Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Salt Lake City in November
Salt Lake City cools off: highs slip to 49°F (10°C), from 63°F in October, with lows of 32°F (0°C) and about 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 65/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 49°F (10°C)
- Avg low
- 32°F (0°C)
- Rain
- 1.8 in (46 mm)
- Humidity
- 65%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 41 min
- Comfort score
- 65/100 · Good
What November feels like
It's cool, with highs near 49°F (10°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 32°F (0°C).
About 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's November.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are May & June and September & October.
- Comfort slips from 92/100 in October to 65/100.
- Our Salt Lake City & Park City route is planned for Late Nov – Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — November is part of it.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 49°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Salt Lake City in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Hogle Zoo
Salt Lake's zoo at the mouth of Emigration Canyon, which runs its ZooLights evenings through December.
Why now November scores 65/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Gallivan Center Ice Rink
Outdoor rink in the downtown Gallivan Center plaza, open through the winter with skate rental.
Why now Highs near 49°F and 1.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Temple Square
The 10-acre Latter-day Saint headquarters, strung with lights and nativity scenes from late November through December.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Red Iguana
Family-run Mexican restaurant on North Temple, known for its moles and a line out the door.
Nearby in November
- Park City in November~22 mi · highs 42°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Capitol Reef in November~174 mi · highs 52°F, 0.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Arches in November~186 mi · highs 54°F, 0.8 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, drier
- Jackson in November~196 mi · highs 38°F, 2.4 in rain or snow · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, wetter
These averages also cover Downtown Salt Lake City.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,744 m to Salt Lake City's ~1,300 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.
Salt Lake City in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Salt Lake City?
It's middling, scoring 65/100. The best months are May & June and September & October, at up to 98. Expect highs of 49°F (10°C) and 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain.
How cold is Salt Lake City in November?
Average highs are 49°F (10°C) and average lows 32°F (0°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Salt Lake City in November?
Not much: about 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 21.3 in (542 mm).
What should I pack for Salt Lake City in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 49°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Salt Lake City
Routes in season in November
- Salt Lake City & Park City Late Nov – Jan
Planning Salt Lake City in November?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.