Savannah events & things to do in December 2026
Start with Forsyth Park, Bonaventure Cemetery, plus Savannah Historic District Squares. December in Savannah averages 17°C / 63°F highs, 7°C / 44°F nights, and about 11 rainy days.
Expect 17°C/63°F days and about 11 rainy ones in December. Start with these:
- Forsyth Park★ 4.8 · 19.2k reviewsThirty-acre park south of the historic core, anchored by the 1858 fountain, shaded walks, lawns, and a Saturday farmers market.
- Bonaventure Cemetery★ 4.7 · 813 reviewsLarge Victorian cemetery east of town known for live oaks, funerary sculpture, and bluff views over the Wilmington River.
- Motown ChristmasDec 3Savannah Civic Center - Johnny Mercer Theatre · Source: Ticketmaster
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By TripSapien Research · Updated June 3, 2026
Savannah in December 2026
Weather
TempTemperature
63°F / 44°F
17.4°C / 6.7°C
RainPrecipitation
11d
3.1in · 78.2mm
LightDaylight
10.2h
Mild holiday season with short days and strong restaurant demand around weekends.
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Dec 25Christmas DayPublic holiday
- Dec 25-Dec 27Long weekend
About Savannah
City overview
Savannah is a planned colonial city of shaded squares, live oaks, river warehouses, and a strong preservation layer around the Historic District and Victorian District. The calendar swings from spring garden weather to heavy summer heat, fall ghost-tour and festival demand, and mild winter weekends.
Food & drink
Savannah food leans coastal Southern: shrimp and grits, crab stew, fried green tomatoes, biscuits, pralines, and seafood near the river or marsh. The strongest dining mix is split between polished Historic District restaurants, Starland casual spots, and beach seafood on Tybee.
Top sights
Ranked for December suitability using weather, setting, ratings, and review volume.
- 1Savannah Historic District Squares
- 2Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist
- 3Telfair Museums
- 4River Street
- 5SCAD Museum of Art
- 6Tybee Island
1Savannah Historic District Squares
4.8★ · 287outdoorOpen dailyA grid of pocket squares framed by churches, houses, museums, and inns; walking square-to-square is the core Savannah experience.
2Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist
4.8★ · 7,262indoorOpen dailyTwin-spired Gothic Revival church with stained glass and murals, a major visual anchor near Lafayette Square.
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3Telfair Museums
4.5★ · 784indoorClosed MonThree-site museum group including the Telfair Academy, Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters, and the contemporary Jepson Center.
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- 4River Street
- 5SCAD Museum of Art
- 6Tybee Island
Neighborhoods
1Historic District
Squares, inns, museums, churches, and restaurants in the walkable core north of Forsyth Park.
2Victorian District
Colorful 19th-century houses, quieter blocks, and the south edge of Forsyth Park.
3Starland District
Creative corridor with SCAD influence, murals, small galleries, coffee, vintage shops, and casual restaurants.
Day trips
29km / 30 min by car
Tybee Island Lighthouse & Beach
Barrier-island beach, pier, lighthouse, and casual seafood, easiest as a half-day from the Historic District.
15km / 20 min by car
Wormsloe State Historic Site
Live-oak avenue, tabby ruins, and colonial Georgia interpretation south-east of town.
50km / 1h by car
Hilton Head Island
Resort beaches, bike trails, golf, and dolphin tours across the South Carolina line.
Getting around
The Historic District is best on foot, with DOT fare-free shuttles and ferries covering some visitor routes. A car helps for Tybee, Wormsloe, Bonaventure, and late-night returns from outlying districts.
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Common questions about Savannah in December
- What to pack for Savannah in December
Pack for December's weather, not a generic Savannah checklist.
- Layerable daytime clothes for average highs around 17°C / 63°F.
- A heavier evening layer because nights average 7°C / 44°F.
- Compact rain gear and shoes that handle wet pavement across about 11 rainy days.
- How many days do you need in Savannah
- 3 days covers the main Savannah highlights at a realistic pace. Add 3 extra days if you want the listed day trips.
- Is Savannah worth visiting in December
- Yes. December in Savannah averages 17°C / 63°F highs, 7°C / 44°F nights, and about 11 rainy days.
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