November weather forecast
Madison, SD

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Weather in November

The gradual arrival of winter becomes evident in Madison, South Dakota during the month of November. The transformation is noticed in the trees, now bare, and the clear, frost-tipped mornings. Among colder months, November is relatively milder with daytime temperatures around a moderate 41.9°F (5.5°C). Annual snowfall makes a noticeable return towards the end of this month. November, with its quiet mornings and calm, cool evenings, signals the receding autumn and onset of winter.

Temperature

The onset of November in Madison comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) in October to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). During November, the temperature is averaged to a low of 28°F (-2.2°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in November is 72%.

Rainfall

November is the month with the least rainfall in Madison. Rain falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In November, in Madison, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout November, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. In Madison, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of November, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:51 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 Madison, the average sunshine in November is 5.4h.

UV index

In November, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in November transforms into this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Madison during November?

The average high-temperature, in November, in Madison, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in November in Madison?

In Madison, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in November is 72%.

What is the driest month in Madison?

The month with the least rainfall is November, when the rain falls for 4.4 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Madison in November?

In Madison, South Dakota, in November, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in November in Madison?

In November, in Madison, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout November, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in November in Madison?

In November, the average day length in Madison, South Dakota, is 9h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in November in Madison?

On the first day of November in Madison, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

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

On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Madison, South Dakota, 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 Madison have in November?

The average sunshine duration in November in Madison, South Dakota, is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in November in Madison?

In Madison, South Dakota, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in November
Madison, SD

Average temperature in November - Madison, SD
  • Average high temperature in November: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

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Average pressure in November
Madison, SD

Average pressure in November - Madison, SD
  • Average pressure in November: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in November
Madison, SD

Average wind speed in November - Madison, SD
  • Average wind speed in November: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in November
Madison, SD

Average humidity in November - Madison, SD
  • Average humidity in November: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in November
Madison, SD

Average rainfall in November - Madison, SD
  • Average rainfall in November: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in November
Madison, SD

Average rainfall days in November - Madison, SD
  • Average rainfall days in November: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in November
Madison, SD

Average snowfall in November - Madison, SD
  • Average snowfall in November: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in November
Madison, SD

Average snowfall days in November - Madison, SD
  • Average snowfall days in November: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Madison, SD

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Madison, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in November
Madison, SD

Average sunshine days in November - Madison, SD
  • Average sunshine days in November: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in November
Madison, SD

Average UV index in November - Madison, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in November
Madison, SD

Average cloud cover in November - Madison, SD
  • Average cloud cover in November: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in November
Madison, SD

Average visibility in November - Madison, SD
  • Average visibility in November: 6mi

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

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