Cartagena, ColombiaQuick decision
When to visit Cartagena?
🌞 Best time overall
February
🌡️ Optimal temperature
24°C–32°C in February
🌧 Least rain
9% rainy days in February
🌧 Wettest month
June (83%)
📅 Best score
8.2/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Walled CityDec–Mar — colonial UNESCO quarter, colorful buildings, balconies.
Rosario IslandsDec–Apr — island hopping, turquoise water, snorkeling.
Caribbean cuisineYear-round — ceviche, arepas de huevo, Getsemaní food scene.
BudgetMay–Jun or Sep–Nov — fewer tourists, prices –30%, occasional rain.
Monthly climate data
Cartagena weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ January | 24°C | 32°C | 12% | 0.5 | 11.2h | 8.1/10 |
| ☀️ February | 24°C | 32°C | 9% | 0.3 | 11.3h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ March | 25°C | 32°C | 16% | 0.5 | 11.6h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 25°C | 32°C | 47% | 2.1 | 12.0h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ May | 25°C | 30°C | 73% | 5.0 | 11.0h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ June | 25°C | 30°C | 83% | 5.5 | 10.5h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ July | 25°C | 30°C | 68% | 4.2 | 11.0h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ August | 25°C | 30°C | 75% | 4.6 | 10.1h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 25°C | 30°C | 80% | 4.7 | 9.7h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 25°C | 29°C | 85% | 6.1 | 9.8h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ November | 25°C | 29°C | 73% | 5.8 | 10.6h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 25°C | 31°C | 29% | 1.0 | 11.2h | 7.9/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 31°C, 45% rainy days, 11.5h sunshine/day. Score: 7.5/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 30°C, 75% rainy days, 10.5h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 29°C, 79% rainy days, 10.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 32°C, 17% rainy days, 11.2h sunshine/day. Score: 8.1/10.
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FAQ
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February is ideal with 9% rainy days and 32°C.
June is the wettest month with 83% rainy days.
Yes, February is the best month with an average of 32°C.
In winter, the average score is 8.1/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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