Chicago Heights Weather in November (1981–2025)

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November at a Glance in Chicago Heights

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
8.9°C
Avg Low
❄️
0.2°C
Avg Temp
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4.6°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
74 mm
Avg Humidity
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80%
Avg Wind
🌬️
3.8 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
1.9
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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-5.2°C
temp difference
❄️Cold afternoons🥶Freezing mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌧️Wet month💨Breezy💦Humid air

Chicago Heights November Weather Overview

November is one of the cooler months of the year in Chicago Heights, with average highs near 8.9°C and lows around 0.2°C (mean 4.6°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 74 mm of rainfall and 80% relative humidity across the period.

Chicago Heights November Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

November is one of the cooler months of the year in Chicago Heights. Across 45 years of records, the warmest November in Chicago Heights was 2001 — when the month averaged 8.5°C — while the coldest was 1995 at 0.2°C. Typical November days reach 8.9°C with nights near 0.2°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.4°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp4.5°C→5.7°C+1.2°C
Max Temp8.7°C→10.3°C+1.6°C
Min Temp0.2°C→1.1°C+0.9°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

0.0°C–2.3°C7 yr (16%)
2.3°C–4.5°C15 yr (33%)
4.5°C–6.8°C16 yr (36%)
6.8°C–9.0°C7 yr (16%)

Chicago Heights November Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

November is about average for rainfall in Chicago Heights, averaging 74 mm of rainfall. The wettest November on record was 1985 with 196 mm, while the driest was 1999 at 17 mm.

Chicago Heights November Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Chicago Heights during November averages 80%. The most humid November was 1993 at 88%, and the least humid was 1999 at 70%.

Chicago Heights November Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

November receives about 1.9 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Chicago Heights. The sunniest November was 2023 at 2.4 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1992 at 1.1.

Chicago Heights November Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Chicago Heights during November is 3.8 m/s. The windiest November was 2005 at 4.7 m/s, while the calmest was 2012 at 3 m/s.

What November Feels Like in Chicago Heights

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Freezing
Morning
🌞
Cold
Afternoon
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Cold
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★☆☆☆

How November Ranks in Chicago Heights

🥶5th coolest month of the year
🌵5th driest month of the year
☀️10th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Chicago Heights Weather by Month

Chicago Heights November Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp4.1°C3.7°C5.4°C4.3°C6.0°C+1.9°C
Avg High8.4°C8.0°C9.7°C8.7°C10.7°C+2.3°C
Avg Low-0.3°C-0.5°C1.2°C-0.1°C1.2°C+1.5°C
Avg Rain105 mm86 mm66 mm60 mm45 mm-61 mm

Extreme November Records in Chicago Heights

🔥Warmest November23.6°C1999
🧊Coldest November-15.6°C1995
🌧️Wettest November196 mm1985
🏜️Driest November17 mm1999
🌬️Windiest November4.7 m/s2005

Key Insights for November

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November temperatures in Chicago Heights have risen by about 1.2°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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November has ranged from a record low of -15.6°C (1995) to a record high of 23.6°C (1999).

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Rainfall in November is about average for rainfall, averaging 74 mm, with a wettest year of 196 mm.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Chicago Heights?

A good time to visit Chicago Heights

November is a good time to visit Chicago Heights, with days averaging 8.9°C and nights around 0.2°C (mean 4.6°C, cooler than Chicago Heights's yearly average) and moderate rainfall. August and July are marginally more temperate, but November still suits most travellers.

See Chicago Heights's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Chicago Heights Weather in November — In Depth

☀️ November climate overview

November is one of the cooler months of the year in Chicago Heights, with average highs near 8.9°C and lows around 0.2°C (mean 4.6°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 74 mm of rainfall and 80% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in November

