Bryce Canyon in November: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack
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November is a quiet month with trade-offs at Bryce Canyon National Park: crowds run 24% of the June peak (80,315 average visits). Weather: highs average 46°F and lows 23°F, with 1.3″ of precipitation and 10.2 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.
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Bring for Bryce Canyon in November
- Insulated jacket, beanie and glovesSee it on AmazonWhy: nights average 23°F, below freezing.
- Traction devices (microspikes) and gaitersSee it on AmazonWhy: 10″ normal snowfall.
- HeadlampSee it on AmazonWhy: only 10.2 hours of daylight in mid-November.
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Bryce Canyon in November: what the park service says
By November, Bryce Canyon is in its quiet months: the park shuttle stopped on October 20 and Sunset Campground closed in October, leaving North Campground, which is open year-round. Entry needs no advance reservation. Winter snowstorms can close Bryce roads temporarily during and after a storm, the park says, so check current road conditions before you drive up to the rim. The park's long-term averages put November at a high of 45°F, a low of 23°F and about 10 inches of snow.
Source: NPS 1, NPS 2, checked 2026-11-05.
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 — crowds are thin by this park's standards.
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 (compare other options)
- Headlamp — only 10.2 hours of daylight in mid-November (compare other options)
- Insulated, waterproof boots — plus navigation and a basic first-aid kit — 10″ of snow is normal this month
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Looking for a better window? The computed best months for Bryce Canyon are March and April.
Also at their best in November
Other parks whose computed November verdict is a best window — same NPS × NOAA formula:
- Canyonlands in November — 35% of peak crowds, highs 55°F, score 72/100
- Mammoth Cave in November — 33% of peak crowds, highs 61°F, score 72/100
- New River Gorge in November — 33% of peak crowds, highs 54°F, score 72/100
- Petrified Forest in November — 45% of peak crowds, highs 58°F, score 72/100
Common questions
Is Bryce Canyon crowded in November?
No — November is one of the quieter months: 24% of the June peak, averaging 80,315 visits (NPS, 2021–2025). See every month at Bryce Canyon.
What is the weather like in Bryce Canyon in November?
Average highs of 46°F, lows of 23°F, 1.3″ of precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, BRYCE CANYON NP HQRS, UT US station). Compare it with other national parks in November.
What should I pack for Bryce Canyon in November?
Insulated jacket, beanie and gloves; Traction devices (microspikes) and gaiters; Headlamp — the full weather-computed list is on this page. Going in December instead? Bryce Canyon in December has its own list.
See also: the best national parks to visit in November · Last verified 2026-09-24