November weather forecast
Chapel Hill, NC

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Red flowers and green trees around the Old Well at the iconic UNC in Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Red flowers and green trees around the Old Well at the iconic UNC in Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Weather in November

November in Chapel Hill marks the tail end of fall and the onset of winter. With the mercury dipping progressively, the city starts gearing up for the colder months ahead, registering a low of 32°F (0°C). November turns the city into a canvas painted with autumn's riotous colors, even as winter starts quietly ushering in. Shorter daylight hours signal the approach of winter, lending a deeply intimate and cozy character to the city's charm. The weather conditions remain predominantly dry and cool, offering perfect conditions for family gatherings and celebrations.

Temperature

November comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from October's agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C) to a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C). The nighttime temperature in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, dips to a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C) on average during November.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in November is 73%.

Rainfall

In Chapel Hill, in November, during 6.4 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130 rainfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chapel Hill are January through March, November and December. November is the first month it typically snows in Chapel Hill. Throughout November, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Chapel Hill, there are 4 snowfall days, and 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in November in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of November, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:02 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 Chapel Hill, the average sunshine in November is 5.7h.

UV index

In Chapel Hill, the average daily maximum UV index in November is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In November, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are November temperatures in Chapel Hill?

In Chapel Hill, in November, the average high-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in November in Chapel Hill?

In Chapel Hill, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in November is 73%.

How much does it rain in Chapel Hill in November?

In November, in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout November, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Chapel Hill?

November is the first month it typically snows in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Throughout November, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in November in Chapel Hill?

In November, the average day length is 10h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in November in Chapel Hill?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

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

On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 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 Chapel Hill?

In Chapel Hill, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in November is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in November in Chapel Hill?

The average daily maximum UV index in November in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in November
Chapel Hill, NC

Average temperature in November - Chapel Hill, NC
  • Average high temperature in November: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

Average pressure in November
Chapel Hill, NC

Average pressure in November - Chapel Hill, NC
  • Average pressure in November: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Chapel Hill, NC

Average wind speed in November - Chapel Hill, NC
  • Average wind speed in November: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in November
Chapel Hill, NC

Average humidity in November - Chapel Hill, NC
  • Average humidity in November: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in November
Chapel Hill, NC

Average rainfall in November - Chapel Hill, NC
  • Average rainfall in November: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0.83").

Average rainfall days in November
Chapel Hill, NC

Average rainfall days in November - Chapel Hill, NC
  • Average rainfall days in November: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in November
Chapel Hill, NC

Average snowfall in November - Chapel Hill, NC
  • Average snowfall in November: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Chapel Hill, NC

Average snowfall days in November - Chapel Hill, NC
  • Average snowfall days in November: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Chapel Hill, NC

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Chapel Hill, NC
  • Average daylight in November: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in November
Chapel Hill, NC

Average sunshine days in November - Chapel Hill, NC
  • Average sunshine days in November: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (12.8 days).

Average UV index in November
Chapel Hill, NC

Average UV index in November - Chapel Hill, NC
  • Average UV index in November: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in November
Chapel Hill, NC

Average cloud cover in November - Chapel Hill, NC
  • Average cloud cover in November: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in November
Chapel Hill, NC

Average visibility in November - Chapel Hill, NC
  • 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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