?

In Mackinac Island, the average seawater temperature in November is 44.6°F (7°C). Swimming in 44.6°F (7°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in November in Mackinac Island?

In Mackinac Island, the average day length in November is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in November in Mackinac Island?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EDT. On the last day of the month, in Mackinac Island, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

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

On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Mackinac Island, and the time zone changes from EDT to EST. The next DST starts Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in November in Mackinac Island?

The average sunshine duration in November is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mackinac Island?

The months with the lowest UV index in Mackinac Island, Michigan, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in November in Mackinac Island?

In Mackinac Island, the average daily maximum UV index in November is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in November
Mackinac Island, MI

Average temperature in November - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average high temperature in November: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (14.4°F).

Average pressure in November
Mackinac Island, MI

Average pressure in November - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average pressure in November: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Mackinac Island, MI

Average wind speed in November - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average wind speed in November: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in November
Mackinac Island, MI

Average humidity in November - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average humidity in November: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in November
Mackinac Island, MI

Average rainfall in November - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average rainfall in November: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in November
Mackinac Island, MI

Average rainfall days in November - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average rainfall days in November: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in November
Mackinac Island, MI

Average snowfall in November - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average snowfall in November: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Mackinac Island, MI

Average snowfall days in November - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average snowfall days in November: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in November
Mackinac Island, MI

Average sea temperature in November - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average sea temperature in November: 45°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (61°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (36°F).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Mackinac Island, MI

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average daylight in November: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in November
Mackinac Island, MI

Average sunshine days in November - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average sunshine days in November: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.1 days).

Average UV index in November
Mackinac Island, MI

Average UV index in November - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average UV index in November: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in November
Mackinac Island, MI

Average cloud cover in November - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average cloud cover in November: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in November
Mackinac Island, MI

Average visibility in November - Mackinac Island, MI
  • Average visibility in November: 6mi

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

Mackinac Island, Michigan, USA

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