Hot Springs National Park in December
In December, Hot Springs National Park averages a high of 53°F and a low of 35°F, with 5.0 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 128,000 people visit, the 9th busiest of 12 (moderate). Days are 9 hours 51 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 53° / 35°F
- Precipitation
- 5.0in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 9h 51m
- Visitors
- 128,000
- Crowds
- Moderate
Best months for weather and crowds instead: February (busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Hot Springs 1 NNE, AR, 1.6 miles from the park's center, 626 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in December
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo National River | 46° / 28° | Quiet | Cool |
| Ozark National Scenic Riverways | 47° / 24° | Quiet | Cool |
| Natchez Trace Parkway | 58° / 35° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Chickasaw National Recreation Area | 54° / 31° | Quiet | Cool |
| Gateway Arch National Park | 44° / 29° | Quiet | Cool |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Hot Springs National Park on nps.gov
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