WinterOff season ~54°F highs

Things to do in Chattanooga in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Chattanooga, with average highs around 54°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.

M113

US armored personnel carrier

2Indoor escape

Hunter Museum of American Art

art museum in Chattanooga, Tennessee

3Indoor escape

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

Railroad museum in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Holidays in December 2026

Christmas Day · Fri, Dec 25

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

Chattanooga in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Chattanooga?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Chattanooga, with average highs around 54°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Chattanooga in December?

Average daytime highs are around 54°F, compared with 91°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 Chattanooga in December?

Top picks for December: M113, Hunter Museum of American Art, Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, International Towing and Recovery Hall of Fame and Museum, Museum Center at 5ive Points.