November weather forecast
Columbus, MT

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Weather in November

In November, Columbus, Montana, the weather conditions are reminiscent of early winter, marking a departure from those experienced in October. This month has an increased snowfall to 5.59" (142mm), announcing the arrival of the winter season. With the cold winds picking up, the town prepares for the imminent winter spell. The daylight hours continue to shorten, contributing to the overall decrease in temperature. November's weather further develops the winter season with the first heavy snowfall traditionally arriving by the month's end.

Temperature

With November's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from October's refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C) to a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). During the nights in November, Columbus observes an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In Columbus, Montana, the average relative humidity in November is 66%.

Rainfall

In Columbus, in November, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.4 days and collects up to 14.49" (368mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Columbus. In Columbus, during November, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.59" (142mm) of snow. In Columbus, Montana, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.3 days and aggregates up to 39.09" (993mm) of snow.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day in Columbus, Montana, is 9h and 30min.
On the first day of November in Columbus, Montana, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:35 pm MST.
Note: On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from MDT to MST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MST to MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in November is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Columbus, Montana, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During November, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Columbus during November?

The high-temperature, in November, in Columbus, records 42.3°F (5.7°C), while the low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in November in Columbus?

The average relative humidity in November in Columbus, Montana, is 66%.

How much does it rain in Columbus in November?

In Columbus, Montana, in November, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Columbus in November?

In Columbus, in November, during 7.1 snowfall days, 5.59" (142mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in November in Columbus?

In November, the average day length in Columbus, Montana, is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in November in Columbus?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:35 pm MST.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in November in Columbus?

The average sunshine duration in November in Columbus, Montana, is 6.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Columbus?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in November in Columbus?

In November, the average daily maximum UV index in Columbus, Montana, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in November
Columbus, MT

Average temperature in November - Columbus, MT
  • Average high temperature in November: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in November
Columbus, MT

Average pressure in November - Columbus, MT
  • Average pressure in November: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in November
Columbus, MT

Average wind speed in November - Columbus, MT
  • Average wind speed in November: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in November
Columbus, MT

Average humidity in November - Columbus, MT
  • Average humidity in November: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

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Average rainfall in November
Columbus, MT

Average rainfall in November - Columbus, MT
  • Average rainfall in November: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in November
Columbus, MT

Average rainfall days in November - Columbus, MT
  • Average rainfall days in November: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in November
Columbus, MT

Average snowfall in November - Columbus, MT
  • Average snowfall in November: 5.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in November
Columbus, MT

Average snowfall days in November - Columbus, MT
  • Average snowfall days in November: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Columbus, MT

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Columbus, MT
  • Average daylight in November: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in November
Columbus, MT

Average sunshine days in November - Columbus, MT
  • Average sunshine days in November: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in November
Columbus, MT

Average UV index in November - Columbus, MT
  • Average UV index in November: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in November
Columbus, MT

Average cloud cover in November - Columbus, MT
  • Average cloud cover in November: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in November
Columbus, MT

Average visibility in November - Columbus, MT
  • 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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