Cartagena in June

In June, Cartagena averages 32°C (90°F) during the day and 25°C (77°F) at night, with around 12 days of rain (105 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are warm and beach-friendly. Plan for unsettled weather and bring rain gear.

June in Cartagena is outside the typical sweet spot for sightseeing weather. It can still be a great time to visit if you have specific reasons (festivals, off-season pricing, etc.).

32°C
Avg high
25°C
Avg low
12
Rain days
105 mm
Rainfall

How June compares to the rest of the year in Cartagena

3rd
warmest month of the 12
4th
wettest month of the 12
11%
of yearly rainfall falls in June
12 h 44 min
daylight on the 15th

June is one of the warmest months in Cartagena (3rd of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (4th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 1°C above the annual average (31°C). June runs roughly the same as May (32°C) and stays flat into July.

June sunrise & sunset in Cartagena

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
5:40 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
6:24 PM
Day length
12 h 44 min

Times shown for Cartagena local time (America/Bogota), calculated for the 15th of June. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Cartagena — June

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of June, in Cartagena's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
4:40 AM – 5:20 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
5:20 AM – 6:20 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:44 PM – 6:44 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:44 PM – 7:24 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Good
Galactic core is up but lower on the horizon; head well outside city limits for a clean view.

📅 When to book — Cartagena in June

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on June's tier (Shoulder) and Cartagena's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

Crowds & pricing — June in Cartagena

Shoulder

Cartagena is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Sun & mosquito risk — June in Cartagena

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
12.6
Extreme
Stay indoors during midday hours; SPF 50+ even briefly outside, UPF clothing, wide-brim hat, sunglasses essential.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●●●
Severe
Severe mosquito season with active disease transmission risk. DEET 30%+, picaridin 20%, long sleeves day and night, treated nets, and check CDC/WHO travel advisories before going.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

📊 Right now vs typical — Cartagena in June

Actual avg (last 30 days)
31.8°C
89°F
Typical June avg high
32°C
90°F · 30-yr baseline
Anomaly
■ -0.2°C
on average

The past 30 days in Cartagena are tracking the long-term June average.

Comparison window 2026-05-20 → 2026-06-19 (19 days of observed data). Single-month windows are noisy — strong signals here flag a real anomaly; small ones (<1°C) are within typical year-to-year variation.

Sea temperature in Cartagena — June

30.3°C (87°F)
bath-warm
tropical and comfortable for hours

Across the year Cartagena's sea swings from 28.1°C (February) to 30.6°C (September) — June sits at 30.3°C.

Cartagena in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow 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

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Cartagena in June?

In June, Cartagena averages a high of 32°C (90°F) and a low of 25°C (77°F) — generally hot.

Does it rain a lot in Cartagena in June?

June can be fairly wet in Cartagena, with about 12 rainy days on average.

Is June a good time to visit Cartagena?

June is hot. It suits travelers who are comfortable with hot weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Cartagena in June?

Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full June packing list for Cartagena for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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