WinterOff season ~41°F highs

Things to do in Cincinnati in December

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

Cincinnati Art Museum

art museum in Cincinnati, Ohio

2Indoor escape

Contemporary Arts Center

art gallery in Cincinnati

3Indoor escape

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 Cincinnati in December

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

Wed, Dec 2 · 7:30 PMTwas the Night Before by Cirque du SoleilAronoff Center-Procter & Gamble Hall Plan a weekend around it

Wed, Dec 2 · 8:00 PM

Cincinnati in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Cincinnati?

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

What is the weather like in Cincinnati in December?

Average daytime highs are around 41°F, compared with 88°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 Cincinnati in December?

Top picks for December: Cincinnati Art Museum, Contemporary Arts Center, Mt. Lookout Observatory, Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, Taft Museum of Art.