November weather forecast
Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Compared to the vibrant October, November in Sault Ste. Marie sees nature preparing for the winter. With the temperature continuing to drop, the city receives a significant amount of snowfall as winter approaches. Notably, from 1.6" (41mm) in October, snowfall drastically increases to 15.1" (384mm) in November, preparing the city for its winter makeover. The chill in the ambiance hints at the arrival of the holiday season. As November ends, Sault Ste. Marie braces for the winter beauty it is known for.

Temperature

Transition into November in Sault Ste. Marie marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in October to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). Sault Ste. Marie in November anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Rainfall

In Sault Ste. Marie, in November, during 16.7 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sault Ste. Marie, there are 162.9 rainfall days, and 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sault Ste. Marie are January through May, October through December. In Sault Ste. Marie, during November, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 15.12" (384mm) of snow. In Sault Ste. Marie, during the entire year, snow falls for 79.2 days and aggregates up to 120.39" (3058mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, the average seawater temperature in November is 44.6°F (7°C).
Note: Dipping into 44.6°F (7°C) below 50°F (10°C) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 55.4°F (13°C) can be jarring.

Daylight

In Sault Ste. Marie, the average length of the day in November is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of November in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:52 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

With an average of 2.3h of sunshine, November has the least sunshine of the year in Sault Ste. Marie.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Sault Ste. Marie. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in November leads to these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.