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Breckenridge in November
Breckenridge cools off: highs slip to 34°F (1°C), from 47°F in October, with lows of 14°F (-10°C) and about 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain or snow.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 51/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 34°F (1°C)
- Avg low
- 14°F (-10°C)
- Rain or snow
- 1.7 in (42 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 47 min
- Comfort score
- 51/100 · Fair
What November feels like
It's cold: daytime highs average just 34°F (1°C), so build the days around warm stops.
Average lows of 14°F (-10°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are June – September.
- Comfort slips from 64/100 in October to 51/100.
- Our Breckenridge, Vail & Aspen route recommends Dec – Mar, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 14°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Breckenridge in November
With highs near 34°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Stephen C. West Ice Arena
Town ice arena with an indoor rink and an outdoor rink in winter, with public skate sessions and rentals.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 34°F.
Breckenridge Brewery
Brewpub at the south end of Main Street, open since 1990 and the original home of Breckenridge's beers.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 34°F.
Breckenridge Distillery
Craft distillery known for its bourbon, with a tasting room and restaurant on Airport Road.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Main Street
Main Street of Breckenridge's historic district, lined with restored 1880s storefronts, shops and restaurants.
Breckenridge Nordic Center
Groomed cross-country ski and snowshoe trails in the forest below Peak 8, with rentals and lessons.
Nearby in November
- Vail in November~20 mi · highs 39°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Aspen in November~46 mi · highs 41°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Denver in November~59 mi · highs 55°F, 0.7 in rain · 12°C (21°F) warmer by day, drier
- Rocky Mountain NP in November~62 mi · highs 35°F, 1.4 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~3,234 m to Breckenridge's ~2,964 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.
Breckenridge in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Breckenridge?
It's middling, scoring 51/100. The best months are June – September, at up to 95. Expect highs of 34°F (1°C) and 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain or snow. Our Breckenridge, Vail & Aspen route recommends Dec – Mar, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Breckenridge in November?
Average highs are 34°F (1°C) and average lows 14°F (-10°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Breckenridge 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 22.6 in (573 mm).
What should I pack for Breckenridge in November?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 14°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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