November weather forecast
Yellowknife, Canada

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Purple and blue colors of a scenic aurora borealis seen in the hilly region of Yellowknife in Canada
Purple and blue colors of a scenic aurora borealis seen in the hilly region of Yellowknife in Canada

Weather in November

November in Yellowknife is the precursor to the harsh winter months but brings an allure of its own. A sharp decline in temperature is observed, with the highest average plummeting to -9.4°C (15.1°F). The changing weather patterns also see an increased snowfall marking the arrival of winter. However, the relatively fewer daylight hours and dipping temperatures hold their own beauty. Despite the chilly conditions, the snow-covered landscapes offer an inviting view.

Temperature

A clear decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during November, decreasing from an icy 1.3°C (34.3°F) in October to a subzero cold -9.4°C (15.1°F). Yellowknife's average nighttime temperature in November modestly descends to an extreme cold -13.6°C (7.5°F).

Humidity

In November, the average relative humidity is 93%.

Rainfall

In November, the rain falls for 0.6 days. Throughout November, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 70.2 rainfall days, and 207mm (8.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Yellowknife are January through May, September through December. November is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 20.3 days and accumulates 114mm (4.49") of snow.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day in Yellowknife, Canada, is 6h and 58min.
On the first day of November in Yellowknife, Canada, sunrise is at 9:13 am and sunset at 5:28 pm MDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:34 am and sunset at 3:18 pm MST.
Note: On Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from MDT to MST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 09. March 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MST to MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in November in Yellowknife is 1.8h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Yellowknife. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In November, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Yellowknife in November?

In Yellowknife, -9.4°C (15.1°F) is the average high-temperature and -13.6°C (7.5°F) is the average low-temperature during November.

What is the average humidity in November in Yellowknife?

In Yellowknife, Canada, the average relative humidity in November is 93%.

How many days does it rain in November in Yellowknife?

In Yellowknife, during November, the rain falls for 0.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Yellowknife?

The month with the most snowfall is November, when snow falls for 20.3 days and typically aggregates up to 114mm (4.49") of snow.

How many days does it snow in November in Yellowknife?

In Yellowknife, Canada, in November, during 20.3 snowfall days, 114mm (4.49") of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Yellowknife have in November?

The average day length in November is 6h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in November in Yellowknife?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:13 am and sunset at 5:28 pm MDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:34 am and sunset at 3:18 pm MST.

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

On Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Yellowknife, and the time zone changes from MDT to MST. The next DST starts on Sunday, 09. March 2025, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in November in Yellowknife?

In November, the average sunshine duration in Yellowknife is 1.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Yellowknife?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in November in Yellowknife?

The average daily maximum UV index in November in Yellowknife, Canada, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in November
Yellowknife, Canada

Average temperature in November - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average high temperature in November: -9.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-18.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in November: -13.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-25.2°C).

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Average pressure in November
Yellowknife, Canada

Average pressure in November - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average pressure in November: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1009.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in November
Yellowknife, Canada

Average wind speed in November - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average wind speed in November: 14.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (14.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (12.2km/h).

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Average humidity in November
Yellowknife, Canada

Average humidity in November - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average humidity in November: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (98%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

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Average rainfall in November
Yellowknife, Canada

Average rainfall in November - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average rainfall in November: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (41mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (4mm).

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Average rainfall days in November
Yellowknife, Canada

Average rainfall days in November - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in November: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.3 days).

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Average snowfall in November
Yellowknife, Canada

Average snowfall in November - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average snowfall in November: 114mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (114mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in November
Yellowknife, Canada

Average snowfall days in November - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in November: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Yellowknife, Canada

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average daylight in November: 7h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 1h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in November
Yellowknife, Canada

Average sunshine days in November - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in November: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in November
Yellowknife, Canada

Average UV index in November - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average UV index in November: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in November
Yellowknife, Canada

Average cloud cover in November - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in November: 82

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 87).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in November
Yellowknife, Canada

Average visibility in November - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average visibility in November: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5km).

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