October is finally over, and now it is time to prepare for November weather. For the first few weeks, it will be very cloudy. However, precipitation is forecasted to be lower than usual, meaning there will only be a few days of rain. In contrast, temperatures are likely to be above normal for winter temperatures. With average temperatures ranging from the low 30s to the high 60s, students should consider bringing out light sweaters and coats.

With the downcast weather this month, going outside in November may not be the best idea. This may be disappointing for people with plans during Thanksgiving Break. Still, fortunately, there are a lot of indoor activities to choose from.

Holiday Shopping

Christmas is coming soon, meaning gift prices are going to start shooting up soon. While you have the chance, it is good to begin scouting for coupons, sales, and gift ideas for loved ones.

Thanksgiving Guest List

More than 300 million pounds of food are wasted yearly due to food waste from Thanksgiving. This value could easily be lowered by only preparing enough food for a predetermined number of people. Create a guest list and send invitations out early so that due preparations can be made.

Create Fall Décor

DIY is a fun pastime that can be enjoyed solo and with others. A wide variety of tutorials and how-to books can be found on the Internet. Whether it is a beginner’s first try or a professional’s masterpiece, there is a certain sense of pride that comes from seeing your handmade decorations around your home.

There are many other ways to combat the groggy weather this fall. For example, picking up a good book. Check out this list of fall reads for some ideas: https://tinyurl.com/ya9uh8ze

Helpful Resources

Climate Prediction Center: https://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/products/predictions/30day/

Weather Channel: https://weather.com/weather/tenday/l/Kennesaw+GA?canonicalCityId=940ee687cd4eb95b94239b99b90243436e28abd3b41bc3c7f267fdb90891fd33