Las Vegas weather in December
“A steady middle month — well worth visiting with the right expectations.”
Roughly 2 rainy days across the month, on average.
In december, Las Vegas settles into its quieter, cooler pace. The city keeps a different pulse than in summer or midwinter, and travellers who arrive with the right expectations are rewarded.
Days average around 15°C (59°F), cooling to 4°C after sunset. Rain is rare enough that you can plan without a contingency. Long days of sunshine reward early starts.
These figures are climatological averages, drawn from a decade of daily records via the Open-Meteo Archive — not a forecast. But they are honest, and they are the sort of thing a good travel guide ought to tell you before you book the flight.
What to pack for Las Vegas in December
- •A properly warm coat — not a fashion piece
- •A merino base layer for the cold evenings
- •Comfortable, broken-in walking shoes
- •A small daypack that won't look like a tourist beacon
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Best time to visit Las Vegas
While December has its own character in Las Vegas, the data-backed best months to visit Las Vegas are February, March, April, October. These months combine the most favourable temperatures, rainfall, and sunshine across a ten-year climate record.
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Las Vegas in December — FAQ
Q01Is December a good time to visit Las Vegas?
Is December a good time to visit Las Vegas?
It is a fair time to visit — expect variable conditions and plan flexibility. In December, Las Vegas averages a high of 15°C (59°F) and a low of 4°C (39°F), with 13mm of rainfall across roughly 2 rainy days.
Q02What is the average temperature in Las Vegas in December?
What is the average temperature in Las Vegas in December?
The average high temperature in Las Vegas during December is 15°C (59°F), with an average low of 4°C (39°F). These figures are averaged from ten years of daily records (2015–2024, Open-Meteo Archive).
Q03How many rainy days does Las Vegas have in December?
How many rainy days does Las Vegas have in December?
Las Vegas averages approximately 2 rainy days in December, with a total monthly rainfall of about 13mm. This is based on daily precipitation records where days with 1mm or more of rain are counted as rainy days.
Q04What should I pack for Las Vegas in December?
What should I pack for Las Vegas in December?
For Las Vegas in December, pack a warm winter coat, a merino base layer for evenings, comfortable walking shoes. These recommendations are based on the ten-year weather averages for this specific month.
Q05How crowded is Las Vegas in December?
How crowded is Las Vegas in December?
Tourist crowds in Las Vegas during December are typically moderate. Consider this when planning accommodation — prices track crowd levels closely.