Kobuk Valley · November · Alaska
Kobuk Valley National Park in November
November is the off-season at Kobuk Valley National Park. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 5°F and lows -4°F, with about 1.74 inches of rain.
November is rated poor at Kobuk Valley. Consider Aug–Sep instead.
What to expect
Honest take: November is not the month for Kobuk Valley. Late August and September bring the caribou migration across the Kobuk River at Onion Portage.
Kobuk Valley is among the least-visited parks. Air taxis from Kotzebue are the way in.
Good to know
- Best months overall: Aug–Sep.
- Closest airport: Kotzebue (OTZ), then a bush flight.
- Before you go: No roads. Access is by air taxi only. Check current conditions on nps.gov.
Questions
Is November a good time to visit Kobuk Valley National Park?
November is the off-season at Kobuk Valley National Park. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 5°F and lows -4°F, with about 1.74 inches of rain.
What is the weather like in Kobuk Valley National Park in November?
Highs average 5°F and lows -4°F, with about 1.74 inches of rain. Conditions are poor this month, so check the month-by-month ratings before you commit.
How crowded is Kobuk Valley National Park in November?
November is one of the quietest months at Kobuk Valley National Park.