Things to do in Danville in December

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Overview

December is a good time to visit Danville. The weather is usually cold with a gentle breeze, with temperatures ranging from 33—52°F (1—11°C).

Danville has plenty to offer for visitors of all ages and interests. In this article, we tell you the top things to see and do for your December trip to Danville. Get inspired by the events, activities, attractions, and experiences unique to December. We’ll let you know where to explore events based on your interests, whether that’s food, culture, art, music, sport or others.

We’ll let you know everything you need to prepare for the weather in Danville in December. Learn about what to wear and pack for your trip, the average temperatures throughout December, temperature changes from morning to evening and much more.

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Best events and things to do in Danville in December

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Weather in Danville in December

Temperatures on an average day in Danville in December

The average temperature in Danville in December for a typical day ranges from a high of 52°F (11°C) to a low of 33°F (1°C). Some would describe it as cold with a gentle breeze.

For comparison, the hottest month in Danville, July, has days with highs of 91°F (33°C) and lows of 69°F (21°C). The coldest month, January has days with highs of 46°F (8°C) and lows of 28°F (-2°C). This graph shows how an average day looks like in Danville in December based on historical data.

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Historical temperature average in December
52°F
highs
33°F
lows

General weather summary

Cold with a gentle breeze
Feels like
30%
Chance of rain
0.148 in
Amount
11.0 mph
Wind speed
81%
Humidity
9.7 hrs
Daylight length
7:20 AM
Sunrise
5:03 PM
Sunset
45%
Cloud cover
Jacket
What to wear
What to wear in December
With an average high of 52°F (11°C) and a low of 33°F (1°C), it generally feels cold with a gentle breeze. There might also be a small chance of rain. With that in mind, most people would dress in something warm like a jacket
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Best attractions for Danville in December

Besides the array of exciting events and activities Danville has to offer for travelers in December, we want to remind you of the classic attractions in Danville that are great to visit at this time of the year as well! You can’t miss these iconic landmarks, local favorites, and places rich with cultural heritage. We hope to give you insights and inspiration into the best things to see and do to make the most of your visit. Here is a list of our top attractions in Danville for December.
AAF Tank Museum
1. AAF Tank Museum
4.7
(780)
History museum
Museums
Museum showcasing a large collection of military tank & cavalry artifacts from 1509 to the present.
River Walk Trail
2. River Walk Trail
4.0
(13)
Park
Nature & Parks
Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History
3. Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History
4.5
(148)
Museum
History museum
Historic mansion of William T. Sutherlin featuring rotating art, Civil War exhibits, tours & events.
Danville Science Center
4. Danville Science Center
4.6
(447)
Science museum
Museums
Science museum with seasonal butterfly center, dome-shaped digital theater & educational exhibits.
Dan Daniel Memorial Park
5. Dan Daniel Memorial Park
4.7
(728)
Memorial park
Fun & Games
2 Witches Winery & Brewing Company
6. 2 Witches Winery & Brewing Company
4.8
(236)
Brewery
Food & Drink
Lou's Antique Mall
7. Lou's Antique Mall
4.0
(230)
Antique store
Shopping
Ballad Brewing
8. Ballad Brewing
4.8
(221)
Brewery
Food & Drink
Danville Mall
9. Danville Mall
3.7
(2619)
Shopping mall
Shopping
Crossing at the Dan
10. Crossing at the Dan
4.6
(18)
Event venue
Museums
The Historic North Theatre
11. The Historic North Theatre
4.5
(21)
Performing arts theater
Concerts & Shows
Anglers Park
12. Anglers Park
4.6
(358)
Park
Nature & Parks
Leafy park on the Dan River with a boat ramp, walking/biking trails, a picnic shelter & free Wi-Fi.
Danvillian Gallery
13. Danvillian Gallery
3.0
(1)
Art gallery
Shopping
Family Fun Zone USA
14. Family Fun Zone USA
4.5
(40)
Children's amusement center
Fun & Games

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