Tulsa in December
Good time to visit
December's surprisingly pleasant in Tulsa - cold enough to feel seasonal but mild enough for comfortable exploring. Holiday events add charm, but crowds stay reasonable except Christmas week.
Weather
December brings Oklahoma winter's preview - chilly but not brutal, with occasional warm spells that let you ditch the coat. Rain's minimal, but when storms come through, they can bring ice that shuts down the city. Most days stay dry and crisp.
9°C high-2°C low4 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$105/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Holiday lights at Gathering Place
- •Christmas markets
- •New Year's Eve downtown
December Tips
- •Pack warm clothes but don't overdo it - December's milder than you'd expect
- •Holiday events make hotel prices spike around Christmas week
- •Perfect time for indoor attractions and cozy restaurant meals
All Months
Skip summer unless you enjoy feeling like you're inside a hair dryer. July and August regularly hit 100°F with crushing humidity. Spring and fall offer perfect weather — think 70s during the day, 50s at night. October brings the best weather of the year, plus fall colors along the river. March through May works great too, though spring storms can roll through. Winter stays mild compared to northern cities, but ice storms occasionally shut everything down for a day or two. The Mayfest arts festival in May draws huge crowds, so book ahead. November through February sees the fewest tourists and lowest hotel rates.
Tulsa Scores
Solo
6/10
Couples
5/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
4/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
4/10
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