Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Aspen in November
Aspen cools off: highs slip to 41°F (5°C), from 54°F in October, with lows of 21°F (-6°C) and about 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain or snow.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 53/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 41°F (5°C)
- Avg low
- 21°F (-6°C)
- Rain or snow
- 1.7 in (42 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 49 min
- Comfort score
- 53/100 · Fair
What November feels like
Cool days top out near 41°F (5°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 21°F (-6°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 1.7 in (42 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because the average temperature is below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are June – September.
- Freezing nights return: average lows drop to 21°F.
- Snow becomes likely from November, so check road and trail conditions.
- Comfort slips from 75/100 in October to 53/100.
- Our Colorado Rockies route recommends Jun – Sep, so November falls outside its suggested window.
- Our Breckenridge, Vail & Aspen route recommends Dec – Mar, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 41°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 21°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Aspen in November
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
White House Tavern
Small tavern in an 1883 miner's cottage, known for crispy chicken sandwiches.
J-Bar at Hotel Jerome
Classic 1889 hotel bar, home of the Aspen Crud bourbon milkshake.
Aspen Highlands
Ski area west of town known for Highland Bowl, a steep bowl reached by a hike along the ridge from the top lift.
Aspen Mountain
Ski mountain rising straight from downtown Aspen, reached by the Silver Queen Gondola, with no beginner runs.
Cloud Nine Alpine Bistro
Mountain hut on Aspen Highlands serving fondue and raclette, known for its lively afternoon lunch seating.
Aspen Art Museum
Free contemporary art museum with a rooftop cafe and mountain views.
Nearby in November
- Vail in November~39 mi · highs 39°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Breckenridge in November~46 mi · highs 34°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Rocky Mountain NP in November~100 mi · highs 35°F, 1.4 in rain or snow · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Denver in November~105 mi · highs 55°F, 0.7 in rain · 8°C (14°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~3,268 m to Aspen's ~2,405 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Aspen in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Aspen?
It's middling, scoring 53/100. The best months are June – September, at up to 95. Expect highs of 41°F (5°C) and 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain or snow. Our Colorado Rockies route recommends Jun – Sep, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Aspen in November?
Average highs are 41°F (5°C) and average lows 21°F (-6°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Aspen in November?
Not much: about 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain or snow falls across November on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 20.7 in (527 mm).
What should I pack for Aspen in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 41°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 21°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Aspen in November?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.