November weather forecast
Rapid City, SD

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A scenic panorama of the Rapid City in South Dakota
A scenic panorama of the Rapid City in South Dakota

Weather in November

November translates into colder weather in Rapid City. The shift towards winter becomes even clearer as daylight hours continue to reduce. Snowfall becomes more frequent, blanketing the city with an average of 2.4" (61mm). Likewise, a hike in relative humidity sets a damper atmosphere. All these changes signify that the harshness of winter is only a month away.

Temperature

November weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) in October to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). An average minimum temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) marks the month of November.

Humidity

In November, the average relative humidity is 62%.

Rainfall

In Rapid City, in November, during 5.9 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rapid City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Rapid City, in November, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in November is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of November, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:16 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 6.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rapid City. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during November, leads to the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average November temperature in Rapid City?

In Rapid City, 45.1°F (7.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.1°F (-1.6°C) is the average low-temperature during November. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in November?

In November, the average relative humidity is 62%.

How many days does it rain in November?

In Rapid City, during November, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in November?

In Rapid City, in November, during 5.6 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in November?

In November, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in November?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:16 pm MST.

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

How long on average sun shines in November?

In Rapid City, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in November is 6.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in November?

In November, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in November
Rapid City, SD

Average temperature in November - Rapid City, SD
  • Average high temperature in November: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

Average pressure in November
Rapid City, SD

Average pressure in November - Rapid City, 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
Rapid City, SD

Average wind speed in November - Rapid City, SD
  • Average wind speed in November: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in November
Rapid City, SD

Average humidity in November - Rapid City, SD
  • Average humidity in November: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

Average rainfall in November
Rapid City, SD

Average rainfall in November - Rapid City, SD
  • Average rainfall in November: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in November
Rapid City, SD

Average rainfall days in November - Rapid City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in November: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in November
Rapid City, SD

Average snowfall in November - Rapid City, SD
  • Average snowfall in November: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Rapid City, SD

Average snowfall days in November - Rapid City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in November: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Rapid City, SD

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Rapid City, SD
  • Average daylight in November: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in November
Rapid City, SD

Average sunshine days in November - Rapid City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in November: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in November
Rapid City, SD

Average UV index in November - Rapid City, SD
  • Average UV index in November: 2

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

Average cloud cover in November
Rapid City, SD

Average cloud cover in November - Rapid City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in November: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in November
Rapid City, SD

Average visibility in November - Rapid City, 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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