November weather forecast
South Dakota, USA

As November rolls into South Dakota, the landscapes shift from the colorful tapestry of autumn to the stark and often snow-draped scenes of early winter. Daytime temperatures tend to hover between 40°F (4.4°C) and 50°F (10°C), while nighttime sees a sharper drop, often plummeting to between 20°F (-6.7°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C). The first consistent frost patterns emerge, and it's not uncommon for various regions of the state to witness their inaugural snowfall.

The Black Hills, renowned for their microclimate, are among the first to be graced by significant snowfall. With their altitudinal advantage, temperatures here often lie on the colder end of the spectrum, especially during the nights, further emphasizing the onset of winter.

November’s precipitation is characterized more by snowflakes than raindrops, especially as the month progresses. The frequency of rainfall diminishes, giving way to snow showers that set the tone for the upcoming winter months.

When contrasted with October, November's ambiance is noticeably colder and quieter. The once rustling leaves are now silent under the weight of snow, and the state begins its preparation for the heart of winter.

The transition throughout November in South Dakota is a journey from the last remnants of fall to the undeniable embrace of winter. The days grow shorter, nights longer, and by the month's end, the state is cloaked in a wintry blanket, readying itself for the deeper cold of December and the festive season ahead.

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• Sioux Falls - November »
  January, February and November are months with the least rain in Sioux Falls when the rain falls for 4.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of rain. In Sioux Falls in November, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Rapid City - November »
  January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rapid City, South Dakota. On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Rapid City, and the time zone changes from MDT to MST.
• Aberdeen - November »
  In Aberdeen in November, during 5.1 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Aberdeen in November, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Brookings - November »
  The month with the least rainfall in Brookings is November, when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically collects 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. In Brookings, in November, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.
• Watertown - November »
  On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Watertown, South Dakota, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. In Watertown in November, during 7.1 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Mitchell - November »
  February and November are months with the least rain in Mitchell when the rain falls for 3.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of rain. February and November are months with the least rain in Mitchell when the rain falls for 3.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of rain.
• Yankton - November »
  On the first day of November in Yankton sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT. November in Yankton heralds the arrival of winter, with below-freezing temperatures and chances of early snowfall.
• Pierre - November »
  In Pierre in November, during 3.5 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated. On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Pierre, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST.
• Huron - November »
  On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Huron, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. In Huron, in November, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.
• Spearfish - November »
  On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Spearfish and the time zone changes from MDT to MST. In Spearfish, in November, during 6.5 snowfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Vermillion - November »
  On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Vermillion, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. In Vermillion, during November, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.
• Brandon - November »
  In Brandon in November, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Brandon's weather experiences a significant temperature drop with the arrival of November, falling from a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C) in October to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C).