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Glacier in November

Verdict: Good — November ranks 9 of 12 here

January: Tough February: Good March: Good April: Excellent May: Excellent June: Excellent July: Good August: Good September: Good October: Excellent November: Good December: Tough November — this page
Excellent Good Tough Sunburst marks the sweet spot

November is a good month at Glacier — it ranks 9th of the twelve here. Expect about 97% fewer visitors than July, the park's peak — 24,006 visits on average. Days run around 37°F by afternoon and 26°F at night, with 9.1 hours of daylight. The W Glacier station's normals show about 16 inches of snow for the month — check road status before you commit.

November against the park's best

Month Verdict Avg. visits vs. peak High Low Snow Daylight
November (this page) Good 24,006 −97% 37°F 26°F 16.2" 9.1 h
May (best) Excellent 202,281 −73% 64°F 39°F 0.5" 15.2 h
July (peak crowds) Good 761,346 peak 80°F 50°F 0" 15.7 h

Weather figures are for the West Glacier area — the W Glacier station. Visits are 2021–2025 averages; climate normals cover 1991–2020. Conditions vary across the park; check current status before you go.

Common questions

Is November a good time to visit Glacier?

It is a reasonable month — the park has stronger ones, but the records don't argue against it. November ranks 9 of 12 at Glacier on crowds, weather, daylight, and access together.

How crowded is Glacier in November?

About 24,006 recreation visits on average — 97% below July, the park's peak.

How warm is Glacier in November?

Average highs around 37°F and lows around 26°F at the W Glacier station, with about 16 inches of snow across the month.

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