WinterOff season ~47°F highs

Things to do in Roanoke in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Roanoke, 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 Natural History

natural history museum in Martinsville, Virginia

Martinsville Speedway

motorsport track in the United States

3Indoor escape

Smithfield Plantation

listed on the NRHP in Montgomery County, Virginia

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 Roanoke in December

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

Tue, Dec 1 · 9:00 PMVirginia Tech Hokies Mens Basketball vs. Ole Miss Rebels Mens BasketballCassell Coliseum Plan a weekend around it

Wed, Dec 2 · 7:00 PM

Roanoke in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Roanoke?

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

What is the weather like in Roanoke 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 Roanoke in December?

Top picks for December: Virginia Museum of Natural History, Martinsville Speedway, Smithfield Plantation, Langhorne House Trust, Ralph Stanley Museum and Traditional Mountain Music Center.