November weather forecast
Taos, NM

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A large old building in the ancient city of Taos in New Mexico
A large old building in the ancient city of Taos in New Mexico

Weather in November

By November, Taos, New Mexico settles into a pre-winter chill. The month displays colder daytime temperatures, with the average high falling to a breezy 45°F (7.2°C). Snowfall escalates to 3.23" (82mm), signaling nature's preparation for the impending winter. As the month progresses, autumn steps back, allowing winter's icy grip to re-establish. November's crisp air combined with increased snowfall paints dramatic contrasts across the beautiful cityscape.

Temperature

The beginning of November in Taos, New Mexico, marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) in October to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Following the sharp contrast to daytime warmth, an average nighttime temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) gets registered in Taos during November.

Humidity

In November, the average relative humidity is 60%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is November, when the rain falls for 1.4 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In November, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout November, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Taos, there are 37.3 snowfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in November is 10h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MDT. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:47 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

In November, the average sunshine in Taos is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Taos are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in November translates into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are November temperatures in Taos?

November temperatures in Taos, New Mexico, vary between a high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and a low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in November in Taos?

The average relative humidity in November in Taos, New Mexico, is 60%.

What is the driest month in Taos?

November is the month with the least rainfall in Taos, New Mexico. Rain falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in November in Taos?

In November, in Taos, New Mexico, the rain falls for 1.4 days. Throughout November, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Taos in November?

In Taos, in November, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Taos have in November?

In November, the average day length in Taos, New Mexico, is 10h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in November in Taos?

On the first day of November in Taos, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:47 pm MST.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Taos have in November?

In Taos, the average sunshine duration in November is 7.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Taos?

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

What is the UV index reading in November in Taos?

In November, the average daily maximum UV index in Taos, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in November
Taos, NM

Average temperature in November - Taos, NM
  • Average high temperature in November: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).

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Average pressure in November
Taos, NM

Average pressure in November - Taos, NM
  • 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 April (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in November
Taos, NM

Average wind speed in November - Taos, NM
  • Average wind speed in November: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in November
Taos, NM

Average humidity in November - Taos, NM
  • Average humidity in November: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

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Average rainfall in November
Taos, NM

Average rainfall in November - Taos, NM
  • Average rainfall in November: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in November
Taos, NM

Average rainfall days in November - Taos, NM
  • Average rainfall days in November: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.4 days).

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Average snowfall in November
Taos, NM

Average snowfall in November - Taos, NM
  • Average snowfall in November: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in November
Taos, NM

Average snowfall days in November - Taos, NM
  • Average snowfall days in November: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 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
Taos, NM

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Taos, NM
  • Average daylight in November: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in November
Taos, NM

Average sunshine days in November - Taos, NM
  • Average sunshine days in November: 25.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in November
Taos, NM

Average UV index in November - Taos, NM
  • Average UV index in November: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in November
Taos, NM

Average cloud cover in November - Taos, NM
  • Average cloud cover in November: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in November
Taos, NM

Average visibility in November - Taos, NM
  • Average visibility in November: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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