Great Smoky Mountains National Park in November
In November, Great Smoky Mountains National Park averages a high of 58°F and a low of 34°F, with 4.0 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 953,000 people visit, the 8th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 10 hours 14 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 58° / 34°F
- Precipitation
- 4.0in
- Snow
- 0.2in
- Daylight
- 10h 14m
- Visitors
- 953,000
- Crowds
- Busy
November is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with busy crowds.
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Mt Leconte, TN at 6,493 ft averages a November high of 44°F and a low of 27°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Gatlinburg 2 SW, TN, 5 miles from the park's center, 1,454 ft. Second station higher up: Mt Leconte, TN, 6,493 ft, 3.9 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in November
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area | 63° / 41° | Busy | Mild |
| Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park | 63° / 40° | Moderate | Mild |
| Blue Ridge Parkway | 55° / 32° | Busy | Cool |
| Mammoth Cave National Park | 61° / 40° | Moderate | Mild |
| Congaree National Park | 68° / 43° | Busy | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Great Smoky Mountains National Park on nps.gov
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