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The Bahamas · Ships call at Nassau, Bahamas
Dry and pleasant, peak cruise season
Nassau in December offers pleasant temperatures, with highs around 78°F and comfortable lows near 67°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 5 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Dry and pleasant, peak cruise season.
This is one of the most popular months to visit Nassau, so book shore excursions early. The top snorkeling spots and tours sell out fast. 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.
Old & New World Discovery Venice to Miami
Oceania Cruises
Sails Oct 23, 2026
Footsteps of Columbus Barcelona to Miami
Oceania Cruises
Sails Nov 2, 2026
Amazon & Tropical Isles Lisbon to Miami
Oceania Cruises
Sails Nov 9, 2026
Western & Eastern Caribbean: Mexico & Bahamas
HAL Cruises
Sails Nov 21, 2026
Caribbean & Bahamas
MSC Cruises
Sails Nov 21, 2026
Caribbean & Bahamas
MSC Cruises
Sails Nov 21, 2026
Nassau is the capital and most-visited cruise port of the Bahamas, a mix of British colonial architecture and Caribbean street life. Cable Beach and the Atlantis resort on Paradise Island are both minutes from the pier. Downtown has the straw market, conch fritters, and rows of pastel colonial buildings.
The average high temperature in Nassau during December is 78°F, with a low of 67°F.
Nassau typically sees 5 days of rain in December. Dry and pleasant, peak cruise season.
For a December cruise to Nassau, you should pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, and sun protection.