Best Time to Visit Las Vegas in December
Weather, crowds, costs, and events for visiting Las Vegas in December
Best Time to Visit Las Vegas in December
The best times to visit Las Vegas are January to December for the ideal pool weather, and January to February for the cheapest flights and hotels of the year. Both combine favourable conditions with better value than peak alone, and Las Vegas at its most rewarding.
AT A GLANCE
March to May
Warm: Ideal pool weather. Crowds run Very High — book 3–4 months ahead.
January to December
Ideal pool weather. Crowd level is Very High; peak pricing.
January to February
Cheapest flights and hotels of the year. Crowd level is Medium; book 4–6 weeks ahead.
Which season is best for Las Vegas?
December falls in winter — here's what to expect.
Spring
Spring — Garden Walks
March · April · May
Spring season
Spring is when travellers book Las Vegas for garden walks. Garden Walks timing runs Las Vegas (early March); New York City (mid March); Los Angeles (late March). Expect 20–31°C averages with 1–2 rain days/month and high crowds — but hotel rates hit $180–$250/night and high crowds fill the main sights.
Garden Walks [Mar], Garden Walks [Apr], Garden Walks [May]
Mar 20°C, Apr 25°C, May 31°C — mostly clearer skies (1–2 rain days)
First-timers, photographers, couples, soft hikers
March pushes rates to $180–$250/night with high crowds at headline sights. March brings 2 rain days — outdoor days get cut short without a flexible plan.
Travelling to Las Vegas in Spring?
Book Las Vegas's garden walks for March at least 3–4 months out, then spend 2 nights in New York City in March where peak rates and high crowds trade a short hop for calmer spring days.
Summer
Summer — Pool Time
June · July · August
Scorching season
Summer is when travellers book Las Vegas for pool time. Pool Time timing runs Las Vegas (early June); New York City (mid June); Los Angeles (late June). Expect 38–40°C averages with 1–2 rain days/month and high crowds — but hotel rates hit $130–$180/night and high crowds fill the main sights.
Scorching window [Jun], Peak heat window [Jul], Beach Weather [Aug]
Jun 38°C, Jul 40°C, Aug 39°C — mostly clearer skies (1–2 rain days)
Festival-goers, families, beach seekers, nightlife fans
June pushes rates to $130–$180/night with high crowds at headline sights. July brings 2 rain days — outdoor days get cut short without a flexible plan.
Travelling to Las Vegas in Summer?
Book Las Vegas's pool time for June at least 2–3 months out, then spend 2 nights in New York City in June where high rates and high crowds trade a short hop for calmer summer days.
Autumn
Autumn — Warm Evenings
September · October · November
Pleasant season
Autumn is when travellers book Las Vegas for warm evenings. Warm Evenings timing runs Las Vegas (early October); New York City (mid October); Los Angeles (late October). Expect 18–34°C averages with 1–2 rain days/month and high crowds — but hotel rates hit $130–$180/night and high crowds fill the main sights.
Warm window [Sep], Clear Trails [Oct], Mild Walks [Nov]
Sep 34°C, Oct 26°C, Nov 18°C — mostly clearer skies (1–2 rain days)
Photographers, hikers, food travellers, couples
September pushes rates to $130–$180/night with high crowds at headline sights. October brings 2 rain days — outdoor days get cut short without a flexible plan.
Travelling to Las Vegas in Autumn?
Book Las Vegas's warm evenings for October at least 2–3 months out, then spend 2 nights in New York City in November where mid rates and medium crowds trade a short hop for calmer autumn days.
Winter
Winter — Holiday Lights
December · January · February
Festive season
Winter is when travellers book Las Vegas for holiday lights. Holiday Lights timing runs Las Vegas (early December); New York City (mid December); Los Angeles (late December). Expect 13–16°C averages with 2–3 rain days/month and high crowds — but hotel rates hit $130–$180/night and high crowds fill the main sights.
Festive window [Dec], Mild Walks [Jan], Warm Evenings [Feb]
Dec 13°C, Jan 14°C, Feb 16°C — mostly clearer skies (2–3 rain days)
Skiers, budget travellers, museum lovers, festive shoppers
December pushes rates to $130–$180/night with high crowds at headline sights. December brings 3 rain days — outdoor days get cut short without a flexible plan.
Travelling to Las Vegas in Winter?
Book Las Vegas's holiday lights for December at least 2–3 months out, then spend 2 nights in New York City in January where mid rates and medium crowds trade a short hop for calmer winter days.
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Which month is best for Las Vegas?
| Month | Avg Temp | Rain Days | Crowds | Cost | Overall | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C | 3 | Medium | $$ Mid | ★★★ Great | Mild city walking |
| February | 16°C | 2 | High | $$$ High | ★★★ Great | Warm outdoor days |
| March | 20°C | 2 | High | $$$$ Peak | ★★★ Great | Spring city walking |
| April | 25°C | 1 | Very High | $$$$ Peak | ★★★ Great | Warm outdoor days |
| May | 31°C | 1 | Very High | $$$$ Peak | ★★ Okay | Warm outdoor days |
| June | 38°C | 1 | High | $$$ High | ★ Avoid | Pool and shade days |
| July | 40°C | 2 | High | $$$ High | ★ Avoid | Heat-aware travel |
| August | 39°C | 2 | High | $$$ High | ★ Avoid | Warm outdoor days |
| September | 34°C | 1 | High | $$$ High | ★★ Okay | Warm outdoor days |
| October | 26°C | 2 | High | $$$ High | ★★★ Great | Comfortable sightseeing |
| November | 18°C | 2 | Medium | $$ Mid | ★★★ Great | Mild city walking |
| December | 13°C | 3 | High | $$$ High | ★★★ Great | Festive city lights |
Temperatures shown as Las Vegas monthly averages.
