November weather forecast
Pierre, SD

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The Capitol Dome building in Pierre, South Dakota, set in a beautiful tree park
The Capitol Dome building in Pierre, South Dakota, set in a beautiful tree park

Weather in November

November in Pierre represents the transition towards winter, with steadily falling temperatures and generally overcast skies. The city prepares for the winter season, with snow shovels and winter tires making an appearance. The transition from the mild weather of October gets evident now, as November sees an average high temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C). Residents immerse themselves in indoor activities and return to having hot meals, marking the beginning of the cold season. The first snowfall usually arrives by the end of November, paving the way for the winter wonderland that Pierre turns into in the heart of winter.

Temperature

November's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from October's refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Pierre anticipates an average minimum temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in the month of November.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in November is 66%.

Rainfall

In Pierre, in November, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pierre, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.5 days and collects up to 13.7" (348mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Pierre, during November, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Pierre, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.4 days and aggregates up to 13.07" (332mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Pierre, the average length of the day in November is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CDT. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:03 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 is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in November is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in November translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is November?

In November, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in November?

In Pierre, the average relative humidity in November is 66%.

How much does it rain in November?

In Pierre, South Dakota, in November, during 4 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Pierre in November?

In Pierre, in November, during 3.5 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Pierre have in November?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in November?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, in Pierre, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:03 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 many hours of sunshine does Pierre have in November?

The average sunshine duration in November is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in November?

In November, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in November
Pierre, SD

Average temperature in November - Pierre, SD
  • Average high temperature in November: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in November
Pierre, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Pierre, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in November
Pierre, SD

Average humidity in November - Pierre, SD
  • Average humidity in November: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

Average rainfall in November
Pierre, SD

Average rainfall in November - Pierre, SD
  • Average rainfall in November: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in November
Pierre, SD

Average rainfall days in November - Pierre, SD
  • Average rainfall days in November: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in November
Pierre, SD

Average snowfall in November - Pierre, SD
  • Average snowfall in November: 0.83"

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

Average snowfall days in November
Pierre, SD

Average snowfall days in November - Pierre, SD
  • Average snowfall days in November: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Pierre, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in November
Pierre, SD

Average sunshine days in November - Pierre, SD
  • Average sunshine days in November: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

Average UV index in November
Pierre, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in November
Pierre, SD

Average cloud cover in November - Pierre, SD
  • Average cloud cover in November: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in November
Pierre, SD

Average visibility in November - Pierre, 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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