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Great Basin National Park in November

November is a fair month for Great Basin National Park, with some limitations. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 44°F and lows 28°F, with about 0.97 inches of rain.

November is rated fair at Great Basin. Consider Jul–Sep instead.

Full park guideAll parks in November
RatingFair
CrowdsQuiet
Avg high / low44°F / 28°F
Rain0.97 in

What to expect

Honest take: November is not the month for Great Basin. Aspens turn gold in late September and the stargazing is superb. The park's astronomy festival is usually held in September.

Local tip

Great Basin is remote, on 'The Loneliest Road in America' (US-50). Plan meals and fuel carefully.

Good to know

  • Best months overall: Jul–Sep.
  • Closest airport: Salt Lake City (SLC), about 4 hours.
  • Before you go: Lehman Caves tours are by ticket and often sell out in summer. Check current conditions on nps.gov.

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Questions

Is November a good time to visit Great Basin National Park?

November is a fair month for Great Basin National Park, with some limitations. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 44°F and lows 28°F, with about 0.97 inches of rain.

What is the weather like in Great Basin National Park in November?

Highs average 44°F and lows 28°F, with about 0.97 inches of rain. Conditions are fair this month, so check the month-by-month ratings before you commit.

How crowded is Great Basin National Park in November?

November is one of the quietest months at Great Basin National Park.