Mount Rushmore National Memorial in November
In November, Mount Rushmore National Memorial averages a high of 44°F and a low of 27°F, with 0.6 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 6.4 inches of snowfall. About 34,000 people visit, the 9th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 9 hours 35 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 44° / 27°F
- Precipitation
- 0.6in
- Snow
- 6.4in
- Daylight
- 9h 35m
- Visitors
- 34,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
Best months for weather and crowds instead: September (moderate).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Rapid City Rgnl AP, SD at 3,160 ft averages a November high of 47°F and a low of 22°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Mt Rushmore Nmem, SD, 0.3 miles from the park's center, 5,311 ft. Second station lower down: Rapid City Rgnl AP, SD, 3,160 ft, 22.9 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in November
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wind Cave National Park | 48° / 23° | Quiet | Cool |
| Badlands National Park | 49° / 21° | Quiet | Cool |
| Theodore Roosevelt National Park | 42° / 18° | Quiet | Cool |
| Rocky Mountain National Park | 40° / 13° | Quiet | Cool |
| Yellowstone National Park | 32° / 11° | Few or no visits | Cold |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Mount Rushmore National Memorial on nps.gov
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