Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Banff in November
Banff cools off: highs slip to 30°F (-1°C), from 44°F in October, with lows of 15°F (-10°C) and about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 44/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 30°F (-1°C)
- Avg low
- 15°F (-10°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.4 in (60 mm)
- Humidity
- 95%
- Cloud cover
- 71%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 36 min
- Comfort score
- 44/100 · Tough
What November feels like
It's cold: daytime highs average just 30°F (-1°C), so build the days around warm stops.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 15°F (-10°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 2.4 in (60 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because the average temperature is below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Daylight is short, roughly 8 h 36 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around November
November is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are July & August.
- Comfort slips from 51/100 in October to 44/100.
- Our Banff & Jasper Loop recommends Jun – Sep, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 15°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 2.4 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Banff in November
With highs near 30°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Wild Flour Bakery
Banff bakery-café for breakfast sandwiches, pastries and coffee.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 30°F.
Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
Local art and mountain history museum on Bear Street.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 30°F.
Park Distillery
Banff's distillery restaurant with glacier-water spirits, cocktails and campfire-style cooking.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
The Grizzly House
Banff fondue restaurant since 1967, with hot-rock cooking and game meats.
Why now A cozy break on a 30°F day.
Bow Falls
Wide falls on the Bow River below the Fairmont Banff Springs, an easy walk from town.
Nearby in November
- Lake Louise in November~31 mi · highs 27°F, 3.5 in rain or snow · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Jasper in November~158 mi · highs 33°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Glacier National Park in November~185 mi · highs 30°F, 3.0 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,960 m to Banff's ~1,388 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.
Banff in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Banff?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 44/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are July & August. Expect highs of 30°F (-1°C) and 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain or snow. Our Banff & Jasper Loop recommends Jun – Sep, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Banff in November?
Average highs are 30°F (-1°C) and average lows 15°F (-10°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Banff in November?
Some: about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain or snow falls across November on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 30.9 in (785 mm).
What should I pack for Banff in November?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 15°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 2.4 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Banff in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.