Lake Mead National Recreation Area in December
In December, Lake Mead National Recreation Area averages a high of 57°F and a low of 38°F, with 0.8 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 382,000 people visit, the 11th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 9 hours 42 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 57° / 38°F
- Precipitation
- 0.8in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 9h 42m
- Visitors
- 382,000
- Crowds
- Busy
December is one of the best months to visit: mild, wet weather with busy crowds.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Echo Bay, NV, 5.1 miles from the park's center, 1,250 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in December
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zion National Park | 53° / 29° | Moderate | Cool |
| Grand Canyon National Park | 43° / 18° | Busy | Cool |
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 37° / 17° | Quiet | Cold |
| Death Valley National Park | 66° / 41° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Joshua Tree National Park | 62° / 40° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Lake Mead National Recreation Area on nps.gov
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