Season guide · Las Vegas · United States

Las Vegas in autumn

September–November: weather, crowds, prices and the best things to do this time of year.

Updated 23 October 2026By the AMZBooking editorial team

Quick answer

Heat eases through September into perfect October and November weather, with football, hockey and the Formula 1 race. Expect highs up to 35°C (95°F) and lows around 6°C (43°F), with about 6 rainy days across September–November. October–November are among the best months of the year to visit.

Months: September–November
Temperatures: 6°C (43°F) to 35°C (95°F)
Rainy days in the season: About 6
Crowds: Busy
Hotel prices: Highest

Weather in autumn

Las Vegas in autumn: month by month
Month	High	Low	Rainy days	Daylight	Crowds
September	35°C (95°F)	20°C (68°F)	2	12.4 h	4/5
October	27°C (81°F)	13°C (55°F)	2	11.2 h	5/5
November	19°C (66°F)	6°C (43°F)	2	10.2 h	4/5

Compared with the rest of the year: average highs of 27°C (81°F) against a yearly 27°C (81°F), and 6 of the year's roughly 29 rainy days fall in these 3 months. Crowds rate 4/5 and hotel prices 5/5 on average.

What's on in autumn

Recurring events; dates move from year to year, so confirm with the organiser.

September: Las Vegas Raiders NFL home games at Allegiant Stadium (September to January)
October: Vegas Golden Knights NHL season begins at T-Mobile Arena (usually October)
October: Halloween parties across the Strip (late October)
November: Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix on a Strip street circuit (usually November)
November: Thanksgiving weekend crowds (late November)

Make the most of the weather

Viewpoint · Center Strip

High Roller

Ride at dusk to see the Strip in daylight and as the lights come on during a single rotation.

Time needed: 45 minutes
Cost: Mid-priced

Views
After dark
Couples
Kids

Nature · Red Rock Canyon

Red Rock Canyon

About 25–30 km west of the Strip, Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area has red and cream sandstone cliffs, a 21 km one-way scenic drive and trails such as Calico Tanks and Ice Box Canyon.

Time needed: Half a day
Cost: Low cost

Outdoors
Nature
Active
Views
Photo spot

Viewpoint · Center Strip

Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck

Go after dark and time your visit to look down on a fountain show.

Time needed: 45 minutes
Cost: Mid-priced

Views
After dark
Couples

Aquarium · South Strip

Shark Reef Aquarium

Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay is built around a sunken-shipwreck tank and walk-through tunnels with sharks, rays, sawfish and sea turtles, plus a touch pool.

Time needed: 1.5 hours
Cost: Mid-priced

Kids
Rainy day
Nature

Garden · West Las Vegas

Springs Preserve

Visit in the morning in warmer months, and start in the indoor galleries if the afternoon is hot.

Time needed: 2–3 hours
Cost: Low cost

Kids
Nature
History
Off the beaten path

Day trips in autumn

Grand Canyon South Rim (About 4.5 hours each way by car) — The national park's South Rim has the classic panoramas from Mather Point, Yavapai Point and the Rim Trail.
Zion National Park (About 2.5–3 hours by car) — Zion's red and cream canyon walls tower over the Virgin River in southern Utah, which is an hour ahead of Nevada.

What to pack

Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen
Comfortable walking shoes

Other times of year

Questions travellers ask

+Is autumn a good time to visit Las Vegas?

Yes: October–November are among the best months. Heat eases through September into perfect October and November weather, with football, hockey and the Formula 1 race.

+What is the weather like in Las Vegas in autumn?

Highs of up to 35°C (95°F) and lows around 6°C (43°F), with about 6 rainy days over the season.