Theodore Roosevelt in November: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack
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November is a quiet month with trade-offs at Theodore Roosevelt National Park: crowds run 7% of the July peak (11,282 average visits). Weather: highs average 42°F and lows 18°F, with 0.6″ of precipitation and 9.4 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.
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Bring for Theodore Roosevelt in November
- Insulated parka + thermal base layersSee it on AmazonWhy: average lows of 18°F.
- HeadlampSee it on AmazonWhy: only 9.4 hours of daylight in mid-November.
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Crowds in November
Theodore Roosevelt averages 11,282 recreation visits in November — 7% of what July, the peak month, draws. That crowd level sets the tone for parking, permits and lodging — crowds are thin by this park's standards.
Weather & daylight
It is properly cold (highs average 42°F), and nights are frigid (lows average 18°F). It is typically dry (0.6″ of precipitation). Mid-month daylight runs 9.4 hours.
NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station MEDORA, ND US (5 mi from park coordinates, 2,268 ft elevation) — conditions vary inside the park, especially with elevation. Daylight computed for the 15th of November.
What to pack for Theodore Roosevelt in November
Computed from the month's weather normals above — not a generic list.
- Insulated parka + thermal base layers — average lows of 18°F
- Headlamp — only 9.4 hours of daylight in mid-November (compare other options)
- Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — every park, every month
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Want quieter or kinder conditions? The computed best months for Theodore Roosevelt are April and May.
Also at their best in November
Other parks whose computed November verdict is a best window — same NPS × NOAA formula:
- Canyonlands in November — 35% of peak crowds, highs 55°F, score 72/100
- Mammoth Cave in November — 33% of peak crowds, highs 61°F, score 72/100
- New River Gorge in November — 33% of peak crowds, highs 54°F, score 72/100
- Petrified Forest in November — 45% of peak crowds, highs 58°F, score 72/100
Common questions
Is Theodore Roosevelt crowded in November?
No — November is one of the quieter months: 7% of the July peak, averaging 11,282 visits (NPS, 2021–2025).
What is the weather like in Theodore Roosevelt in November?
Average highs of 42°F, lows of 18°F, 0.6″ of precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, MEDORA, ND US station).
What should I pack for Theodore Roosevelt in November?
Insulated parka + thermal base layers; Headlamp; Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — the full weather-computed list is on this page.
See also: the best national parks to visit in November · Last verified 2026-09-24