Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Capitol Reef in November
Capitol Reef cools off: highs slip to 52°F (11°C), from 66°F in October, with lows of 30°F (-1°C) and about 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 74/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 52°F (11°C)
- Avg low
- 30°F (-1°C)
- Rain
- 0.7 in (18 mm)
- Humidity
- 54%
- Cloud cover
- 46%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 53 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What November feels like
It's cool, with highs near 52°F (11°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Average lows of 30°F (-1°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are April & May and September & October.
- Freezing nights return: average lows drop to 30°F.
- Comfort slips from 97/100 in October to 74/100.
- Our Utah Mighty Five route recommends Mar – May, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 52°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 30°F
- Shoes with gripfrost and ice are possible
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Capitol Reef in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Cassidy Arch Trail
Steep 3.4-mile round trip up to a large arch you can stand above.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best spring or fall.
Capitol Gorge Trail
Flat walk through a narrow canyon to the Pioneer Register and natural water tanks.
Why now November scores 74/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Capitol Reef Visitor Center
Orientation, trail maps and info on the Waterpocket Fold geology.
Why now Highs near 52°F and 0.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Hickman Bridge Trail
Two-mile round trip to a 133-ft natural bridge with views of Capitol Dome.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Scenic Drive
Paved road south along the Waterpocket Fold's cliffs; small entrance fee.
Nearby in November
- Bryce Canyon in November~70 mi · highs 44°F, 0.7 in rain or snow · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Canyonlands in November~75 mi · highs 52°F, 0.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Arches in November~95 mi · highs 54°F, 0.8 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Zion in November~118 mi · highs 52°F, 0.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,104 m to Capitol Reef's ~1,674 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.
Capitol Reef in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Capitol Reef?
It's middling, scoring 74/100. The best months are April & May and September & October, at up to 98. Expect highs of 52°F (11°C) and 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain. Our Utah Mighty Five route recommends Mar – May, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Capitol Reef in November?
Average highs are 52°F (11°C) and average lows 30°F (-1°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it rain a lot in Capitol Reef in November?
Not much: about 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 10.1 in (257 mm).
What should I pack for Capitol Reef in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 52°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 30°F), shoes with grip (frost and ice are possible) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Capitol Reef in November?
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