November averages 74 mm of rainfall in Chicago Heights, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest November on record saw 196 mm (1985), and the driest just 17 mm (1999). Humidity sits around 80% and average wind speed is 3.8 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 1.9 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How November has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average November temperatures have risen by about 1.2°C. Daytime highs moved from 8.7°C to 10.3°C and overnight lows from 0.2°C to 1.1°C over the same span.
November Weather in Chicago Heights, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202510.1°C5.5°C1.0°C19.8°C-7.4°C57 mm73%3.8 m/s2
202411.8°C7.7°C3.6°C21.3°C-7.7°C83 mm78%3.8 m/s1.7
202310.6°C5.6°C0.6°C20.0°C-8.3°C23 mm75%3.5 m/s2.4
202210.3°C5.6°C0.8°C22.5°C-9.7°C32 mm73%4.1 m/s2.1
20218.6°C4.0°C-0.6°C17.9°C-6.4°C22 mm78%3.8 m/s2
202012.6°C7.3°C2.0°C23.3°C-4.2°C49 mm75%4.2 m/s2.2
20195.4°C1.4°C-2.6°C13.3°C-10.0°C36 mm85%3.5 m/s1.8
20184.6°C1.3°C-2.0°C12.4°C-9.0°C75 mm83%3.5 m/s1.5
20178.2°C3.9°C-0.4°C15.1°C-4.6°C68 mm81%3.6 m/s1.9
201612.5°C7.9°C3.3°C22.6°C-4.2°C70 mm82%3.5 m/s2.1
201512.5°C7.5°C2.4°C22.6°C-10.7°C76 mm77%4.3 m/s2.2
20145.0°C1.0°C-2.9°C16.8°C-11.0°C45 mm78%4.4 m/s1.7
20137.4°C3.0°C-1.5°C20.1°C-9.1°C61 mm79%4.3 m/s2
20129.4°C4.6°C-0.2°C20.6°C-5.6°C17 mm77%3 m/s2.2
201111.0°C6.7°C2.4°C19.4°C-4.6°C85 mm81%4.5 m/s1.8
201010.6°C5.5°C0.5°C20.4°C-6.9°C62 mm76%3.8 m/s2.1
200911.1°C6.9°C2.7°C20.0°C-2.9°C44 mm86%3.4 m/s2
20087.5°C3.9°C0.2°C20.6°C-6.8°C32 mm81%3.9 m/s1.9
20078.6°C4.3°C0.0°C18.0°C-6.3°C45 mm77%3.8 m/s2
20069.8°C5.8°C1.7°C18.6°C-5.1°C79 mm85%3.5 m/s1.7
200510.9°C5.9°C0.9°C20.8°C-7.6°C53 mm72%4.7 m/s2.1
200410.6°C6.5°C2.4°C18.6°C-5.3°C112 mm81%3.5 m/s1.8
200310.5°C6.1°C1.8°C21.0°C-5.7°C113 mm81%3.9 m/s1.7
20027.6°C3.5°C-0.6°C18.8°C-6.9°C42 mm79%3.8 m/s1.8
2001 🔥13.3°C8.5°C3.6°C19.6°C-1.8°C56 mm82%3.7 m/s2.1
20007.1°C3.1°C-0.8°C23.4°C-9.6°C80 mm80%3.8 m/s1.8
199913.3°C7.9°C2.6°C23.6°C-3.2°C17 mm70%3.6 m/s2.3
199810.9°C6.4°C1.9°C18.5°C-4.1°C45 mm79%4.1 m/s2
19976.5°C2.8°C-0.9°C14.5°C-7.9°C52 mm83%3.6 m/s1.7
19964.4°C0.8°C-2.8°C18.9°C-7.8°C65 mm80%3.5 m/s1.8
1995 ❄️4.5°C0.2°C-4.2°C18.4°C-15.6°C97 mm83%3.9 m/s1.8
199410.7°C6.0°C1.4°C17.8°C-5.0°C107 mm81%4.3 m/s1.8
19936.7°C2.8°C-1.0°C15.0°C-8.2°C80 mm88%3.7 m/s1.9
19926.1°C2.9°C-0.3°C15.5°C-4.7°C144 mm88%3.8 m/s1.1
19915.8°C1.6°C-2.7°C19.1°C-11.2°C90 mm83%4.3 m/s1.7
199010.8°C6.0°C1.1°C21.1°C-4.5°C168 mm81%4 m/s1.8
19897.6°C2.9°C-1.8°C20.2°C-9.3°C64 mm76%4.2 m/s1.8
19888.9°C4.3°C-0.2°C16.7°C-4.8°C145 mm84%4.3 m/s1.6
198710.1°C5.8°C1.4°C22.0°C-5.6°C68 mm78%4 m/s1.9
19865.2°C1.2°C-2.8°C14.2°C-13.0°C70 mm84%3.4 m/s1.8
1985 🌧️7.8°C4.1°C0.4°C18.4°C-8.3°C196 mm87%3.6 m/s1.2
19847.9°C3.4°C-1.1°C17.3°C-5.3°C89 mm79%4 m/s1.7
19839.7°C5.6°C1.4°C20.8°C-6.0°C112 mm81%4.3 m/s—
19828.4°C4.2°C0.0°C18.7°C-6.4°C134 mm82%3.9 m/s—
19819.7°C5.0°C0.2°C21.0°C-6.4°C71 mm82%3.1 m/s—

Actual recorded November data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Chicago Heights November Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Chicago Heights in November?▼

The average high in November is around 8.9°C with lows near 0.2°C (mean 4.6°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Chicago Heights in November?▼

November averages 74 mm of rainfall in Chicago Heights, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 196 mm in 1985.

What was the hottest November on record in Chicago Heights?▼

The hottest November reached 23.6°C in 1999. The coldest dipped to -15.6°C in 1995.

Has November in Chicago Heights gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average November temperatures have risen by about 1.2°C. Daytime highs moved from 8.7°C to 10.3°C and overnight lows from 0.2°C to 1.1°C over the same span.

Is November a good time to visit Chicago Heights?▼

November is one of the cooler months of the year in Chicago Heights and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 8.9°C daytime highs and 0.2°C at night.

Is November the coldest month in Chicago Heights?▼

Not quite — November is the 5th coolest month in Chicago Heights, averaging 4.6°C.

What should I pack for Chicago Heights in November?▼

For November in Chicago Heights, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 8.9°C and lows of 0.2°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Chicago Heights humid in November?▼

Relative humidity in November averages 80% — quite humid.

How windy is Chicago Heights in November?▼

Average wind speed in November is 3.8 m/s. The windiest November on record averaged 4.7 m/s (2005).

Which November had the most rainfall in Chicago Heights?▼

The wettest November on record was 1985 with 196 mm. On average, November sees 74 mm.

Where does this November weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Chicago Heights behaves each November, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for November specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.