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Des Plaines Weather in November

November in Des Plaines brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 10°C (50°F) and nights around 0°C (32°F). Expect around 57 mm (2.2 in) of rainfall during the month.

Rainfall in Des Plaines in November

Expect around 8 days of rain based on historical data, with 57 mm (2.2 in) average. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Des Plaines in November

November in Des Plaines brings low temperatures, with highs of 10°C (50°F) and nights around 0°C (32°F). Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 0°C (32°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Des Plaines in November

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 112 hours of sunlight expected. This means a decent mix of sun and overcast.

Wind Speed in Des Plaines in November

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in November. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, November may not be the ideal month to visit Des Plaines. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Des Plaines Temperature in November

Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
27%
Precipitation
57 mm (2.2 in)
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
72% *
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots) *
Sunshine
112 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
38% *
* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (6 KM, 4 Miles).

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Best Places in the United States of America in November

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Des Plaines in November

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Des Plaines in November. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Des Plaines in November

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

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

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