November weather forecastWaukegan, IL

November

Weather in November

November heralds the onset of winter in Waukegan, Illinois. Rainfall decreases drastically to 1.02" (26mm) while temperatures drop significantly. With a higher probability for snowfall, it's clear that winter is looming. The sharp transition into the frosty December makes for an intriguing climax to the year.

Temperature

As Waukegan, Illinois, enters November, the average high-temperature decreases from the a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C) of October to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Waukegan anticipates an average minimum temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) in the month of November.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Waukegan, during November, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Waukegan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.5 days and collects up to 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Waukegan, Illinois. In November, in Waukegan, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout November, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 45.5 snowfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Waukegan, Illinois, the average length of the day in November is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CDT. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:20 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

The average sunshine in November is 5.1h.

UV index

In November, the average daily maximum UV index in Waukegan is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during November translates into the following directions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

During November, Waukegan experiences an average high-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and a low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

October and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

The average relative humidity in November in Waukegan, Illinois, is 75%.

In Waukegan, Illinois, in November, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Waukegan, during November, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

The average day length in November in Waukegan, Illinois, is 9h and 47min.

On the first day of November in Waukegan, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:20 pm CST.

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.

In Waukegan, the average sunshine duration in November is 5.1h.

In Waukegan, Illinois, 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
Waukegan, IL

  • Average high temperature in November: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in November
Waukegan, IL

  • Average pressure in November: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Waukegan, IL

  • Average wind speed in November: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in November
Waukegan, IL

  • Average humidity in November: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in November
Waukegan, IL

  • Average rainfall in November: 1.02"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.91").

Average rainfall days in November
Waukegan, IL

  • Average rainfall days in November: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in November
Waukegan, IL

  • Average snowfall in November: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Waukegan, IL

  • Average snowfall days in November: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Waukegan, IL

  • Average daylight in November: 9h and 48min

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 6min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in November
Waukegan, IL

  • Average sunshine days in November: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in November
Waukegan, IL

  • Average UV index in November: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in November
Waukegan, IL

  • Average cloud cover in November: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in November
Waukegan, IL

  • 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).