Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Lake Louise in November
Lake Louise cools off: highs slip to 27°F (-3°C), from 41°F in October, with lows of 12°F (-11°C) and about 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 37/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 27°F (-3°C)
- Avg low
- 12°F (-11°C)
- Rain or snow
- 3.5 in (90 mm)
- Humidity
- 96%
- Cloud cover
- 80%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 34 min
- Comfort score
- 37/100 · Tough
What November feels like
It's cold: daytime highs average just 27°F (-3°C), so build the days around warm stops.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 12°F (-11°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 3.5 in (90 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because the average temperature is below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 80%.
Daylight is short, roughly 8 h 34 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 40/100 in October to 37/100.
- 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 12°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 3.5 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Lake Louise in November
With highs near 27°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Lake Louise Lakeshore Trail
Flat path along the turquoise lake toward Victoria Glacier.
Plain of Six Glaciers Trail
Longer hike past the lake to a teahouse below Victoria Glacier.
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Boathouse
Rent a red canoe for a paddle on Lake Louise.
Rockpile Trail
Short climb at Moraine Lake to the famous postcard view.
Laggan's Mountain Bakery
Long-running bakery in Samson Mall; cheap sandwiches and pastries for the trail.
Nearby in November
- Banff in November~31 mi · highs 30°F, 2.4 in rain or snow · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Jasper in November~129 mi · highs 33°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, drier
- Glacier National Park in November~212 mi · highs 30°F, 3.0 in rain or snow · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Whistler in November~310 mi · highs 38°F, 11.5 in rain or snow · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,099 m to Lake Louise's ~1,540 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.
Lake Louise in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Lake Louise?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 37/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are July & August. Expect highs of 27°F (-3°C) and 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain or snow. Our Banff & Jasper Loop recommends Jun – Sep, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Lake Louise in November?
Average highs are 27°F (-3°C) and average lows 12°F (-11°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Lake Louise in November?
Some: about 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain or snow falls across November on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 37.8 in (961 mm).
What should I pack for Lake Louise in November?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 12°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 3.5 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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