WinterOff season ~53°F highs

Things to do in Charlotte in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Charlotte, with average highs around 53°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

NASCAR Hall of Fame

building

Biltmore Estate

historic house museum and tourist attraction in Asheville, North Carolina, United States

3Indoor escape

JR Motorsports

American racecar team

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 Charlotte in December

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

Tue, Dec 1 · 6:30 PMBeartooth: Pure Ecstasy World TourThe Fillmore Charlotte Plan a weekend around it

Wed, Dec 2 · 8:00 PM

Charlotte in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Charlotte?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Charlotte, with average highs around 53°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Charlotte in December?

Average daytime highs are around 53°F, compared with 93°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 Charlotte in December?

Top picks for December: NASCAR Hall of Fame, Biltmore Estate, JR Motorsports, Asheville Art Museum, Bechtler Museum Of Modern Art.