WinterOff season ~53°F highs

Things to do in Sacramento in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Sacramento, with average highs around 53°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

Plan a December weekend Where else in December

Best picks for December

What's famous here, weighted toward what shines in December.

1Indoor escape

Crocker Art Museum

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2Indoor escape

Haggin Museum

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3Indoor escape

U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame

Holidays in December 2026

Christmas Day · Fri, Dec 25

Expect busier roads and pricier stays around these dates. See long weekends.

What’s on in Sacramento in December

Concerts, games and shows in the next few weeks. Tickets open on Ticketmaster.

Wed, Dec 2 · 3:00 PMTrans-Siberian Orchestra - The Ghosts Of Christmas EveGolden 1 Center Plan a weekend around it

Wed, Dec 2 · 7:30 PMTrans-Siberian Orchestra - The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve

Sacramento in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Sacramento?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Sacramento, with average highs around 53°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Sacramento in December?

Average daytime highs are around 53°F, compared with 98°F in the warmest month. Check the forecast a week out; our planner favors indoor stops on rainy days.

What are the best things to do in Sacramento in December?

Top picks for December: Crocker Art Museum, Haggin Museum, U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame, California State Capitol Museum, California State Railroad Museum.