Great Basin in November: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack

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November is a solid shoulder-season month to visit Great Basin National Park: crowds run 9% of the July peak (2,230 average visits), days average 48°F with 10.1 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.

Crowds in November

Great Basin averages 2,230 recreation visits in November — 9% of what July, the peak month, draws. Plan lodging and entries with that in mind — this is genuine quiet-season territory.

Weather & daylight

Expect cool days (highs average 48°F), and nights drop below freezing (lows average 26°F). It is typically dry (0.9″ of precipitation). Normal snowfall is 7″ — expect snow on the ground. Mid-month daylight runs 10.1 hours.

NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station GREAT BASIN NP, NV US (0 mi from park coordinates, 6,850 ft elevation) — conditions vary inside the park, especially with elevation. Daylight computed for the 15th of November.

What to pack for Great Basin in November

Computed from the month's weather normals above — not a generic list.

• Insulated jacket, beanie and gloves — nights average 26°F, below freezing
• Traction devices (microspikes) and gaiters — 7″ normal snowfall
• Headlamp — only 10.1 hours of daylight in mid-November
• Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — every park, every month

Looking for a better window? The computed best months for Great Basin are March and April.

Common questions

See also: the best national parks to visit in November · Last verified 2026-07-16