Great Basin in September: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack
Peak crowds · VisitWhen score 61/100 · #11 of 12 months
September is peak season — expect the year's biggest crowds at Great Basin National Park: crowds run 94% of the July peak (24,632 average visits), days average 73°F with 12.5 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.
Crowds in September
Great Basin averages 24,632 recreation visits in September — 94% of what July, the peak month, draws. That crowd level sets the tone for parking, permits and lodging — book early and start days at dawn.
Weather & daylight
Days are pleasant (highs average 73°F), and nights stay mild (lows average 48°F). It is typically dry (1.1″ of precipitation). Mid-month daylight runs 12.5 hours.
NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station GREAT BASIN NP, NV US (0 mi from park coordinates, 6,850 ft elevation) — conditions vary inside the park, especially with elevation. Daylight computed for the 15th of September.
What to pack for Great Basin in September
Computed from the month's weather normals above — not a generic list.
- 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 Great Basin are March and April.
Common questions
Is Great Basin crowded in September?
Yes — September runs 94% of Great Basin's peak, averaging 24,632 recreation visits (NPS, 2021–2025).
What is the weather like in Great Basin in September?
Average highs of 73°F, lows of 48°F, 1.1″ of precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, GREAT BASIN NP, NV US station).
What should I pack for Great Basin in September?
Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — the full weather-computed list is on this page.
See also: the best national parks to visit in September · Last verified 2026-07-16