Virgin Islands in November: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack

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November is a solid shoulder-season month to visit Virgin Islands National Park: crowds run 69% of the March peak (27,365 average visits), days average 87°F with 11.3 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.

Crowds in November

Virgin Islands averages 27,365 recreation visits in November — 69% of what March, the peak month, draws. That crowd level sets the tone for parking, permits and lodging.

Weather & daylight

Days are warm (highs average 87°F), and even nights stay hot (lows average 77°F). This is one of the wetter months (6.1″ of precipitation on average). Mid-month daylight runs 11.3 hours.

NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station CHARLOTTE AMALIE AP, VI VQ (16 mi from park coordinates, 20 ft elevation) — conditions vary inside the park, especially with elevation. Daylight computed for the 15th of November.

What to pack for Virgin Islands in November

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

• Sun protection and 2L+ water per person — highs average 87°F
• Rain shell + pack cover — 6.1″ of precipitation is normal this month
• Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — every park, every month

Want quieter or kinder conditions? The computed best months for Virgin Islands are August and September.

Common questions

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