November weather forecast
Lead, SD

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Weather in November

As November commences, Lead, South Dakota, prepares to welcome winter. The weather takes a noticeable turn from the cooling October, towards the freezing December. The light precipitation of 0.63" (16mm) signifies impending shifts in the climatic pattern. The dropping temperature and the increased possibility of snowfall herald the beginning of the winter season. The sun becomes a less frequent visitor, and the air takes on a colder edge.

Temperature

Lead's weather in November involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from October's fresh 53.6°F (12°C) to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Lead's nighttime temperature during November is consistently averaged at a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in November in Lead, South Dakota, is 65%.

Rainfall

In Lead, in November, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.1 days and collects up to 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Lead, in November, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow. In Lead, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.6 days and aggregates up to 34.53" (877mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in November is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MDT. On the last day of November, in Lead, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:17 pm MST.
Note: On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from MDT to MST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MST to MDT.

Sunshine

In November, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lead, South Dakota. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in November leads to these guidelines:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is November in Lead?

An average high-temperature, in November, in Lead, is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in November in Lead?

The average relative humidity in November in Lead is 65%.

How much does it rain in Lead in November?

In Lead, South Dakota, in November, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lead in November?

In Lead, in November, during 7.1 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lead have in November?

In Lead, the average day length in November is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in November in Lead?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MDT. On the last day of the month, in Lead, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:17 pm MST.

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

On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Lead, South Dakota, and the time zone changes from MDT to MST. The next DST starts Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in November in Lead?

In November, the average sunshine duration in Lead, South Dakota, is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lead?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in November in Lead?

In Lead, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in November is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in November
Lead, SD

Average temperature in November - Lead, SD
  • Average high temperature in November: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.4°F).

Average pressure in November
Lead, SD

Average pressure in November - Lead, SD
  • Average pressure in November: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Lead, SD

Average wind speed in November - Lead, SD
  • Average wind speed in November: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).

Average humidity in November
Lead, SD

Average humidity in November - Lead, SD
  • Average humidity in November: 65%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in November
Lead, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in November
Lead, SD

Average rainfall days in November - Lead, SD
  • Average rainfall days in November: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in November
Lead, SD

Average snowfall in November - Lead, SD
  • Average snowfall in November: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Lead, SD

Average snowfall days in November - Lead, SD
  • Average snowfall days in November: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Lead, 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: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in November
Lead, SD

Average sunshine days in November - Lead, SD
  • Average sunshine days in November: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in November
Lead, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in November
Lead, SD

Average cloud cover in November - Lead, SD
  • Average cloud cover in November: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in November
Lead, SD

Average visibility in November - Lead, 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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