Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Red Rock Canyon in November
Red Rock Canyon cools off: highs slip to 62°F (17°C), from 75°F in October, with lows of 39°F (4°C) and about 0.5 in (13 mm) of rain.
At 93/100 for comfort (5th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 62°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 39°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 0.5 in (13 mm)
- Humidity
- 39%
- Cloud cover
- 39%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 93/100 · Great
What November feels like
Days are mild at around 62°F (17°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (23°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
The air is dry, at about 39% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
Rain is scarce: about 0.5 in (13 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around November
November is one of Red Rock 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 93/100.
- Our Las Vegas 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
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 39°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Red Rock Canyon in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Calico Tanks Trail
A 2.5-mile round-trip scramble through the Calico Hills sandstone to a seasonal water tank and a view back to the Strip.
Why now November scores 93/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Calico Basin
Area just outside the Scenic Drive with the Red Spring boardwalk and sandstone walls; no timed entry needed.
Why now Highs near 62°F and 0.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Red Rock Canyon Visitor Center
BLM visitor center at the start of the Scenic Drive, with desert exhibits and an outdoor tortoise habitat.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Peppermill
Round-the-clock Strip diner since 1972, with oversized breakfasts and a neon lounge built around a fire pit.
Nearby in November
- Las Vegas in November~16 mi · highs 68°F, 0.5 in rain · 4°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Zion in November~155 mi · highs 52°F, 0.9 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Joshua Tree in November~159 mi · highs 68°F, 0.3 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Palm Springs in November~171 mi · highs 76°F, 0.4 in rain · 8°C (14°F) warmer by day, 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.
Red Rock Canyon in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Red Rock Canyon?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 93/100. Expect highs of 62°F (17°C) and 0.5 in (13 mm) of rain.
How cold is Red Rock Canyon in November?
Average highs are 62°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 Red Rock Canyon in November?
Not much: about 0.5 in (13 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 6.5 in (165 mm).
What should I pack for Red Rock Canyon in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 39°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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