WinterOff season ~55°F highs

Things to do in Tupelo in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Tupelo, with average highs around 55°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

L.Q.C. Lamar House Museum

historic house in Mississippi, United States

2Indoor escape

University of Mississippi Museum

art museum in Oxford, Mississippi

The Grove

Part of the University of Mississippi campus

Holidays in December 2026

Christmas Day · Fri, Dec 25

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

Tupelo in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Tupelo?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Tupelo, with average highs around 55°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Tupelo in December?

Average daytime highs are around 55°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 Tupelo in December?

Top picks for December: L.Q.C. Lamar House Museum, University of Mississippi Museum, The Grove, Tupelo Buffalo Park, Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site.