November weather forecast
Denali National Park and Preserve, AK

In November, the weather in Denali National Park and Preserve takes a polar turn. A drastic dip in high temperatures from 25°F (-3.9°C) in October to 10°F (-12.2°C) in November is evident as winter approaches. The shortening daylight hours, falling to 6.8, further reinforce the onset of Alaskan winter. Despite a slight increase in rainfall, November is marked by dropping temperatures and significant reduction in sunlight. Thus, it is a pivotal month showcasing the transition from fall to winter.

Temperature

As Denali National Park and Preserve, Alaska, transitions into November, a marked decrease in the average high-temperature is observed, dropping from a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C) in October to a frigid cold 10.4°F (-12°C). Throughout the month of November, Denali National Park and Preserve observes an average nighttime temperature of -5.8°F (-21°C).

Rainfall

In Denali National Park and Preserve, during November, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145 rainfall days, and 16.85" (428mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Denali National Park and Preserve, the average length of the day in November is 6h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:45 am and sunset at 5:51 pm AKDT. On the last day of November, in Denali National Park and Preserve, sunrise is at 10:09 am and sunset at 3:37 pm AKST.
Note: On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from AKDT to AKST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from AKST to AKDT.

Sunshine

January, November and December, with an average of 2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Denali National Park and Preserve.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Denali National Park and Preserve are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 0 in November leads to these recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.