November weather forecast
Columbia, SD

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Weather in November

The last month of the autumn, November, is also a wintry month in Columbia, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

As November sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) in October to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). In Columbia, November nights cool down to an average of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

In November, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Columbia, in November, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Columbia, in November, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in November is 9h and 30min.
On the first day of November in Columbia, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:51 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

The average sunshine in November in Columbia is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during November translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is November in Columbia?

During November, Columbia experiences an average high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°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 calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in November in Columbia?

In Columbia, the average relative humidity in November is 71%.

How much does it rain in Columbia in November?

In Columbia, South Dakota, during November, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Columbia in November?

In Columbia, in November, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Columbia have in November?

In Columbia, South Dakota, the average day length in November is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in November in Columbia?

On the first day of November in Columbia, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

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

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 Columbia?

In November, the average sunshine duration in Columbia is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Columbia?

January, February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Columbia, South Dakota.

How high is the UV index in November in Columbia?

In Columbia, the average daily maximum UV index in November is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in November
Columbia, SD

Average temperature in November - Columbia, SD
  • Average high temperature in November: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in November
Columbia, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Columbia, SD

Average wind speed in November - Columbia, SD
  • Average wind speed in November: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in November
Columbia, SD

Average humidity in November - Columbia, SD
  • Average humidity in November: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in November
Columbia, SD

Average rainfall in November - Columbia, SD
  • Average rainfall in November: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in November
Columbia, SD

Average rainfall days in November - Columbia, SD
  • Average rainfall days in November: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in November
Columbia, SD

Average snowfall in November - Columbia, SD
  • Average snowfall in November: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Columbia, SD

Average snowfall days in November - Columbia, SD
  • Average snowfall days in November: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Columbia, SD
  • Average daylight in November: 9h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in November: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in November
Columbia, SD

Average sunshine days in November - Columbia, SD
  • Average sunshine days in November: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in November
Columbia, SD

Average UV index in November - Columbia, SD
  • Average UV index in November: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in November
Columbia, SD

Average cloud cover in November - Columbia, SD
  • Average cloud cover in November: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in November
Columbia, SD

Average visibility in November - Columbia, 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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