November weather forecastFort Dodge, IA
November
Weather in November
In November, winter arrives prematurely in Fort Dodge with average temperatures plunging to 31.5°F (-0.3°C). This month marks an unmistakable shift in the weather, as the city experiences its first significant snowfall of the season, measuring a tactical 1.57" (40mm). From colorful fall foliage to bare branches blanketed in snow, the landscapes undergo a drastic transformation. The dip in temperature is major, and residents brace for the peak of winter to follow. As November concludes, the city is thoroughly prepped for the cold December days ahead.Temperature
Fort Dodge's November weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from October's moderate 58.8°F (14.9°C) to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). Fort Dodge experiences an average nighttime temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in the month of November.Humidity
The average relative humidity in November is 72%.Rainfall
In Fort Dodge, in November, during 6.7 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Dodge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.9 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Fort Dodge are January through May, October through December. In November, in Fort Dodge, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout November, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 43.2 snowfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Fort Dodge, the average length of the day in November is 9h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 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 5.4h.UV index
In Fort Dodge, 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 the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in November, converts into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in November
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average high temperature in November: 44.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).
- Average low temperature in November: 31.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).
Average pressure in November
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average pressure in November: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in November
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average wind speed in November: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in November
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average humidity in November: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).
Average rainfall in November
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average rainfall in November: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in November
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average rainfall days in November: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in November
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average snowfall in November: 1.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in November
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average snowfall days in November: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Fort Dodge, IA
- 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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in November
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average sunshine days in November: 19 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).
Average UV index in November
Fort Dodge, IA
- 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 February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in November
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average cloud cover in November: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in November
Fort Dodge, IA
- 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).
