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Des Moines weather in November (Washington State, United States of America)

How does the weather in Des Moines usually fare in November? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In November, the weather in Des Moines generally includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 11°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 4°C.

Precipitation

Des Moines in November usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 177 mm for the month. This month brings the peak rainfall of the year, with heavy showers. Be sure to have a poncho ready to manage the downpours. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 21 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 73 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, November may not be the ideal month to visit Des Moines. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Des Moines climate page with graphs.

 

Des Moines, monthly averages in November

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 69%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 177 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 73 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 25% *  
Data from: Seattle, the United States of America (5 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in November

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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