Weather in Cartagena
What's the weather like in Cartagena?
Cartagena has warm year-round and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 31°C (88°F) in January to 32°C (90°F) in July, with overnight lows around 24°C (75°F) and 25°C (77°F) respectively.
No month in Cartagena sits in the typical comfort range of 18–26°C. The most temperate months are usually January and February.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇨🇴 Colombia
- Region
- South America
- Time zone
- America/Bogota
- Coordinates
- 10.391, -75.479
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 75°F | 5 mm | 1 | 0 |
| February | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 75°F | 5 mm | 1 | 0 |
| March | 31°C / 88°F | 25°C / 77°F | 5 mm | 1 | 0 |
| April | 32°C / 90°F | 25°C / 77°F | 25 mm | 3 | 0 |
| May | 32°C / 90°F | 25°C / 77°F | 105 mm | 9 | 0 |
| June | 32°C / 90°F | 25°C / 77°F | 105 mm | 12 | 0 |
| July | 32°C / 90°F | 25°C / 77°F | 105 mm | 12 | 0 |
| August | 32°C / 90°F | 25°C / 77°F | 130 mm | 14 | 0 |
| September | 31°C / 88°F | 25°C / 77°F | 175 mm | 16 | 0 |
| October | 31°C / 88°F | 25°C / 77°F | 220 mm | 17 | 0 |
| November | 31°C / 88°F | 25°C / 77°F | 95 mm | 11 | 0 |
| December | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 75°F | 25 mm | 3 | 0 |
Cartagena by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cartagena?
The most comfortable months in Cartagena are usually January, February, March, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Cartagena?
April is typically the hottest month in Cartagena, averaging a high of 32°C (90°F).
What is the coldest month in Cartagena?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 24°C (75°F).
Does it snow in Cartagena?
Snow is rare in Cartagena; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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