WinterOff season ~51°F highs

Things to do in Portland in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Portland, with average highs around 51°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

Portland Art Museum

art museum in Portland, Oregon

2Indoor escape

USS Blueback

1959 Barbel-class submarine

3Indoor escape

Oregon Jewish Museum

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 Portland in December

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

Tue, Dec 1 · 7:00 PMPortland Trail Blazers vs. Minnesota TimberwolvesModa Center Plan a weekend around it

Wed, Dec 2 · 7:30 PM

Portland in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Portland?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Portland, with average highs around 51°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Portland in December?

Average daytime highs are around 51°F, compared with 84°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 Portland in December?

Top picks for December: Portland Art Museum, USS Blueback, Oregon Jewish Museum, Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, Columbia River Maritime Museum.