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Uptown Charlotte in December
Uptown Charlotte cools off: highs slip to 53°F (12°C), from 62°F in November, with lows of 33°F (1°C) and about 4.2 in (107 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 64/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 53°F (12°C)
- Avg low
- 33°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 4.2 in (107 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 56%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 64/100 · Good
What December feels like
Afternoons only reach about 53°F (12°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Lows average 33°F (1°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.2 in (107 mm).
Plan around December
December sits mid-table; the best months are April and October & November.
- Shortest days of the year, about 9 h 38 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 85/100 in November to 64/100.
- Our Charlotte 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 53°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.2 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Uptown Charlotte in December
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
CLT NYE at Truist Field
Charlotte's official countdown inside the Knights' ballpark, with skating, snow tubing, light displays and midnight fireworks.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Dec 31, 8 p.m. to midnight.
Romare Bearden Park
Uptown park beside Truist Field, its trees wrapped in lights through the holidays.
Why now December scores 64/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
The Fillmore Charlotte
Concert hall in the AvidXchange Music Factory complex just north of Uptown, with touring bands most weekends.
The Capital Grille
Dry-aged steakhouse on North Tryon Street, one of Uptown's long-running rooms for a special night out.
Why now Highs near 53°F and 4.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in December
- Blowing Rock in December~78 mi · highs 42°F, 4.2 in rain or snow · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Asheville in December~99 mi · highs 48°F, 4.9 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Downtown Raleigh in December~130 mi · highs 52°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Cherokee in December~141 mi · highs 49°F, 5.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
These averages also cover NoDa.
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.
Uptown Charlotte in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Uptown Charlotte?
It's middling, scoring 64/100. The best months are April and October & November, at up to 90. Expect highs of 53°F (12°C) and 4.2 in (107 mm) of rain.
How cold is Uptown Charlotte in December?
Average highs are 53°F (12°C) and average lows 33°F (1°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Uptown Charlotte in December?
Some: about 4.2 in (107 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 45.1 in (1146 mm).
What should I pack for Uptown Charlotte in December?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 53°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.2 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Uptown Charlotte
Routes in season in December
- Charlotte New Year's Eve Dec 30 – Jan 1
Planning Uptown Charlotte in December?
Share this December plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.