November weather forecast
Des Moines, IA

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Weather in November

As November arrives, the city of Des Moines prepares for winter, with further falls in temperature and shortened daylight hours. With a noticeable dip in sunshine hours and a rise in cloud coverage, November experiences the first flurries of snow. The cityscape drastically shifts as the leaves fall from trees, making way for the upcoming winter landscape. Characterizing this month is an average snowfall of 0.39" (10mm). Residents often equip their homes for the coming winter, marking an end to the colorful autumn season.

Temperature

November weather in Des Moines is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C) in October to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). An average minimum temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) is recorded in Des Moines during the month of November.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in November is 72%.

Rainfall

In Des Moines, in November, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Des Moines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.4 days and collects up to 16.38" (416mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Des Moines, in November, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Des Moines, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.9 days and aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day is 9h and 51min.
On the first day of November, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 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 November, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in November is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In November, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in November?

In November, in Des Moines, the average high-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in November?

In November, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in November?

In November, in Des Moines, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout November, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in November?

In Des Moines, during November, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in November?

The average day length in November is 9h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in November?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

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

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 Des Moines have in November?

In November, the average sunshine duration in Des Moines is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in November?

The average daily maximum UV index in November is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in November
Des Moines, IA

Average temperature in November - Des Moines, IA
  • Average high temperature in November: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in November
Des Moines, IA

Average pressure in November - Des Moines, IA
  • Average pressure in November: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Des Moines, IA

Average wind speed in November - Des Moines, IA
  • Average wind speed in November: 10.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in November
Des Moines, IA

Average humidity in November - Des Moines, IA
  • Average humidity in November: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in November
Des Moines, IA

Average rainfall in November - Des Moines, IA
  • Average rainfall in November: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in November
Des Moines, IA

Average rainfall days in November - Des Moines, IA
  • Average rainfall days in November: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in November
Des Moines, IA

Average snowfall in November - Des Moines, IA
  • Average snowfall in November: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Des Moines, IA

Average snowfall days in November - Des Moines, IA
  • Average snowfall days in November: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Des Moines, IA

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Des Moines, IA
  • Average daylight in November: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in November
Des Moines, IA

Average sunshine days in November - Des Moines, IA
  • Average sunshine days in November: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in November
Des Moines, IA

Average UV index in November - Des Moines, IA
  • Average UV index in November: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in November
Des Moines, IA

Average cloud cover in November - Des Moines, IA
  • Average cloud cover in November: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in November
Des Moines, IA

Average visibility in November - Des Moines, IA
  • 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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