Shenandoah · December · Virginia
Shenandoah National Park in December
December is a fair month for Shenandoah National Park, with some limitations. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 46°F and lows 31°F, with about 3.35 inches of rain.
December is rated fair at Shenandoah. Consider May–Jun, Oct instead.
What to expect
Honest take: December is not the month for Shenandoah. Skyline Drive closes in sections during snow and ice. Views are wide open without leaves.
Enter at Thornton Gap or Swift Run Gap on fall weekends to avoid the long lines at Front Royal.
Good to know
- Best months overall: May–Jun, Oct.
- Closest airport: Washington Dulles (IAD), about 1.25 hours.
- Before you go: Old Rag requires a day-use ticket for much of the year. Check current conditions on nps.gov.
Questions
Is December a good time to visit Shenandoah National Park?
December is a fair month for Shenandoah National Park, with some limitations. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 46°F and lows 31°F, with about 3.35 inches of rain.
What is the weather like in Shenandoah National Park in December?
Highs average 46°F and lows 31°F, with about 3.35 inches of rain. Conditions are fair this month, so check the month-by-month ratings before you commit.
How crowded is Shenandoah National Park in December?
December is one of the quietest months at Shenandoah National Park.