November weather forecast
Council Bluffs, IA

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Weather in November

November ushers in a noticeable shift in Council Bluffs’ weather with the feeling of winter creeping in. With high temperatures dipping to 48.9°F (9.4°C), residents and visitors start to bundle up. The decrease in daylight to 9.9 hours signifies the approaching winter and colder days ahead. As autumn leaves fall and the scenery transitions to wintry landscapes, a magical transformation envelops Council Bluffs. November indeed brings a unique charm to the city, blending the crisp fall air with anticipation for the first snow.

Temperature

November's onset in Council Bluffs brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) in October to a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C). Nighttime temperature in Council Bluffs lowers to an average of 33.8°F (1°C) in November.

Humidity

In November, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In November, in Council Bluffs, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout November, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Council Bluffs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.5 days and collects up to 22.52" (572mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In November, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout November, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Council Bluffs, there are 31.6 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Council Bluffs, the average length of the day in November is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT. On the last day of November, in Council Bluffs, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:55 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 November, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Council Bluffs are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. 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: In November, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average November temperature in Council Bluffs?

The high-temperature, in November, in Council Bluffs, records 48.9°F (9.4°C), while the low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in November in Council Bluffs?

In November, the average relative humidity in Council Bluffs is 68%.

How much does it rain in Council Bluffs in November?

In Council Bluffs, Iowa, in November, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Council Bluffs in November?

In Council Bluffs, in November, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Council Bluffs have in November?

In November, the average day length in Council Bluffs is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in November in Council Bluffs?

On the first day of November in Council Bluffs, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

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

On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Council Bluffs, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. The next DST starts Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in November in Council Bluffs?

In November, the average sunshine duration in Council Bluffs, Iowa, is 5.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Council Bluffs?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in November in Council Bluffs?

The average daily maximum UV index in November in Council Bluffs is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in November
Council Bluffs, IA

Average temperature in November - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average high temperature in November: 48.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

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Average pressure in November
Council Bluffs, IA

Average pressure in November - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average pressure in November: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in November
Council Bluffs, IA

Average wind speed in November - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average wind speed in November: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in November
Council Bluffs, IA

Average humidity in November - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average humidity in November: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in November
Council Bluffs, IA

Average rainfall in November - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average rainfall in November: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in November
Council Bluffs, IA

Average rainfall days in November - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average rainfall days in November: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in November
Council Bluffs, IA

Average snowfall in November - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average snowfall in November: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in November
Council Bluffs, IA

Average snowfall days in November - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average snowfall days in November: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Council Bluffs, IA

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average daylight in November: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in November
Council Bluffs, IA

Average sunshine days in November - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average sunshine days in November: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in November
Council Bluffs, IA

Average UV index in November - Council Bluffs, IA
  • 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in November
Council Bluffs, IA

Average cloud cover in November - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average cloud cover in November: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in November
Council Bluffs, IA

Average visibility in November - Council Bluffs, IA
  • 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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