Galveston in December
Good time to visit
December wraps up the year with pleasant weather and holiday charm. Dickens festival brings crowds for one weekend, but the rest of the month stays manageable with comfortable temperatures.
Weather
December brings mild winter weather with pleasant days in the 60s and cool nights. Humidity stays low and rain is infrequent. Occasional cold fronts can drop temperatures quickly.
19°C high10°C low6 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$160/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Dickens on The Strand festival
- •Holiday lights and decorations
- •New Year's Eve celebrations
December Tips
- •Dickens festival transforms downtown into Victorian London
- •Pack layers for temperature variations throughout the day
- •Holiday decorations make The Strand District especially charming
All Months
March through May gives you the sweet spot – warm enough for the beach (70s-80s) without the brutal summer humidity. Spring Break brings college crowds in March, so aim for April or early May if you want things calmer.
October and November work great too. Water's still swimmable, temperatures hover in the 70s, and hurricane season winds down. Plus, you'll dodge the summer tourist rush.
Summer gets hot and sticky – we're talking 90s with Gulf humidity that makes it feel like 100+. But if you don't mind sweating, June through August offers the warmest water and longest beach days. Just book accommodations early; everything fills up.
Winter brings mild temperatures (50s-60s) perfect for exploring the historic district. The beaches feel pretty empty, but you probably won't want to swim. Some seasonal restaurants close, but the major attractions stay open.
Galveston Scores
Solo
6/10
Couples
6/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
4/10
Budget
7/10
Luxury
5/10
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