Early winter · Weather & things to do
Lake Hefner in December
Lake Hefner cools off: highs slip to 49°F (9°C), from 61°F in November, with lows of 29°F (-2°C) and about 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 67/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 49°F (9°C)
- Avg low
- 29°F (-2°C)
- Rain
- 1.5 in (38 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 51%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 36 min
- Comfort score
- 67/100 · Good
What December feels like
It's cool, with highs near 49°F (9°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 29°F (-2°C), so expect frost and ice.
About 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's December.
Plan around December
December sits mid-table; the best months are March & April and October & November.
- Freezing nights return: average lows drop to 29°F.
- Shortest days of the year, about 9 h 36 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 89/100 in November to 67/100.
- Our Oklahoma City New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — December is part of it.
What to pack for December
- Insulated jackethighs only 49°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 29°F
- Shoes with gripfrost and ice are possible
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Lake Hefner in December
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Stars and Stripes Park
Lakeside park on Hefner's south shore with open lawns, picnic shelters and a stretch of the shoreline trail.
Why now December scores 67/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Martin Park Nature Center
City nature preserve with short wooded trails along a creek and a small nature center.
Why now Highs near 49°F and 1.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Redrock Canyon Grill
Lakeside grill at the East Wharf known for wood-fired rotisserie chicken and a patio over the water.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Louie's Grill & Bar
Casual lakeside bar and grill next to the lighthouse, known for burgers and a deck facing the lake.
Nearby in December
- Oklahoma City in December~8 mi · highs 49°F, 1.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Wichita Mountains in December~85 mi · highs 50°F, 1.3 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Tulsa in December~98 mi · highs 49°F, 2.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Dallas in December~198 mi · highs 57°F, 2.4 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Lake Hefner in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Lake Hefner?
It's middling, scoring 67/100. The best months are March & April and October & November, at up to 92. Expect highs of 49°F (9°C) and 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain.
How cold is Lake Hefner in December?
Average highs are 49°F (9°C) and average lows 29°F (-2°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it rain a lot in Lake Hefner in December?
Not much: about 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 34.6 in (878 mm).
What should I pack for Lake Hefner in December?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 49°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 29°F), shoes with grip (frost and ice are possible) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Lake Hefner
Routes in season in December
- Oklahoma City New Year's Eve Dec 30 – Jan 1
Planning Lake Hefner in December?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.