November weather forecastPetersburg, AK
November
Weather in November
November is a preface to the harsh winter that follows, characterized by plummeting temperatures and rising snowfall. The increased precipitation combined with reduced daylight hours makes for longer and colder nights. Low sea temperatures call for extra precautions in marine activities. The high snowfall during November, recorded at 6.38" (162mm), hints at the oncoming winter. As the penultimate month of the year, it sets the stage for the coldest time of the year in Petersburg.Temperature
November ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from October's frosty 46°F (7.8°C) to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C). Petersburg registers an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) throughout November, a modest decrease from its daytime highs.Humidity
In Petersburg, the average relative humidity in November is 82%.Rainfall
In Petersburg, Alaska, in November, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 5.83" (148mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Petersburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.9 days and collects up to 53.03" (1347mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Petersburg, in November, during 6.4 snowfall days, 6.38" (162mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Petersburg, there are 47.5 snowfall days, and 58.23" (1479mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Petersburg, in November, the average water temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).Note: Staying in 46°F (7.8°C) waters for just a few moments at 55.4°F (13°C) can be harrowing, and below 50°F (10°C) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.
Daylight
The average length of the day in November in Petersburg is 8h and 7min.On the first day of November, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:07 pm AKDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 3:18 pm AKST.
Note: On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from AKDT to AKST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from AKST to AKDT.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January and November, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in November leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Average temperature in November
Petersburg, AK
- Average high temperature in November: 37°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).
- Average low temperature in November: 32.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.9°F).
Average pressure in November
Petersburg, AK
- Average pressure in November: 29.8"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).
Average wind speed in November
Petersburg, AK
- Average wind speed in November: 7.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (3.9mph).
Average humidity in November
Petersburg, AK
- Average humidity in November: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (81%).
Average rainfall in November
Petersburg, AK
- Average rainfall in November: 5.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (6.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (2.01").
Average rainfall days in November
Petersburg, AK
- Average rainfall days in November: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in November
Petersburg, AK
- Average snowfall in November: 6.38"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (13.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in November
Petersburg, AK
- Average snowfall days in November: 6.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in November
Petersburg, AK
- Average sea temperature in November: 46°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (54.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (41°F).
Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Petersburg, AK
- Average daylight in November: 8h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in November: 3h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in November
Petersburg, AK
- Average sunshine days in November: 8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8 days).
Average UV index in November
Petersburg, AK
- Average UV index in November: 1
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in November
Petersburg, AK
- Average cloud cover in November: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and May (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in November
Petersburg, AK
- Average visibility in November: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
