WinterOff season ~46°F highs

Things to do in Kansas City in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Kansas City, with average highs around 46°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

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Best picks for December

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

1Indoor escape

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

art museum in Kansas City, Missouri

2Indoor escape

Harry S Truman Presidential Library & Museum

presidential library and museum for U.S. President Harry S. Truman, located in Independence, Missouri

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 Kansas City in December

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

Wed, Dec 2 · 7:30 PMA Drag Queen ChristmasUptown Theater Plan a weekend around it

Kansas City in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Kansas City?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Kansas City, with average highs around 46°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Kansas City in December?

Average daytime highs are around 46°F, compared with 89°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 Kansas City in December?

Top picks for December: Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Harry S Truman Presidential Library & Museum, National WWI Museum and Memorial, American Jazz Museum, Airline History Museum.