November weather forecast
Amherst, SD

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Weather in November

The last month of the autumn, November, is also an icy month in Amherst, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.2°F (4°C) and min 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature is witnessed with the onset of November, reducing from a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) in October to a cold 39.2°F (4°C). Amherst observes an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) during November nights.

Humidity

In Amherst, the average relative humidity in November is 72%.

Rainfall

In Amherst, in November, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.5 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Amherst, in November, during 6.3 snowfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Amherst, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.5 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) of snow.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of November in Amherst, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.
Note: On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CST to CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in November is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in November transforms into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Amherst in November?

November temperatures in Amherst vary between a high-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in November in Amherst?

In Amherst, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in November is 72%.

How much does it rain in Amherst in November?

In November, in Amherst, South Dakota, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout November, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Amherst in November?

In Amherst, South Dakota, in November, during 6.3 snowfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Amherst have in November?

The average day length in November in Amherst is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in November in Amherst?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, in Amherst, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

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

On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Amherst, South Dakota, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. The next DST starts Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Amherst have in November?

In Amherst, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in November is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Amherst?

January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Amherst.

What is the UV index reading in November in Amherst?

In Amherst, the average daily maximum UV index in November is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in November
Amherst, SD

Average temperature in November - Amherst, SD
  • Average high temperature in November: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

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Average pressure in November
Amherst, SD

Average pressure in November - Amherst, SD
  • Average pressure in November: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in November
Amherst, SD

Average wind speed in November - Amherst, SD
  • Average wind speed in November: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in November
Amherst, SD

Average humidity in November - Amherst, SD
  • Average humidity in November: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).

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Average rainfall in November
Amherst, SD

Average rainfall in November - Amherst, SD
  • Average rainfall in November: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in November
Amherst, SD

Average rainfall days in November - Amherst, SD
  • Average rainfall days in November: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in November
Amherst, SD

Average snowfall in November - Amherst, SD
  • Average snowfall in November: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in November
Amherst, SD

Average snowfall days in November - Amherst, SD
  • Average snowfall days in November: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Amherst, SD

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Amherst, SD
  • Average daylight in November: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in November
Amherst, SD

Average sunshine days in November - Amherst, SD
  • Average sunshine days in November: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in November
Amherst, SD

Average UV index in November - Amherst, SD
  • Average UV index in November: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in November
Amherst, SD

Average cloud cover in November - Amherst, SD
  • Average cloud cover in November: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in November
Amherst, SD

Average visibility in November - Amherst, SD
  • Average visibility in November: 6mi

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

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