WinterOff season ~50°F highs

Things to do in Wichita in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Wichita, with average highs around 50°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

Great Plains Transportation Museum

railroad museum in Wichita, KS USA

2Indoor escape

Kansas Aviation Museum

aviation museum in Wichita, Kansas USA

3Indoor escape

Kansas Sports Hall of Fame

sports museum in Wichita, Kansas

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 Wichita in December

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

Wed, Dec 2 · 7:05 PMWichita Thunder vs. New Mexico GoatheadsINTRUST Bank Arena Plan a weekend around it

Wichita in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Wichita?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Wichita, with average highs around 50°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Wichita in December?

Average daytime highs are around 50°F, compared with 91°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 Wichita in December?

Top picks for December: Great Plains Transportation Museum, Kansas Aviation Museum, Kansas Sports Hall of Fame, Exploration Place - Science and Discovery Center, Frank Lloyd Wright's Allen House.