Huntsville in December
Good time to visit
December wraps up the year with pleasant winter weather and holiday charm. Cold enough to feel seasonal but mild enough that you won't spend the whole trip shivering.
Weather
December settles into proper winter with highs in the 50s and nights that can dip into the 20s. The air stays dry, making cold snaps feel less harsh than they would up north. Snow is possible but rare - maybe one light dusting.
12°C high1°C low7 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$108/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Holiday light displays
- •Christmas markets
- •New Year's preparations
December Tips
- •Pack warm clothes for evening activities
- •Holiday decorations make downtown especially photogenic
- •Many attractions offer special holiday programming
All Months
Spring and fall give you the best weather in Huntsville. March through May brings mild temperatures in the 60s-70s and blooming dogwoods throughout the historic districts. September through November offers similar conditions with bonus fall colors in the surrounding Tennessee Valley. Summer gets hot and humid — we're talking 90+ degrees with sticky air that makes walking around downtown unpleasant. But hotel rates drop to their lowest in July and August if you can handle the heat. Winter stays relatively mild compared to northern cities, with highs in the 50s-60s, though you might hit a cold snap. The Space & Rocket Center runs year-round, and indoor attractions like the EarlyWorks museums don't care about weather. Avoid late April when the Panoply Arts Festival packs downtown hotels.
Huntsville Scores
Solo
6/10
Couples
5/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
4/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
4/10
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