Las Vegas Events in December
Events worth timing your trip around — and how they affect crowds and prices.
Festive / winter peak in United States
Festive / winter peak in United States is one of the few United States windows that reshapes visitor costs and daily rhythm in Las Vegas. It matters because hotels, trains and attraction hours move with the crowd, not with sightseeing wishlists. Timing rolls geographically — Las Vegas December. The practical window lasts about 20 days, while local conditions sit near 13°C with 3 rain days and high crowds.
What to expect
- Expect high footfall around Las Vegas during December, with lines forming earlier than published opening times.
- Temperatures near 13°C and 3 rain days shape outdoor plans in Las Vegas across December.
- Skipping the first weekend of December in Las Vegas often cuts queues without changing the season’s core weather.
- Transport seats and hotels for Las Vegas (December) sell out 3–4 months ahead — leftover inventory skews to less convenient areas.
Planning tips
- Book stays and reserved transport at least 3–4 months before DEC dates; peak high demand removes flexible inventory first.
- Check United States national tourism board seasonal pages before you lock flights or hotels — Verify current-year advisories before booking. Drop any date that the source has not confirmed for 2026.
- Keep long-haul moves outside the busiest December weekends; day-trip from a quieter base instead.
When is Las Vegas Cheapest to Visit?
Timing your trip right can save 25 to 40 percent on flights and hotels. Green months are cheapest, red months are most expensive.
Cheapest window
January–February. Save about 25–40% versus $$$$ Peak March; hotels track the same flight discounts in this $ Budget window, so flight and stay costs move together.
Book early regardless
March, April, and May sell out entirely when crowds hit High and pricing hits $$$$ Peak — book accommodation 3–4 months ahead regardless of budget, not only flights.
Best value sweet spot
January and November: great weather on this page (~14°C, 3 rain days) at $$ Mid pricing; Medium crowds still keep it from matching March’s sell-out rush.
Cheapest months to visit Las Vegas
January–February is the cheapest stretch to visit Las Vegas. $ Budget months on this page typically cut flights about 25–35% versus $$$$ Peak, with hotel rates moving in step rather than lagging. Averages sit near 14°C with roughly 3 rain days, so packing stays simple if you accept cooler or wetter days. The exception: festival or holiday spikes inside an otherwise cheap month can briefly push stays toward $$ Mid even when the band still reads $ Budget.
Most expensive months to visit Las Vegas
March, April, and May are the most expensive months to visit Las Vegas. $$$$ Peak and $$$ High rows align with High or Very High crowds and the 3–4 months booking lead already shown for sell-outs. Expect the 25–40% saving story to reverse here — you pay the premium the chart paints in red. Weather can still look strong (20°C, 2 rain days in March), which is why demand sticks. The exception: a shoulder week just outside the core peak label sometimes dips to $$$ High instead of full $$$$.
Best value months to visit Las Vegas
January and November offer the best value months to visit Las Vegas. Great-rated weather pairs with $$ Mid instead of $$$$ Peak, so you keep comfort without the full 25–40% penalty of peak pricing. January averages about 14°C with 3 rain days and Medium crowds — busy enough for open attractions, not yet March-style sell-outs. The exception: once a “value” month overlaps a major holiday cluster, lead times jump back toward 3–4 months even if the cost word has not flipped to $$$$ Peak.
Best Time to Visit Las Vegas For…
January and February. Off-peak months are the cheapest stretch for Las Vegas; lock flights early inside that window for the 25–35% saving versus peak.
November and January. Aim for Low-crowd months on this page and keep Las Vegas as your hub for flexible day trips.
January and February and December. Expect around 14°C with a great rating — base in Las Vegas for the most comfortable sightseeing days.
January and February or December. January and February maximises iconic weather in Las Vegas but draws higher crowds and peak pricing; December trades that rush for calmer streets and still-strong ratings.
October. Base in New York City for crisp foliage day trips upstate and in the Hudson Valley.
March and April. Base in Las Vegas for mild pool weather and nearby canyon day trips before summer heat.
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Best Time to Visit Each City in United States
Timing varies across United States's main cities. Here is when each is at its best.
Las Vegas Travel Essentials
- Currency & cards
- US dollar (USD). Cards are standard almost everywhere; cash is useful for tips, small vendors, and some transit.
- Connectivity
- eSIM or major-carrier prepaid plans cover cities well. Free Wi‑Fi is common in hotels, cafés, and airports.
- Domestic transport
- Cities vary: subway, bus, or ride-hailing locally; domestic flights or intercity trains and coaches for longer hops.
- Etiquette & logistics
- Tip for sit-down meals and rides where customary. Keep ID handy for domestic flights and some attractions.
- Visa / entry
- Confirm entry rules on the official U.S. Department of State visa pages before you travel. Official source
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Las Vegas Travel Timing — FAQ
Everything you need to know about timing your Las Vegas trip
Most travellers cover Las Vegas's core highlights in a short city break, then add nights only if you want day trips beyond the centre. Anchor those days in the January–December window shown here so weather and pacing stay aligned.
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How we work this out
Temperature and rainfall figures are 30-year meteorological averages. Crowd levels come from national tourism arrival data. Price bands reflect mid-range accommodation and economy flights from major long-haul cities, sampled quarterly.
Last updated 18 July 2026 · Written by the Holicay travel team