November weather forecast
Lancaster, PA

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The city of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in a stunning early morning panorama
The city of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in a stunning early morning panorama

Weather in November

November in Lancaster is the marker of a sharp turn towards winter. The transition to colder temperatures becomes evident with recorded lows settling to about a chilly 36.1°F (2.3°C). The dwindling daylight hours and descent in temperatures are clear indicators of the imminent winter. The glorious autumn foliage starts fading, replaced by bare trees ready to face the oncoming winter cold. Layers and warmer clothing become a common sight as the city prepares for the winter season.

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during November, decreasing from a refreshing 63.3°F (17.4°C) in October to a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C). An average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) is observed during the November nights.

Humidity

In Lancaster, the average relative humidity in November is 77%.

Rainfall

In Lancaster, in November, during 8.4 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lancaster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.4 days and collects up to 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lancaster are January through April, November and December. November is the first month it typically snows. Throughout November, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Lancaster, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 11.46" (291mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in November is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of November, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:40 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 Lancaster, the average sunshine in November is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during November translates into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in November?

November temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and a low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in November?

The average relative humidity in November is 77%.

How much does it rain in November?

In November, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout November, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

November is the first month it typically snows. Throughout November, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in November?

In Lancaster, the average day length in November is 9h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in November?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Lancaster have in November?

In Lancaster, the average sunshine duration in November is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in November in Lancaster?

The average daily maximum UV index in November is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in November
Lancaster, PA

Average temperature in November - Lancaster, PA
  • Average high temperature in November: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in November
Lancaster, PA

Average pressure in November - Lancaster, PA
  • Average pressure in November: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Lancaster, PA

Average wind speed in November - Lancaster, PA
  • Average wind speed in November: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in November
Lancaster, PA

Average humidity in November - Lancaster, PA
  • Average humidity in November: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in November
Lancaster, PA

Average rainfall in November - Lancaster, PA
  • Average rainfall in November: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in November
Lancaster, PA

Average rainfall days in November - Lancaster, PA
  • Average rainfall days in November: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in November
Lancaster, PA

Average snowfall in November - Lancaster, PA
  • Average snowfall in November: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Lancaster, PA

Average snowfall days in November - Lancaster, PA
  • Average snowfall days in November: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Lancaster, PA

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Lancaster, PA
  • Average daylight in November: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in November
Lancaster, PA

Average sunshine days in November - Lancaster, PA
  • Average sunshine days in November: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in November
Lancaster, PA

Average UV index in November - Lancaster, PA
  • Average UV index in November: 2

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

Average cloud cover in November
Lancaster, PA

Average cloud cover in November - Lancaster, PA
  • Average cloud cover in November: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in November
Lancaster, PA

Average visibility in November - Lancaster, PA
  • Average visibility in November: 6mi

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

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