November weather forecastSalem, MA

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November

Weather in November

November indicates the start of winter in Salem, with temperatures slipping from 52°F (11.1°C) to 36°F (2.2°C). Daylight hours decrease significantly, making outings limited to earlier parts of the day. With colder temperatures, the city wears a serene look with its famous tourist spots less crowded. Despite 11 rainy days, November's calm presents a quiet, stark contrast to the bustling October festivities.

Temperature

November shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from October's refreshing 62.6°F (17°C) to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). In Salem, November nights witness a steady temperature drop to a cold 35.6°F (2°C).

Rainfall

November is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11 days and accumulates 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Salem, the average seawater temperature in November is 50°F (10°C).
Note: While a brief time in 50°F (10°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is already bracing, plunging below 50°F (10°C) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.

Daylight

In Salem, the average length of the day in November is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EDT. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.
Note: On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EDT to EST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EST to EDT.

Sunshine

January, November and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in November is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in November translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in November, in Salem, is 51.8°F (11°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.6°F (2°C).

The month with the most rainfall is November, when the rain falls for 11 days and typically aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation.

In November, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout November, 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In November, the average ocean temperature is 50°F (10°C). Swimming in 50°F (10°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

In Salem, the average day length in November is 9h and 47min.

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

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

January, November and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

In November, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

In Salem, the average daily maximum UV index in November is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average rainfall

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Average sea temperature

Average daylight

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Average temperature in November
Salem, MA

Average high temperature in November: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

Average low temperature in November: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average rainfall in November
Salem, MA

Average rainfall in November: 4.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (4.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3").

Average rainfall days in November
Salem, MA

Average rainfall days in November: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8 days).

Average sea temperature in November
Salem, MA

Average sea temperature in November: 50°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37°F).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Salem, MA

Average daylight in November: 9h and 48min

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

Average sunshine in November: 5h

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 5h).