WinterOff season ~36°F highs

Things to do in Hartford in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Hartford, with average highs around 36°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

Wadsworth Atheneum

art museum in Hartford, Connecticut

2Indoor escape

New Britain Museum of American Art

art museum in New Britain, Connecticut

3Indoor escape

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 Hartford in December

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

Tue, Dec 1 · 7:00 PMA Charlie Brown Christmas - Live On Stage!Toyota Oakdale Theatre Plan a weekend around it

Hartford in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Hartford?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Hartford, with average highs around 36°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Hartford in December?

Average daytime highs are around 36°F, compared with 86°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 Hartford in December?

Top picks for December: Wadsworth Atheneum, New Britain Museum of American Art, Hill Stead Museum, New England Air Museum, Connecticut Trolley Museum.