Gateway Arch in November: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack
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November is a solid shoulder-season month to visit Gateway Arch National Park: crowds run 22% of the July peak (104,145 average visits), days average 55°F with 10.1 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.
Crowds in November
Gateway Arch averages 104,145 recreation visits in November — 22% of what July, the peak month, draws. Trailheads and parking fill accordingly — this is genuine quiet-season territory.
Weather & daylight
Days are cool (highs average 55°F), and mornings are chilly (lows average 36°F). Average precipitation is 3.3″ for the month. Mid-month daylight runs 10.1 hours.
NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station CAHOKIA ST LOUIS AP, IL US (4 mi from park coordinates, 413 ft elevation) — conditions vary inside the park, especially with elevation. Daylight computed for the 15th of November.
What to pack for Gateway Arch in November
Computed from the month's weather normals above — not a generic list.
- Warm mid-layer (fleece or light puffy) — mornings average 36°F
- Packable rain jacket — 3.3″ of precipitation is normal this month
- Headlamp — only 10.1 hours of daylight in mid-November
- Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — every park, every month
If your dates are flexible, consider shifting: The computed best months for Gateway Arch are April and September.
Common questions
Is Gateway Arch crowded in November?
No — November is one of the quieter months: 22% of the July peak, averaging 104,145 visits (NPS, 2021–2025).
What is the weather like in Gateway Arch in November?
Average highs of 55°F, lows of 36°F, 3.3″ of precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, CAHOKIA ST LOUIS AP, IL US station).
What should I pack for Gateway Arch in November?
Warm mid-layer (fleece or light puffy); Packable rain jacket; Headlamp — the full weather-computed list is on this page.
See also: the best national parks to visit in November · Last verified 2026-07-16