November weather forecast
Harrisburg, SD

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Weather in November

The city of Harrisburg experiences a sizable drop in temperature in November. This, along with the shift from rainfall to snowfall, signals the onset of winter. This month is characterized by cooler temperatures and shorter daylight hours, along with an increase in relative humidity. The changing weather brings forth a change in the cityscape as the snow begins to powder the natural scenery.

Temperature

A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen as October gives way to November, with average highs moving from a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Harrisburg sees an average low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) during November.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in November is 70%.

Rainfall

January, February and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Harrisburg, during November, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Harrisburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.5 days and aggregates up to 16.77" (426mm) of snow.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day is 9h and 42min.
On the first day of November, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:52 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 Harrisburg, the average sunshine in November is 5.7h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During November, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is November cold?

The high-temperature during November is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in November?

In November, the average relative humidity is 70%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January, February and November Rain falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in November?

In Harrisburg, during November, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in November?

In Harrisburg, during November, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in November?

In November, the average day length in Harrisburg is 9h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in November?

On the first day of November, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:52 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 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Harrisburg?

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

What is the UV index intensity in November?

The average daily maximum UV index in November is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average temperature in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average high temperature in November: 43.7°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 (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average pressure in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average pressure in November: 30.07"Hg

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

Average wind speed in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average wind speed in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average wind speed in November: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average humidity in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average humidity in November: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in November
Harrisburg, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average rainfall days in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average rainfall days in November: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in November
Harrisburg, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average snowfall days in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average snowfall days in November: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • 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 January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average sunshine days in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average sunshine days in November: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in November
Harrisburg, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Harrisburg, SD

Average cloud cover in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average cloud cover in November: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average visibility in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • 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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