United States in December
The first three weeks are calm and reasonably priced; the last ten days are the most expensive and most congested of the entire calendar.
Is December a good time to visit United States?
December sits mid-range in United States — around 73/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.
What closes and what fills up in December
- Christmas Day, 25 December
- New Year’s Eve
United States city by city in December
The same month can feel very different depending where you are.
| City | Crowd | High | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | 58 | 14°C | 11 |
| Las Vegas | 74 | 15°C | 3 |
| New York | 86 | 7°C | 10 |
How December compares across the year
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Frequently asked questions
Is December a good month to visit United States?
December sits mid-range in United States — around 73/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.
How busy is United States in December?
Averaged across the destinations we track, United States sits near 73/100 in December. The calmest of them is San Francisco.
What is the weather like in United States in December?
Expect average highs near 12°C and lows near 4°C, with roughly 8 wet days — though United States varies by region.