What November feels like in Salt Lake City
November is late autumn in Salt Lake City. The daytime air has a chill to it, though it is rarely bitter. Evenings bring a clear drop in temperature, and nights hover around freezing, so frost is common. Moisture in the air gives the cold a damp edge.
Rain in Salt Lake City in November
Most days stay dry; rain arrives about one day in 4. A rainy day brings about 6.2 mm (0.2 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. The yearly figure is similar, around 6 mm per wet day.
Daylight and sunshine in November
On 15 November the sun rises at about 7:14 am and sets around 5:11 pm local time, giving 9 h 57 min of daylight. Compared with mid-October, the day has lost 1 h 15 min. The sun is out for roughly 81% of those daylight hours, so skies are mostly clear.
How November compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, November comes out as the 4th coolest month in Salt Lake City. Against October, the average high is 7.5°C (13.5°F) lower, with 3 mm less rain. The cooling trend carries on into December. December averages a high of 3°C (37.4°F).
Who November suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — it is cold for long walks.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Hiking: less ideal — trails are cool.
Tips for visiting Salt Lake City in November
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Warm Layers
A warm jacket, a hat and gloves for cold mornings and evenings.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Salt Lake City in November?
Expect around 9.8°C (49.6°F) in the afternoon and -0.7°C (30.7°F) at night, which most visitors would call chilly.
Does it rain a lot in Salt Lake City in November?
Not especially. There are about 7 rainy days (43 mm), mostly moderate rain.
What should I wear in Salt Lake City in November?
The numbers point to versatile layers, warm layers and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is November or December better for visiting Salt Lake City?
On our 12-month climate ranking, November comes out ahead (#8 of 12 vs #12). December is cooler and has more rainy days.