November leaves North Texas with record-breaking warmth

As November 30, 2024, arrives, North Texas experiences typical seasonal weather, marking the end of a remarkable month characterized by unseasonably high temperatures. This month has recorded a high temperature of 61 degrees, a figure that aligns with the seasonal average for this time of year, but overall, the month is noted for its warmth. Throughout November, 22 out of 30 days logged above-average temperatures, while only four days fell below this range, indicating a trend that contributes to this month being one of the hottest on record in the area. High pressure moving south-westward is credited for the persistently pleasant conditions that have allowed residents to enjoy outdoor activities comfortably. The forecast for the day suggests mostly sunny skies with only some high-level cloud cover expected to clear later in the day. These favorable conditions coincide with the Lone Star Showdown event, where football fans are expected to gather in College Station, taking advantage of the mild weather. Despite the recent dip in temperatures below freezing in the early morning hours, a shift in surface winds signals that warmer weather is on the horizon, creating the perfect ambiance for sports enthusiasts. Looking ahead to the upcoming week, the warm weather is predicted to hold, with a slight possibility of scattered showers on Tuesday night into Wednesday due to a weak upper disturbance. A backdoor cold front is anticipated to approach the region later in the week but is not expected to result in significant changes to the pleasant weather so far. Overall, November's exceptional warmth and minimal chances of significant weather are a welcome return from the earlier cool temperatures of late fall, and this month stands out in the record-keeping as remarkably mild compared to previous years.