November weather - Autumn 2024

Weather in November
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in November
Average pressure in November
Average wind speed in November
Average humidity in November
Average rainfall in November
Average rainfall days in November
Average snowfall in November
Average snowfall days in November
Average daylight in November
Average sunshine in November
Average sunshine days in November
Average UV index in November
Average cloud cover in November
Average visibility in November

The John Weeks Memorial Footbridge in Cambridge, Massachusetts, over the Charles River calm waters, and a distant view of the Havard University student residence unit

Weather in November

November in Cambridge, Massachusetts is a month with brisk weather and earlier sunsets, pointing towards the arrival of winter. The deciduous trees shed their leaves, leaving behind a carpet of vibrant colors. The once-bustling parks slowly quiet down as cool breezes become more frequent. The temperatures take a plunge and range from 37.4°F (3°C) to 49.5°F (9.7°C). Despite the late autumn chill, November's crisp weather brings a unique charm to the cityscape.

Temperature

The transition into November in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C) in October to a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C). Cambridge temperatures generally rest at a low of 37.4°F (3°C) during the November nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in November is 73%.

Rainfall

November is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. 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 Cambridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.8 days and aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of November, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:13 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

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In November, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in November?

In Cambridge, in November, the average high-temperature is 49.5°F (9.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in November in Cambridge?

In Cambridge, the average relative humidity in November is 73%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is November, when the rain falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in November?

In November, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout November, 0.63" (16mm) 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 Cambridge, the average day length in November is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in November?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

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

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 Cambridge have in November?

The average sunshine duration in November is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in November?

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

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Year J F M A M J J A S O November D

Oct

November

Dec

Average high temperature

61.2°F 16.2°C

49.5°F 9.7°C

39.6°F 4.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.6mph 13.8km/h

9.1mph 14.6km/h

9.6mph 15.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

22.6

23.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in November
Cambridge, MA

Average high temperature in November: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

Average low temperature in November: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in November
Cambridge, MA

Average pressure in November: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Cambridge, MA

Average wind speed in November: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in November
Cambridge, MA

Average humidity in November: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

Average rainfall in November
Cambridge, MA

Average rainfall in November: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.63").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in November
Cambridge, MA

Average rainfall days in November: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in November
Cambridge, MA

Average snowfall in November: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Cambridge, MA

Average snowfall days in November: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Cambridge, MA

Average daylight in November: 9h and 5min

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

Average sunshine in November: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in November
Cambridge, MA

Average sunshine days in November: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.4 days).

Average UV index in November
Cambridge, MA

Average UV index in November: 2

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

Average cloud cover in November
Cambridge, MA

Average cloud cover in November: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in November
Cambridge, MA

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).

November weather forecast
Cambridge, MA

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