November weather forecast
Helena, MT

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The State Capital building of Montana in Helena city, set on a beautiful natural park
The State Capital building of Montana in Helena city, set on a beautiful natural park

Weather in November

November in Helena marks the start of the winter season. The average high temperature further plummets to a crisp 37.4°F (3°C). Snowfall resumes this month, adorning the city with its winter coat. As the wintry chill takes hold, outdoor activities transition to winter sports such as skiing or ice fishing. The early nights and frosty mornings herald the imminent arrival of the festive winter season in Helena.

Temperature

The onset of November in Helena entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) in October to a wintry 37.4°F (3°C). Helena's nights in November cool down to an average low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in November in Helena, Montana, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Helena, in November, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Helena, there are 123.7 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Helena, Montana, are January through May, September through December. In Helena, Montana, in November, during 9.5 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Helena, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.4 days and aggregates up to 34.88" (886mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Helena, the average length of the day in November is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MDT. On the last day of November, in Helena, Montana, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm MST.
Note: On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from MDT to MST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MST to MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in November is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in November is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during November morphs into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is November in Helena?

November temperatures in Helena, Montana, vary between a high-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) and a low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in November in Helena?

In Helena, the average relative humidity in November is 76%.

How many days does it rain in November in Helena?

In Helena, Montana, during November, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Helena in November?

In November, in Helena, Montana, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout November, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Helena have in November?

In Helena, the average day length in November is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in November in Helena?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MDT. On the last day of the month, in Helena, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm MST.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Helena have in November?

In Helena, Montana, the average sunshine duration in November is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in November in Helena?

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

Average temperature in November - Helena, MT
  • Average high temperature in November: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (14.2°F).

Average pressure in November
Helena, MT

Average pressure in November - Helena, MT
  • Average pressure in November: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Helena, MT

Average wind speed in November - Helena, MT
  • Average wind speed in November: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in November
Helena, MT

Average humidity in November - Helena, MT
  • Average humidity in November: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (46%).

Average rainfall in November
Helena, MT

Average rainfall in November - Helena, MT
  • Average rainfall in November: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in November
Helena, MT

Average rainfall days in November - Helena, MT
  • Average rainfall days in November: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

Average snowfall in November
Helena, MT

Average snowfall in November - Helena, MT
  • Average snowfall in November: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Helena, MT

Average snowfall days in November - Helena, MT
  • Average snowfall days in November: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Helena, MT

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Helena, MT
  • Average daylight in November: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in November
Helena, MT

Average sunshine days in November - Helena, MT
  • Average sunshine days in November: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.8 days).

Average UV index in November
Helena, MT

Average UV index in November - Helena, MT
  • Average UV index in November: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in November
Helena, MT

Average cloud cover in November - Helena, MT
  • Average cloud cover in November: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in November
Helena, MT

Average visibility in November - Helena, MT
  • Average visibility in November: 6mi

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

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