Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Papago Park & Camelback in November
Papago Park & Camelback cools off: highs slip to 76°F (25°C), from 89°F in October, with lows of 51°F (10°C) and about 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain.
November opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 99/100 (the top score of the year).
- Avg high
- 76°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 51°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 0.7 in (19 mm)
- Humidity
- 34%
- Cloud cover
- 32%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 99/100 · Great
What November feels like
Days are warm, averaging 76°F (25°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 14°C (26°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
The air is dry, at about 34% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
Rain is scarce: about 0.7 in (19 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 32%.
Plan around November
November is one of Papago Park & Camelback's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: December highs fall to 65°F.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: November – April.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 7°C (13°F) from October.
- Comfort improves from 82/100 in October to 99/100.
- Our Phoenix New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — November falls outside it.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clothes76°F afternoons
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 51°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Papago Park & Camelback in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Desert Botanical Garden
Garden of saguaros, agaves and desert wildflowers set against the Papago Buttes, with trails of under a mile each.
Why now November scores 99/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Phoenix Zoo
Zoo in Papago Park whose ZooLights season ran from late November to mid-January in 2025-26.
Why now Highs near 76°F and 0.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Camelback Mountain
The city's landmark peak; the Echo Canyon trail climbs about 1,200 feet in 1.2 miles to a summit over the whole valley.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
La Grande Orange
Arcadia's long-running cafe, bakery and market at 40th Street and Campbell, busy with brunch crowds.
Nearby in November
- Phoenix in November~7 mi · highs 77°F, 0.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Sedona in November~98 mi · highs 62°F, 1.3 in rain · 8°C (14°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Catalina Foothills in November~101 mi · highs 73°F, 0.7 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Downtown Tucson in November~102 mi · highs 75°F, 0.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Papago Park & Camelback in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Papago Park & Camelback?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 99/100. Expect highs of 76°F (25°C) and 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain.
How hot is Papago Park & Camelback in November?
Average highs are 76°F (25°C) and average lows 51°F (10°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Papago Park & Camelback in November?
Not much: about 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 10.0 in (254 mm).
What should I pack for Papago Park & Camelback in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (76°F afternoons), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 51°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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