November sees a slight drop in temperatures and precipitation in the Northern Mariana Islands, with partly cloudy skies. The sunshine lasts for 6 hours a day as the rainy season is on its last legs. The average humidity drops below 80%, and the temperatures range between 75°F (23.9°C) to 83°F (28.3°C). Small farms begin to produce coconuts, melons, and breadfruit with the end of the wet season. Thunderstorms are frequent, and it is advisable to avoid afternoon excursions in the mountains. Gambling is a popular activity among tourists when diving and water activities are not feasible in the wet season. Wind speeds remain below 15mph (24.1km/h) except during typhoons and hurricanes when they frequently exceed 100mph (160.9km/h). Rain protection is mandatory as heavy downpours frequently occur, even though for short periods only. Tourist interest is lukewarm in the Northern Mariana Islands in November.