November weather forecast
Santa Cruz del Sur, Cuba

November signals a marked shift in the weather of Santa Cruz del Sur, with the advent of the dry season. The rainfall drops from 111mm (4.37") in October to a mere 30mm (1.18") in November. The weather is appreciably cooler, and the abundance of clear, sunny days provides ideal conditions for sightseeing and exploring the natural landscapes of the region. Cuban winter, starting hence, ushers in a season of festivities and cultural events, making this a great time to immerse in the city's vibrant culture.

Temperature

November in Santa Cruz del Sur observes an average high-temperature of a warm 28.5°C (83.3°F), marking an insignificant difference from October's 30.4°C (86.7°F). November in Santa Cruz del Sur, Cuba, generally records an average low-temperature of 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for November is evaluated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In November, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In November, in Santa Cruz del Sur, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout November, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is accumulated. In Santa Cruz del Sur, Cuba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 211.1 days and collects up to 820mm (32.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Santa Cruz del Sur, the average length of the day in November is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of November in Santa Cruz del Sur, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 18:36 CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 17:30 CST.
Note: On Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 01:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 09. March 2025, at 00:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CST to CDT.

Sunshine

In November, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during November, leads to the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.