Month guide · Las Vegas · United States
Las Vegas in December
What December is really like in Las Vegas: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Jean-Christophe BENOIST, CC BY 3.0
Quick answer
December is a shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 14°C (57°F), lows of 1°C (34°F), about 3 rainy days and roughly 9.7 hours of daylight. Cool days and cold nights, with holiday displays in the resorts; New Year's Eve brings the year's peak hotel rates.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 14°C (57°F) / 1°C (34°F)
- Rainy days
- About 3
- Daylight
- About 9.7 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in December
December is the coolest month in Las Vegas: days average 14°C (57°F) against a yearly average high of 27°C (81°F), and nights fall to about 1°C (34°F). Rain falls on roughly 3 of its 31 days. Compared with November (19°C (66°F)), December is cooler; by January highs stay near 14°C (57°F).
- Sunrise (15 December)
- About 06:45
- Sunset (15 December)
- About 16:27
- Daylight
- About 9.7 hours
Autumn (September–November). Heat eases through September into perfect October and November weather, with football, hockey and the Formula 1 race.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, December rates 4 for crowds (the peak is May at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in May). Book accommodation early: December is one of the pricier months.
Events in December
- National Finals Rodeo (usually early to mid-December)
- New Year's Eve fireworks on the Strip (31 December)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in December
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Nature · Red Rock Canyon
Red Rock Canyon
About 25–30 km west of the Strip, Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area has red and cream sandstone cliffs, a 21 km one-way scenic drive and trails such as Calico Tanks and Ice Box Canyon.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Low cost
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Active
- Views
- Photo spot
Viewpoint · Center Strip
Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck
Go after dark and time your visit to look down on a fountain show.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Views
- After dark
- Couples
Viewpoint · North Strip
The STRAT SkyPod
The STRAT's 350-metre tower at the northern end of the Strip is the tallest freestanding observation tower in the United States.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Views
- After dark
- Active
Street · The Strip
The Las Vegas Strip
Distances are deceptive: the next resort can be a 15-minute walk away, so use the pedestrian bridges, trams and Monorail, and carry water in summer.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- After dark
- Photo spot
- Architecture
What to pack
For highs near 14°C, lows near 1°C and 3 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; shoes with good grip for icy pavements; comfortable walking shoes.
Is December a good time to visit Las Vegas?
A shoulder-season month, with 2 notable events on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, March–May and October–November are better overall. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is December a good time to visit Las Vegas?
It is a shoulder-season month. Cool days and cold nights, with holiday displays in the resorts; New Year's Eve brings the year's peak hotel rates.
+How warm is Las Vegas in December?
Average highs are around 14°C (57°F) and lows around 1°C (34°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Las Vegas in December?
Expect rain on about 3 days of the month, so it is usually dry.