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USA · Ships call at Galveston, Texas
Cool and mild
Galveston in December offers pleasant temperatures, with highs around 65°F and comfortable lows near 59°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 3 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Cool and mild.
Crowds are moderate in December, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Lightweight layers work well: a light cardigan for evenings on deck and breathable tops for port days cover most conditions.
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Sailings that are at sea during December, with the date each one leaves port.
Western Caribbean
Carnival Cruises
Sails Nov 23, 2026
Western Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean Cruises
Sails Nov 28, 2026
Western Caribbean
Carnival Cruises
Sails Nov 28, 2026
Caribbean Round-trip Galveston: Harvest Caye, Cozumel & Roatan
NCL Cruises
Sails Nov 28, 2026
The Bahamas
Carnival Cruises
Sails Nov 28, 2026
Very Merrytime Western Caribbean Cruise From Galveston
Disney Cruises
Sails Nov 29, 2026
Galveston is the main cruise port in Texas, on an island southeast of Houston. Most cruisers fly into Houston Hobby or Bush Intercontinental and drive down. The terminals sit on Harborside Drive, a short walk from the Strand historic district, with the beach and seawall on the other side of the island.
The average high temperature in Galveston during December is 65°F, with a low of 59°F.
Galveston typically sees 3 days of rain in December. Cool and mild.
For a December cruise to Galveston, you should pack layers, a light jacket, and comfortable walking shoes.