November weather forecast
Brookings, SD

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Weather in November

November announces the approach of winter in Brookings. With temperatures sliding to a chillier zone of 41.2°F (5.1°C), the city succumbs to the yearnings of the impending cold season. The rustic tints of autumn give way to the frigid hues of winter. Between November and December, the city adjusts itself for the most arctic month of the year. As autumnal curtains drop, winter readies its act, transforming Brookings into a frosty white landscape.

Temperature

November's arrival witnesses a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, receding from October's moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C) to an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C). The temperature dips to an average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) during November nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in November is 73%.

Rainfall

November is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Brookings, during November, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Brookings, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in November is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of November, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:49 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 Brookings, South Dakota, the average sunshine in November is 5.5h.

UV index

In November, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in November translates into this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during November?

The high-temperature during November is 41.2°F (5.1°C) and the low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in November?

In Brookings, the average relative humidity in November is 73%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is November, when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically collects 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in November?

In Brookings, in November, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in November?

In November, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout November, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Brookings have in November?

The average day length in November in Brookings is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in November?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, in Brookings, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

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 CDT to CST. The next DST starts Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in November?

In November, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in November?

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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in November
Brookings, SD

Average temperature in November - Brookings, SD
  • Average high temperature in November: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in November
Brookings, SD

Average pressure in November - Brookings, SD
  • Average pressure in November: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Brookings, SD

Average wind speed in November - Brookings, SD
  • Average wind speed in November: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.4mph).

Average humidity in November
Brookings, SD

Average humidity in November - Brookings, SD
  • Average humidity in November: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in November
Brookings, SD

Average rainfall in November - Brookings, SD
  • Average rainfall in November: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in November
Brookings, SD

Average rainfall days in November - Brookings, SD
  • Average rainfall days in November: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in November
Brookings, SD

Average snowfall in November - Brookings, SD
  • Average snowfall in November: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Brookings, SD

Average snowfall days in November - Brookings, SD
  • Average snowfall days in November: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Brookings, SD

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Brookings, SD
  • Average daylight in November: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in November
Brookings, SD

Average sunshine days in November - Brookings, SD
  • Average sunshine days in November: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in November
Brookings, SD

Average UV index in November - Brookings, SD
  • Average UV index in November: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in November
Brookings, SD

Average cloud cover in November - Brookings, SD
  • Average cloud cover in November: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in November
Brookings, SD

Average visibility in November - Brookings, SD
  • Average visibility in November: 6mi

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

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