Zion in November: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack
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November is one of the best months of the year to visit Zion National Park: crowds run 50% of the June peak (301,264 average visits), days average 64°F with 10.2 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.
Crowds in November
Zion averages 301,264 recreation visits in November — 50% of what June, the peak month, draws. Trailheads and parking fill accordingly.
Weather & daylight
Days are mild (highs average 64°F), and mornings are chilly (lows average 37°F). It is typically dry (1.2″ of precipitation). Mid-month daylight runs 10.2 hours.
NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station ZION NP, UT US (1 mi from park coordinates, 4,038 ft elevation) — conditions vary inside the park, especially with elevation. Daylight computed for the 15th of November.
What to pack for Zion in November
Computed from the month's weather normals above — not a generic list.
- Warm mid-layer (fleece or light puffy) — mornings average 37°F
- 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
Common questions
Is Zion crowded in November?
Moderately: November runs 50% of the June peak, averaging 301,264 visits (NPS, 2021–2025).
What is the weather like in Zion in November?
Average highs of 64°F, lows of 37°F, 1.2″ of precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, ZION NP, UT US station).
What should I pack for Zion in November?
Warm mid-layer (fleece or light puffy); Headlamp; Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — the full weather-computed list is on this page.
See also: the best national parks to visit in November · Last verified 2026-07-16