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Things to do in Missoula in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Missoula, with average highs around 40°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.

Glacier National Park

national park in Flathead and Glacier counties in Montana, United States

Waterton Lakes National Park

national park in the southwest corner of Alberta, Canada

Weeping Wall

cliff in Flathead County, Montana, United States of America

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 Missoula in December

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

Fri, Dec 4 · 8:00 PMAtliens - Destruction of a Ufo TourThe Wilma Plan a weekend around it

Missoula in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Missoula?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Missoula, with average highs around 40°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Missoula in December?

Average daytime highs are around 40°F, compared with 85°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 Missoula in December?

Top picks for December: Glacier National Park, Waterton Lakes National Park, Weeping Wall, Great Northern Railway Buildings, Kootenai National Forest.