Haleakalā in November: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack

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November is peak season — expect the year's biggest crowds at Haleakalā National Park: crowds run 82% of the July peak (67,163 average visits), days average 63°F with 11.2 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.

Crowds in November

Haleakalā averages 67,163 recreation visits in November — 82% of what July, the peak month, draws — the third-quietest month of the year. That crowd level sets the tone for parking, permits and lodging — book early and start days at dawn.

Weather & daylight

Days are pleasant (highs average 63°F), and nights stay mild (lows average 47°F). This is one of the wetter months (4.6″ of precipitation on average). Mid-month daylight runs 11.2 hours.

NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station HALEAKALA RS 338, HI US (7 mi from park coordinates, 6,962 ft elevation) — conditions vary inside the park, especially with elevation. Daylight computed for the 15th of November.

What to pack for Haleakalā in November

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

• Rain shell + pack cover — 4.6″ of precipitation is normal this month
• Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — every park, every month

Want quieter or kinder conditions? The computed best months for Haleakalā are April and August.

Common questions

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