WinterOff season ~14°F highs

Things to do in Adirondacks in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Adirondacks, with average highs around 14°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

Boldt Castle

house

2Indoor escape

Fort William Henry

fort in state New York, at the shore of Lake George

Fort Ticonderoga

18th-century star fort in northern New York in the United States

Holidays in December 2026

Christmas Day · Fri, Dec 25

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

Adirondacks in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Adirondacks?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Adirondacks, with average highs around 14°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Adirondacks in December?

Average daytime highs are around 14°F, compared with 64°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 Adirondacks in December?

Top picks for December: Boldt Castle, Fort William Henry, Fort Ticonderoga, Lake Placid Olympic Museum, Adirondack Experience: The Museum on Blue Mountain Lake.