WinterOff season ~47°F highs

Things to do in Richmond in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Richmond, with average highs around 47°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

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

art museum in Richmond, Virginia

2Indoor escape

Williamsburg Historic District

living history museum in WIlliamsburg, Virginia

3Indoor escape

Virginia Holocaust 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 Richmond in December

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

Tue, Dec 1 · 7:30 PMState ChampsThe National Plan a weekend around it

Wed, Dec 2 · 8:00 PM

Richmond in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Richmond?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Richmond, with average highs around 47°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Richmond in December?

Average daytime highs are around 47°F, compared with 90°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 Richmond in December?

Top picks for December: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Williamsburg Historic District, Virginia Holocaust Museum, Edgar Allan Poe Museum, American Civil War Museum.