November weather forecast
Kirkwall, United Kingdom

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Weather in November

November, the last month of the autumn in Kirkwall, is another chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 9.6°C (49.3°F) and 8.1°C (46.6°F).

Temperature

Kirkwall's shift into November sets the average high-temperature at a frosty 9.6°C (49.3°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from October's 11.5°C (52.7°F). Kirkwall documents a consistent average low-temperature of 8.1°C (46.6°F) at night during November.

Humidity

In Kirkwall, the average relative humidity in November is 76%.

Rainfall

In Kirkwall, during November, the rain falls for 22.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 54mm (2.13") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 233.4 rainfall days, and 572mm (22.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Kirkwall. November is the first month it typically snows in Kirkwall, United Kingdom. Throughout November, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow. Throughout the year, in Kirkwall, there are 4.8 snowfall days, and 23mm (0.91") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Kirkwall, in November, the average water temperature is 10.9°C (51.6°F).
Note: It is advised against swimming in 10.9°C (51.6°F) when it drops below 10°C (50°F). Such temperatures can cause extreme cold shock, leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day is 7h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 8:37 am and sunset at 3:23 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Kirkwall, the average sunshine in November is 3.8h.

UV index

In November, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In November, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in November in Kirkwall?

The average high-temperature, in November, in Kirkwall, is 9.6°C (49.3°F), while the average low-temperature is 8.1°C (46.6°F).

What is the average humidity in November in Kirkwall?

The average relative humidity in November in Kirkwall, United Kingdom, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in November in Kirkwall?

In Kirkwall, during November, the rain falls for 22.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 54mm (2.13") of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Kirkwall?

November is the first month it typically snows in Kirkwall, United Kingdom. Throughout November, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow.

What is the water temperature in November in Kirkwall?

In Kirkwall, United Kingdom, in November, the average water temperature is 10.9°C (51.6°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in November in Kirkwall?

In Kirkwall, the average day length in November is 7h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in November in Kirkwall?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kirkwall, sunrise is at 8:37 am and sunset at 3:23 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kirkwall have in November?

The average sunshine duration in November in Kirkwall, United Kingdom, is 3.8h.

What is the UV index reading in November in Kirkwall?

In November, the average daily maximum UV index in Kirkwall is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in November
Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Average temperature in November - Kirkwall, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in November: 9.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (14.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (7°C).

  • Average low temperature in November: 8.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.5°C).

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Average pressure in November
Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Average pressure in November - Kirkwall, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in November: 1004.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1003.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in November
Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in November - Kirkwall, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in November: 35.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (38.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (22.5km/h).

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Average humidity in November
Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Average humidity in November - Kirkwall, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in November: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (75%).

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Average rainfall in November
Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in November - Kirkwall, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in November: 54mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (30mm).

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Average rainfall days in November
Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in November - Kirkwall, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in November: 22.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (15.5 days).

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Average snowfall in November
Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in November - Kirkwall, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in November: 4mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in November
Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in November - Kirkwall, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in November: 0.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and March (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in November
Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in November - Kirkwall, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in November: 10.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.1°C).

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Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Kirkwall, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in November: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in November
Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in November - Kirkwall, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in November: 5.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (11.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.8 days).

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Average UV index in November
Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Average UV index in November - Kirkwall, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in November: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in November
Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in November - Kirkwall, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in November: 66

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 56).

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Average visibility in November
Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Average visibility in November - Kirkwall, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in November: 10km

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

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