WinterOff season ~42°F highs

Things to do in Parkersburg in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Parkersburg, with average highs around 42°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

Oil & Gas Museum

Parkersburg, West Virginia, listed on the NRHP in West Virginia

2Indoor escape

Blennerhassett Mansion

1800s mansion on Blennerhassett Island in the Ohio River, Wood County, West Virginia, USA

Holidays in December 2026

Christmas Day · Fri, Dec 25

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

Parkersburg in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Parkersburg?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Parkersburg, with average highs around 42°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Parkersburg in December?

Average daytime highs are around 42°F, compared with 87°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 Parkersburg in December?

Top picks for December: Oil & Gas Museum, Blennerhassett Mansion, Oakland, Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park, Avery Street Historic District.