November · United States
Best time to visit Vail in November Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Vail in November
Average temperature -7°C, 47 mm of rain, about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 71% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
November score
9.3/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -7°C
- Rainfall
- 47 mm
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 5
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
November in Vail scores 9.3/10 for snow and ski travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around -7°C, 47 mm of rain, and roughly 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Vail's deep powder, Bavarian-style village and back bowls make it one of Colorado's biggest ski resorts.
November ranks 2nd of 12 for Vail — one of the best windows
November sits at -7°C (20°F), firmly in deep-winter territory. Plan compact outdoor blocks with warm reset points between them rather than full days outside.
47 mm of water-equivalent precipitation makes this a snowy month at resort level; what falls stays as snow, with about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.8 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Vail at 9.3/10 (2nd of 12), just behind April at 9.7/10.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Vail in November?
- In November, Vail averages -7°C, 47 mm of rain, and about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.3/10.
- Is November a good time to visit Vail?
- November earns a 9.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Vail in November?
- Expect about 47 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 71% and there are about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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