November weather forecast
Alftanes, Iceland

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Weather in November

November sees the advent of winter with temperatures falling between 0.5°C (32.9°F) and 3.2°C (37.8°F). As the winter chill sets in, Alftanes, Iceland starts receiving intermittent snowfall, marking the onset of the festive season. While the daylight hours continue to reduce, the city lights up in seasonal decorations. The skyline, blanketed by clouds, occasionally gives way to stunning displays of polar lights.

Temperature

The shift from October to November coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to an icy 3.2°C (37.8°F) from a chilly 6.2°C (43.2°F). November is characterized by a steady nighttime low-temperature of 0.5°C (32.9°F).

Humidity

In Alftanes, the average relative humidity in November is 81%.

Rainfall

In November, in Alftanes, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout November, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated. In Alftanes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.2 days and collects up to 416mm (16.38") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Alftanes. In November, in Alftanes, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout November, 17mm (0.67") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 41.1 snowfall days, and 309mm (12.17") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Alftanes, Iceland, in November, the average water temperature is 6.9°C (44.4°F).
Note: Diving into 6.9°C (44.4°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.

Daylight

In Alftanes, Iceland, the average length of the day in November is 6h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:12 and sunset at 17:10. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 10:44 and sunset at 15:49 GMT.

Sunshine

In November, the average sunshine in Alftanes is 2.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during November leads to these instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Alftanes during November?

November temperatures in Alftanes vary between a high-temperature of 3.2°C (37.8°F) and a low-temperature of 0.5°C (32.9°F).

What is the average humidity in November in Alftanes?

In November, the average relative humidity in Alftanes, Iceland, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Alftanes in November?

In Alftanes, Iceland, in November, during 12 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in November in Alftanes?

In Alftanes, Iceland, in November, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 17mm (0.67") of snow.

How cold is the water in November in Alftanes?

In November, the average sea temperature in Alftanes, Iceland, is 6.9°C (44.4°F). Swimming in 6.9°C (44.4°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Alftanes have in November?

In November, the average day length in Alftanes, Iceland, is 6h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in November in Alftanes?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:12 and sunset at 17:10. On the last day of the month, in Alftanes, Iceland, sunrise is at 10:44 and sunset at 15:49 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in November in Alftanes?

The average sunshine duration in November in Alftanes, Iceland, is 2.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Alftanes?

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

How high is the UV index in November in Alftanes?

The average daily maximum UV index in November is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in November
Alftanes, Iceland

Average temperature in November - Alftanes, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in November: 3.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (13.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (1.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in November: 0.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-2.4°C).

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Average pressure in November
Alftanes, Iceland

Average pressure in November - Alftanes, Iceland
  • Average pressure in November: 1001.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (996.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in November
Alftanes, Iceland

Average wind speed in November - Alftanes, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in November: 22.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (24.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (14.9km/h).

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Average humidity in November
Alftanes, Iceland

Average humidity in November - Alftanes, Iceland
  • Average humidity in November: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and September (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

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Average rainfall in November
Alftanes, Iceland

Average rainfall in November - Alftanes, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in November: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (47mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (25mm).

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Average rainfall days in November
Alftanes, Iceland

Average rainfall days in November - Alftanes, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in November: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in November
Alftanes, Iceland

Average snowfall in November - Alftanes, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in November: 17mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (100mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in November
Alftanes, Iceland

Average snowfall days in November - Alftanes, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in November: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in November
Alftanes, Iceland

Average sea temperature in November - Alftanes, Iceland
  • Average sea temperature in November: 6.9°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.3°C).

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Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Alftanes, Iceland

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Alftanes, Iceland
  • Average daylight in November: 6h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in November
Alftanes, Iceland

Average sunshine days in November - Alftanes, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in November: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in November
Alftanes, Iceland

Average UV index in November - Alftanes, Iceland
  • Average UV index in November: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in November
Alftanes, Iceland

Average cloud cover in November - Alftanes, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in November: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and December (Cloud cover 60).

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Average visibility in November
Alftanes, Iceland

Average visibility in November - Alftanes, Iceland
  • Average visibility in November: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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