Springfield Weather in November (1981–2025)

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November at a Glance in Springfield

(1981–2025)
Avg High
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10.9°C
Avg Low
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0.3°C
Avg Temp
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5.6°C
Avg Rain
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78 mm
Avg Humidity
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77%
Avg Wind
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3.5 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
2.2
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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-5.8°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons🥶Freezing mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌧️Wet month💨Breezy💦Humid air

Springfield November Weather Overview

November is one of the cooler months of the year in Springfield, with average highs near 10.9°C and lows around 0.3°C (mean 5.6°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 78 mm of rainfall and 77% relative humidity across the period.

Springfield November Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

November is one of the cooler months of the year in Springfield. Across 45 years of records, the warmest November in Springfield was 2001 — when the month averaged 9.6°C — while the coldest was 2014 at 1.4°C. Typical November days reach 10.9°C with nights near 0.3°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.3°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp5.5°C→6.5°C+1°C
Max Temp10.6°C→12.0°C+1.4°C
Min Temp0.4°C→1.0°C+0.6°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

1.0°C–3.3°C8 yr (18%)
3.3°C–5.5°C13 yr (29%)
5.5°C–7.8°C17 yr (38%)
7.8°C–10.0°C7 yr (16%)

Springfield November Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

November is about average for rainfall in Springfield, averaging 78 mm of rainfall. The wettest November on record was 1985 with 203 mm, while the driest was 1999 at 12 mm.

Springfield November Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Springfield during November averages 77%. The most humid November was 1993 at 88%, and the least humid was 1999 at 66%.

Springfield November Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

November receives about 2.2 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Springfield. The sunniest November was 2023 at 2.8 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1992 at 1.1.

Springfield November Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Springfield during November is 3.5 m/s. The windiest November was 2011 at 4.2 m/s, while the calmest was 2012 at 2.7 m/s.

What November Feels Like in Springfield

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

How November Ranks in Springfield

🥶5th coolest month of the year
🌵6th driest month of the year
☀️10th sunniest month of the year

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

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Springfield November Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp5.2°C5.0°C6.3°C5.1°C6.8°C+1.6°C
Avg High10.5°C10.1°C11.4°C10.5°C12.4°C+1.9°C
Avg Low0.0°C-0.2°C1.1°C-0.2°C1.2°C+1.2°C
Avg Rain100 mm86 mm75 mm64 mm58 mm-43 mm

Extreme November Records in Springfield

🔥Warmest November26.2°C2016
🧊Coldest November-14.2°C1991
🌧️Wettest November203 mm1985
🏜️Driest November12 mm1999
🌬️Windiest November4.2 m/s2011

Key Insights for November

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November temperatures in Springfield have risen by about 1°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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November has ranged from a record low of -14.2°C (1991) to a record high of 26.2°C (2016).

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Rainfall in November is about average for rainfall, averaging 78 mm, with a wettest year of 203 mm.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Springfield?

A good time to visit Springfield

November is a good time to visit Springfield, with days averaging 10.9°C and nights around 0.3°C (mean 5.6°C, cooler than Springfield's yearly average) and moderate rainfall. June and September are marginally more temperate, but November still suits most travellers.

See Springfield'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 →

Springfield Weather in November — In Depth

☀️ November climate overview

November is one of the cooler months of the year in Springfield, with average highs near 10.9°C and lows around 0.3°C (mean 5.6°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 78 mm of rainfall and 77% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in November

