WinterOff season ~41°F highs

Things to do in Wheeling in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Wheeling, with average highs around 41°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

West Virginia Independence Hall

Governor Pierpont used this building as his office during the time of the “Restored Government of Virginia.”

West Virginia State Penitentiary Tours

decommissioned prison in Moundsville, West Virginia, U.S.

Oglebay Park

Holidays in December 2026

Christmas Day · Fri, Dec 25

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

Wheeling in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Wheeling?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Wheeling, with average highs around 41°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Wheeling in December?

Average daytime highs are around 41°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 Wheeling in December?

Top picks for December: West Virginia Independence Hall, West Virginia State Penitentiary Tours, Oglebay Park, Bear Rock Lakes Wildlife Management Area, Bear Rocks Lake Wildlife Management Area.