WinterOff season ~38°F highs

Things to do in Pittsburgh in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Pittsburgh, with average highs around 38°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

Carnegie Museum of Natural History

natural history museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

2Indoor escape

Carnegie Museum of Art

museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Fallingwater

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 Pittsburgh in December

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

Wed, Dec 2 · 7:30 PMStephen Wilson Jr. - Gary The Torch TourCitizens Live at The Wylie Plan a weekend around it

Fri, Dec 4 · 11:00 AM

Pittsburgh in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Pittsburgh?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Pittsburgh, with average highs around 38°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Pittsburgh in December?

Average daytime highs are around 38°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 Pittsburgh in December?

Top picks for December: Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Carnegie Museum of Art, Fallingwater, Kamin Science Center, The Frick Pittsburgh.