Bryce Canyon in November: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack

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November is a solid shoulder-season month to visit Bryce Canyon National Park: crowds run 24% of the June peak (80,315 average visits), days average 46°F with 10.2 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.

Crowds in November

Bryce Canyon averages 80,315 recreation visits in November — 24% of what June, the peak month, draws. Plan lodging and entries with that in mind — this is genuine quiet-season territory.

Weather & daylight

Expect cool days (highs average 46°F), and nights drop below freezing (lows average 23°F). It is typically dry (1.3″ of precipitation). Normal snowfall is 10″ — expect snow on the ground. Mid-month daylight runs 10.2 hours.

NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station BRYCE CANYON NP HQRS, UT US (0 mi from park coordinates, 7,890 ft elevation) — conditions vary inside the park, especially with elevation. Daylight computed for the 15th of November.

What to pack for Bryce Canyon in November

Computed from the month's weather normals above — not a generic list.

• Insulated jacket, beanie and gloves — nights average 23°F, below freezing
• Traction devices (microspikes) and gaiters — 10″ normal snowfall
• Headlamp — only 10.2 hours of daylight in mid-November
• Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — every park, every month

Looking for a better window? The computed best months for Bryce Canyon are March and April.

Common questions

See also: the best national parks to visit in November · Last verified 2026-07-16