WinterOff season ~41°F highs

Things to do in Toms River in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Toms River, with average highs around 41°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.

Six Flags Great Adventure

amusement park in Jackson Township, New Jersey

2Indoor escape

National Guard Militia Museum of New Jersey

museum

El Toro

roller coaster at Six Flags Great Adventure

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 Toms River in December

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

Tue, Dec 1 · 7:30 PMTHE STRAY CATSHackensack Meridian Health Theatre at the Count Basie Center Plan a weekend around it

Thu, Dec 3 · 8:00 PM

Toms River in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Toms River?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Toms River, with average highs around 41°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Toms River in December?

Average daytime highs are around 41°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 Toms River in December?

Top picks for December: Six Flags Great Adventure, National Guard Militia Museum of New Jersey, El Toro, Allen House, Barnegat Light Museum & Edith Gwinn Gardens.