November weather forecast
Harrisburg, SD

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Weather in November

The city of Harrisburg experiences a sizable drop in temperature in November. This, along with the shift from rainfall to snowfall, signals the onset of winter. This month is characterized by cooler temperatures and shorter daylight hours, along with an increase in relative humidity. The changing weather brings forth a change in the cityscape as the snow begins to powder the natural scenery.

Temperature

The arrival of November signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C) in October to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Harrisburg records an average nighttime low of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in November.

Humidity

In November, the average relative humidity in Harrisburg is 70%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January, February and November Rain falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In November, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout November, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. In Harrisburg, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.5 days and aggregates up to 16.77" (426mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in November in Harrisburg, South Dakota, is 9h and 42min.
On the first day of November, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:52 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 in Harrisburg is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Harrisburg are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during November leads to these instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Harrisburg in November?

During November, Harrisburg experiences an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in November in Harrisburg?

In Harrisburg, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in November is 70%.

What is the driest month in Harrisburg?

The months with the least rainfall in Harrisburg are January, February and November Rain falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in November in Harrisburg?

In Harrisburg, in November, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Harrisburg in November?

In Harrisburg, in November, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

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

In November, the average day length in Harrisburg is 9h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in November in Harrisburg?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, in Harrisburg, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in November in Harrisburg?

In Harrisburg, the average sunshine duration in November is 5.7h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Harrisburg, South Dakota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in November in Harrisburg?

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

Average temperature in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average high temperature in November: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average pressure in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average pressure in November: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average wind speed in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average wind speed in November: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average humidity in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average humidity in November: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in November
Harrisburg, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average rainfall days in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average rainfall days in November: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average snowfall in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average snowfall in November: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average snowfall days in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average snowfall days in November: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.9 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
Harrisburg, SD

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average daylight in November: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average sunshine days in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average sunshine days in November: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average UV index in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average UV index in November: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average cloud cover in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • Average cloud cover in November: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in November
Harrisburg, SD

Average visibility in November - Harrisburg, SD
  • 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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