November weather forecast
Iowa, USA

November in Iowa acts as a harbinger of winter, with temperatures consistently dropping and the last remnants of autumn's hues fading. Daytime temperatures typically range between 40°F (4.4°C) and 50°F (10°C), signaling the need for warmer clothing. Nighttime brings a more profound chill, with temperatures often settling between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 40°F (4.4°C).

Rain showers that once dotted the state now transition towards snowfall, particularly in the northern and northwestern parts of Iowa. While these snow events in November are generally light, they mark the beginning of the winter season. The ground, once adorned with fallen leaves, starts to see occasional dustings of snow.

In comparison to October, November's climate is substantially colder and less predictable. The sun's presence diminishes, casting a pale light over shorter days. The once-vibrant fall colors are now mostly memories, replaced by the more muted tones of late autumn.

Regions such as Des Moines, centrally located in the state, might experience a mix of rain and snow events, reflective of the transitional nature of November. Statewide, this month stands as a bridge between the colorful spectacle of autumn and the serene, white expanses of winter. For many in Iowa, November is a time of preparation, both for the holiday season and the colder months ahead.

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• Des Moines - November »
  On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Des Moines and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. In Des Moines, Iowa, in November, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Cedar Rapids - November »
  On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Cedar Rapids, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. In Cedar Rapids, during November, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.
• Davenport - November »
  On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Davenport and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. In Davenport during November, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.
• Sioux City - November »
  On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Sioux City, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. In Sioux City, Iowa, in November, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Iowa City - November »
  On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Iowa City, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. In Iowa City, in November, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow.
• Waterloo - November »
  On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Waterloo, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. In Waterloo, in November, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.
• Ames - November »
  On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Ames, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. In Ames, in November, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow.
• West Des Moines - November »
  On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in West Des Moines, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. In West Des Moines, in November, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow.
• Council Bluffs - November »
  On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Council Bluffs and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. In Council Bluffs in November, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Dubuque - November »
  In Dubuque in November, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Dubuque during November, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.
• Ankeny - November »
  On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Ankeny, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. In Ankeny in November, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow.
• Urbandale - November »
  On Sunday, November 5.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Urbandale, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. In Urbandale, Iowa, in November, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.