November averages 78 mm of rainfall in Springfield, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest November on record saw 203 mm (1985), and the driest just 12 mm (1999). Humidity sits around 77% and average wind speed is 3.5 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 2.2 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°C. Daytime highs moved from 10.6°C to 12°C and overnight lows from 0.4°C to 1°C over the same span.
November Weather in Springfield, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202512.5°C6.9°C1.3°C24.8°C-8.6°C55 mm69%3.3 m/s2.4
202412.8°C7.9°C3.1°C22.0°C-6.1°C136 mm78%3.5 m/s2
202312.6°C6.6°C0.7°C24.8°C-9.3°C25 mm71%2.9 m/s2.8
202211.4°C6.0°C0.6°C25.4°C-7.8°C50 mm72%3.6 m/s2.6
202110.6°C4.9°C-0.8°C20.4°C-7.3°C18 mm74%3.3 m/s2.5
202014.5°C8.3°C2.1°C24.5°C-5.4°C62 mm72%3.8 m/s2.4
20197.6°C2.6°C-2.5°C16.1°C-11.9°C50 mm81%3.2 m/s2.3
20186.3°C2.1°C-2.1°C13.8°C-8.5°C64 mm82%3.2 m/s1.9
201711.9°C5.8°C-0.3°C22.8°C-6.4°C45 mm72%3.4 m/s2.3
201614.2°C8.7°C3.3°C26.2°C-5.3°C67 mm77%3.1 m/s2.4
201514.0°C8.3°C2.6°C23.6°C-9.8°C111 mm74%3.9 m/s2.3
2014 ❄️6.3°C1.4°C-3.5°C18.8°C-12.3°C48 mm77%3.9 m/s2.1
20139.1°C3.7°C-1.6°C22.5°C-11.2°C46 mm74%3.7 m/s2.3
201210.8°C5.0°C-0.9°C22.7°C-6.7°C31 mm78%2.7 m/s2.5
201113.1°C7.8°C2.5°C23.0°C-6.3°C103 mm75%4.2 m/s2
201011.9°C6.0°C0.1°C22.1°C-8.5°C71 mm75%3.5 m/s2.4
200912.5°C7.7°C2.9°C21.8°C-3.4°C95 mm87%3.3 m/s2.3
20089.0°C4.6°C0.1°C21.9°C-7.4°C29 mm79%3.4 m/s2.2
200711.5°C5.7°C-0.1°C21.2°C-6.4°C57 mm71%3.4 m/s2.6
200612.3°C6.9°C1.4°C23.1°C-5.9°C95 mm80%3.3 m/s2.1
200512.5°C6.8°C1.2°C23.7°C-8.5°C80 mm70%4.1 m/s2.4
200411.8°C7.0°C2.1°C22.2°C-11.5°C128 mm83%3.2 m/s1.9
200312.8°C7.2°C1.6°C26.1°C-6.4°C107 mm78%3.6 m/s2
20029.0°C4.1°C-0.9°C18.3°C-7.1°C20 mm77%3.4 m/s2.3
2001 🔥15.2°C9.6°C3.9°C22.1°C-3.9°C59 mm78%3.3 m/s2.5
20007.8°C3.1°C-1.5°C25.9°C-9.8°C82 mm77%3.4 m/s2.1
199915.8°C9.2°C2.6°C25.5°C-5.2°C12 mm66%3.2 m/s2.7
199812.8°C7.4°C1.9°C20.3°C-4.5°C64 mm78%3.6 m/s2.2
19978.5°C3.9°C-0.7°C20.1°C-6.8°C98 mm79%3.1 m/s1.9
19966.2°C1.5°C-3.1°C18.4°C-11.8°C86 mm75%3.3 m/s2
19957.9°C2.1°C-3.7°C18.8°C-12.8°C47 mm75%3.8 m/s2.4
199413.0°C7.5°C2.0°C21.5°C-5.4°C120 mm78%3.8 m/s2.2
19937.7°C3.4°C-0.9°C15.6°C-10.4°C90 mm88%3.3 m/s2
19928.1°C4.1°C0.2°C19.1°C-5.2°C175 mm86%3.3 m/s1.1
19917.7°C3.0°C-1.7°C21.5°C-14.2°C77 mm80%4 m/s1.9
199013.7°C7.7°C1.7°C22.9°C-5.5°C95 mm78%3.5 m/s2.4
198911.0°C5.0°C-1.0°C23.5°C-8.4°C28 mm68%3.9 m/s2.7
198811.4°C5.4°C-0.6°C19.4°C-6.6°C127 mm77%4.1 m/s2
198712.4°C7.1°C1.9°C25.7°C-6.3°C102 mm71%3.6 m/s2.1
19866.6°C2.1°C-2.4°C18.0°C-12.6°C68 mm84%2.9 m/s1.7
1985 🌧️10.0°C5.1°C0.3°C20.5°C-6.6°C203 mm85%3.4 m/s1.5
19849.4°C4.1°C-1.3°C19.7°C-6.8°C98 mm80%3.6 m/s2.2
198311.6°C6.5°C1.4°C21.9°C-5.9°C126 mm81%3.9 m/s—
198210.3°C5.4°C0.4°C21.5°C-9.0°C101 mm81%3.6 m/s—
198111.9°C6.4°C1.0°C21.3°C-6.3°C50 mm81%3 m/s—

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

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Springfield November Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Springfield in November?▼

The average high in November is around 10.9°C with lows near 0.3°C (mean 5.6°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Springfield in November?▼

November averages 78 mm of rainfall in Springfield, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 203 mm in 1985.

What was the hottest November on record in Springfield?▼

The hottest November reached 26.2°C in 2016. The coldest dipped to -14.2°C in 1991.

Has November in Springfield 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°C. Daytime highs moved from 10.6°C to 12°C and overnight lows from 0.4°C to 1°C over the same span.

Is November a good time to visit Springfield?▼

November is one of the cooler months of the year in Springfield and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 10.9°C daytime highs and 0.3°C at night.

Is November the coldest month in Springfield?▼

Not quite — November is the 5th coolest month in Springfield, averaging 5.6°C.

What should I pack for Springfield in November?▼

For November in Springfield, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 10.9°C and lows of 0.3°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Springfield humid in November?▼

Relative humidity in November averages 77% — quite humid.

How windy is Springfield in November?▼

Average wind speed in November is 3.5 m/s. The windiest November on record averaged 4.2 m/s (2011).

Which November had the most rainfall in Springfield?▼

The wettest November on record was 1985 with 203 mm. On average, November sees 78 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 Springfield 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.