Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Jackson in November
Jackson cools off: highs slip to 38°F (3°C), from 52°F in October, with lows of 20°F (-7°C) and about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain or snow.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 46/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 38°F (3°C)
- Avg low
- 20°F (-7°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.4 in (61 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 66%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 26 min
- Comfort score
- 46/100 · Fair
What November feels like
Real cold sets in, with afternoon highs around 38°F (3°C).
Average lows of 20°F (-7°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 26 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are June – September.
- Snow becomes likely from November, so check road and trail conditions.
- Comfort slips from 69/100 in October to 46/100.
- Our Grand Teton, Jackson & Yellowstone route recommends Mid-Dec – Mar, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 20°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 Jackson in November
Cold days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
National Museum of Wildlife Art
Museum of wildlife painting and sculpture built into a hillside directly across from the Elk Refuge.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 38°F.
Mangy Moose
Teton Village saloon and restaurant at the base of the tram, a Jackson Hole après-ski fixture since the 1960s.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 38°F.
Snow King Mountain
Jackson's town ski hill since 1939, rising straight from the edge of downtown, with night skiing.
Elk Refuge sleigh ride
Horse-drawn sleigh rides out among the wintering elk, leaving from the visitor center on North Cache Street.
Million Dollar Cowboy Bar
Western bar on Town Square with saddles for bar stools, live country music and a dance floor.
Nearby in November
- Grand Teton National Park in November~22 mi · highs 33°F, 3.0 in rain or snow · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Yellowstone National Park in November~67 mi · highs 28°F, 3.1 in rain or snow · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Yellowstone in November~79 mi · highs 28°F, 3.1 in rain or snow · 5°C (10°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Salt Lake City in November~196 mi · highs 49°F, 1.8 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,418 m to Jackson's ~1,883 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.
Jackson in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Jackson?
It's middling, scoring 46/100. The best months are June – September, at up to 96. Expect highs of 38°F (3°C) and 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain or snow. Our Grand Teton, Jackson & Yellowstone route recommends Mid-Dec – Mar, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Jackson in November?
Average highs are 38°F (3°C) and average lows 20°F (-7°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Jackson in November?
Some: about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain or snow falls across November on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 25.8 in (656 mm).
What should I pack for Jackson in November?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 20°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 Jackson in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.