November weather forecast
Fairfax, VA

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Weather in November

November in Fairfax, Virginia, ushers in significant changes in weather, characterized by fewer daylight hours, lower temperatures, and decreased sunlight duration. The decrease in temperatures is felt even more with November registering an average low of 38.5°F (3.6°C). The month also witnesses the first snowfall after the hot summer months, signifying the early onset of winter. As the city leaves November behind, it gears up for the most wintry month of the year -- December.

Temperature

In the transition to November, Fairfax observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C) in October to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). In Fairfax, November nights cool down to an average of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

In Fairfax, the average relative humidity in November is 74%.

Rainfall

In Fairfax, in November, during 9.1 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162 rainfall days, and 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. November is the first month it typically snows. Throughout November, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Fairfax, during the entire year, snow falls for 18 days and aggregates up to 11.18" (284mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in November is 10h and 4min.
On the first day of November, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.
Note: On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EDT to EST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EST to EDT.

Sunshine

In November, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In November, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average November temperature?

The high-temperature, in November, in Fairfax, records 54.5°F (12.5°C), while the low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in November?

The average relative humidity in November is 74%.

How much does it rain in November?

In November, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout November, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

November is the first month it typically snows. Throughout November, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in November?

In Fairfax, Virginia, the average day length in November is 10h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in November?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

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

On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Fairfax, Virginia, and the time zone changes from EDT to EST. The next DST starts Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairfax have in November?

The average sunshine duration in November is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in November in Fairfax?

The average daily maximum UV index in November is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in November
Fairfax, VA

Average temperature in November - Fairfax, VA
  • Average high temperature in November: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in November
Fairfax, VA

Average pressure in November - Fairfax, VA
  • Average pressure in November: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Fairfax, VA

Average wind speed in November - Fairfax, VA
  • Average wind speed in November: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in November
Fairfax, VA

Average humidity in November - Fairfax, VA
  • Average humidity in November: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in November
Fairfax, VA

Average rainfall in November - Fairfax, VA
  • Average rainfall in November: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in November
Fairfax, VA

Average rainfall days in November - Fairfax, VA
  • Average rainfall days in November: 9.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in November
Fairfax, VA

Average snowfall in November - Fairfax, VA
  • Average snowfall in November: 0.08"

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

Average snowfall days in November
Fairfax, VA

Average snowfall days in November - Fairfax, VA
  • Average snowfall days in November: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Fairfax, VA

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Fairfax, VA
  • Average daylight in November: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in November
Fairfax, VA

Average sunshine days in November - Fairfax, VA
  • Average sunshine days in November: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in November
Fairfax, VA

Average UV index in November - Fairfax, VA
  • Average UV index in November: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in November
Fairfax, VA

Average cloud cover in November - Fairfax, VA
  • Average cloud cover in November: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in November
Fairfax, VA

Average visibility in November - Fairfax, VA
  • Average visibility in November: 6mi

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

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