November projects a sharp contrast to
October as temperatures drop significantly, indicating the upcoming winter. Rainfall returns to the higher levels observed at the beginning of the year, contributing to the park's wintery ambiance. Daylight hours diminish substantially, creating short and crisp days. The declining UV index mirrors the decreasing intensity of sunlight. November's weather invites a quiet yet visually striking season, providing different perspectives of
Mammoth Cave National Park.
Temperature
The beginning of November in Mammoth Cave National Park,
Kentucky, marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 69.8°F (21°C) in October to a moderate 57.2°F (14°C). Mammoth Cave National Park records a consistent low-temperature average of 35.6°F (2°C) during November, indicating a significant difference from the daytime heat.
Rainfall
In November, in Mammoth Cave National Park, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout November, 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mammoth Cave National Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126 days and collects up to 50.63" (1286mm) of precipitation.
Daylight
In Mammoth Cave National Park, the average length of the day in November is 10h and 11min.
On the first day of November, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:27 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 in Mammoth Cave National Park is 5h.
UV index
In Mammoth Cave National Park, the average daily maximum UV index in November is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during November, leads to the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.