Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Grand Canyon in November
Grand Canyon cools off: highs slip to 63°F (17°C), from 76°F in October, with lows of 39°F (4°C) and about 0.8 in (20 mm) of rain.
At 95/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 63°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 39°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 0.8 in (20 mm)
- Humidity
- 49%
- Cloud cover
- 39%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 95/100 · Great
What November feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 63°F (17°C), good for long walks.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 14°C (24°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.8 in (20 mm) of rain.
Plan around November
November is one of Grand Canyon's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by December, the score drops to 71/100.
- Comfort slips from 99/100 in October to 95/100.
- Our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends Mar – May, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 39°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Grand Canyon in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Arizona Steakhouse
Southwestern steakhouse at Bright Angel Lodge with big canyon windows.
Why now November scores 95/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Mather Point
First big overlook, a short walk from the main visitor center.
Why now Highs near 63°F and 0.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Rim Trail
Mostly paved path linking overlooks from Yavapai Point toward Hermits Rest.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
El Tovar Dining Room
Historic 1905 lodge dining room steps from the rim.
Bright Angel Trail
Classic switchback trail below the rim; turn around at the 1.5- or 3-mile resthouse.
Nearby in November
- Sedona in November~88 mi · highs 62°F, 1.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Zion in November~97 mi · highs 52°F, 0.9 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Bryce Canyon in November~103 mi · highs 44°F, 0.7 in rain or snow · 11°C (20°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Capitol Reef in November~158 mi · highs 52°F, 0.7 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,837 m to Grand Canyon's ~1,015 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.
Grand Canyon in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Grand Canyon?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 95/100. Expect highs of 63°F (17°C) and 0.8 in (20 mm) of rain. Our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends Mar – May, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Grand Canyon in November?
Average highs are 63°F (17°C) and average lows 39°F (4°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Grand Canyon in November?
Not much: about 0.8 in (20 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 12.4 in (314 mm).
What should I pack for Grand Canyon in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 39°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Planning Grand Canyon in November?
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