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Germany · Ships call at Kiel, Germany
Cold and gray
Kiel in December brings cooler conditions, with highs around 41°F, so pack layers alongside your warm-weather gear. Rain is uncommon, with only about 3 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Cold and gray.
Crowds are moderate in December, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Dress in layers: a waterproof shell over a mid-layer handles the range between cool mornings and afternoon port temps.
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Sailings that are at sea during December, with the date each one leaves port.
Oslo Entdecken: Entspannung Im Hohen Norden - Ab Bremerhaven/Bis Kiel
TUI Cruises
Sails Nov 28, 2026
Von Gran Canaria uber Portugal nach Kiel
AIDA Cruises
Sails Nov 28, 2026
Schonheiten Der Ostsee - Ab/Bis Kiel
TUI Cruises
Sails Nov 29, 2026
Metropolen Der Ostsee - Ab Kiel/Bis Hamburg
TUI Cruises
Sails Nov 29, 2026
Vielfalt Norwegens - Ab/Bis Kiel
TUI Cruises
Sails Dec 2, 2026
Zauberhaftes Norwegen Und Ostseemetropolen - Ab/Bis Kiel
TUI Cruises
Sails Dec 2, 2026
Most ships use the Ostseekai terminal in the city center, a 10 to 15 minute walk from Kiel’s main station. MSC and Costa usually use Ostuferhafen on the east bank of the fjord, which needs a taxi or transfer. Hamburg Airport is the usual airport, about an hour away by car or a direct Kielius coach ride.
The average high temperature in Kiel during December is 41°F, with a low of 35°F.
Kiel typically sees 3 days of rain in December. Cold and gray.
For a December cruise to Kiel, you should pack warm layers, a waterproof jacket, and thermal wear.