WinterOff season ~49°F highs

Things to do in Cedar City in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Cedar City, with average highs around 49°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.

Sentinel Mesa

basin of the Colorado Plateau on the Arizona–Utah border in the western United States

Rainbow Bridge

national monument in San Juan County, Utah, United States

3Indoor escape

Moqui Cave

museum in Kanab, Utah, United States

Holidays in December 2026

Christmas Day · Fri, Dec 25

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

Cedar City in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Cedar City?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Cedar City, with average highs around 49°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Cedar City in December?

Average daytime highs are around 49°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 Cedar City in December?

Top picks for December: Sentinel Mesa, Rainbow Bridge, Moqui Cave, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park.