Olympic in November: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack
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November is a solid shoulder-season month to visit Olympic National Park: crowds run 28% of the August peak (177,710 average visits), days average 49°F with 9.3 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.
Crowds in November
Olympic averages 177,710 recreation visits in November — 28% of what August, the peak month, draws. Plan lodging and entries with that in mind.
Weather & daylight
Expect cool days (highs average 49°F), and mornings are chilly (lows average 38°F). This is one of the wetter months (24.6″ of precipitation on average). Mid-month daylight runs 9.3 hours.
NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station QUINAULT 4 NE, WA US (13 mi from park coordinates, 286 ft elevation) — conditions vary inside the park, especially with elevation. Daylight computed for the 15th of November.
What to pack for Olympic in November
Computed from the month's weather normals above — not a generic list.
- Warm mid-layer (fleece or light puffy) — mornings average 38°F
- Rain shell + pack cover — 24.6″ of precipitation is normal this month
- Headlamp — only 9.3 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 Olympic are April and May.
Common questions
Is Olympic crowded in November?
No — November is one of the quieter months: 28% of the August peak, averaging 177,710 visits (NPS, 2021–2025).
What is the weather like in Olympic in November?
Average highs of 49°F, lows of 38°F, 24.6″ of precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, QUINAULT 4 NE, WA US station).
What should I pack for Olympic in November?
Warm mid-layer (fleece or light puffy); Rain shell + pack cover; Headlamp — the full weather-computed list is on this page.
See also: the best national parks to visit in November · Last verified 2026-07-16