November weather forecast
Charleston, WV

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The calm Kanawha River in front of Charleston, West Virginia, reflecting the city in its water
The calm Kanawha River in front of Charleston, West Virginia, reflecting the city in its water

Weather in November

In November, Charleston continues its transition into the winter season, seeing further dips in temperatures, especially during nighttime. The first signs of winter can be seen as occasional snowfall hits the city, totaling 1.61" (41mm) for the month. This, combined with the chilly wind gusts, paints a frosty scene of approaching winter. Despite the fall in temperatures, there's still plenty of sunshine to brighten up the crisp November days.

Temperature

The start of November signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C) in October to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). Charleston observes an average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) during November nights.

Humidity

June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In November, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout November, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.4 rainfall days, and 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Charleston, in November, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in November is 10h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 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

The average sunshine in November is 5.5h.

UV index

In Charleston, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in November is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In November, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are November temperatures?

The high-temperature, in November, in Charleston, records 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in November?

In November, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in November?

In Charleston, during November, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in November?

In Charleston, in November, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in November?

The average day length in November is 10h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in November?

On the first day of November, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

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 EDT to EST. The next DST starts Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Charleston have in November?

In Charleston, the average sunshine duration in November is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in November?

The average daily maximum UV index in November is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in November
Charleston, WV

Average temperature in November - Charleston, WV
  • Average high temperature in November: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 36.9°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 (25.3°F).

Average pressure in November
Charleston, WV

Average pressure in November - Charleston, WV
  • Average pressure in November: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Charleston, WV

Average wind speed in November - Charleston, WV
  • Average wind speed in November: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in November
Charleston, WV

Average humidity in November - Charleston, WV
  • Average humidity in November: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in November
Charleston, WV

Average rainfall in November - Charleston, WV
  • Average rainfall in November: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in November
Charleston, WV

Average rainfall days in November - Charleston, WV
  • Average rainfall days in November: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in November
Charleston, WV

Average snowfall in November - Charleston, WV
  • Average snowfall in November: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Charleston, WV

Average snowfall days in November - Charleston, WV
  • Average snowfall days in November: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Charleston, WV

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Charleston, WV
  • 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in November
Charleston, WV

Average sunshine days in November - Charleston, WV
  • Average sunshine days in November: 16.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in November
Charleston, WV

Average UV index in November - Charleston, WV
  • Average UV index in November: 3

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in November
Charleston, WV

Average cloud cover in November - Charleston, WV
  • Average cloud cover in November: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in November
Charleston, WV

Average visibility in November - Charleston, WV
  • Average visibility in November: 6mi

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

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