Climate in Cartagena — Annual Weather Overview
Cartagena has a tropical climate — hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season. The hottest month is February (average high 32.4°C) and the coolest is November (28.9°C). Temperatures are consistent year-round, with highs ranging only 3.5°C between the warmest and coolest months. Annual rainfall totals around 1348mm. October is the wettest month at 231.0mm, while February averages just 9.6mm. Average daily sunshine is 10.0 hours.
**Spring (March, April, May):** average highs 31.6°C, 220mm rain. **Summer (June, July, August):** average highs 30.1°C, 510mm rain. **Autumn (September, October, November):** average highs 29.4°C, 573mm rain. **Winter (December, January, February):** average highs 31.6°C, 45mm rain.
Cartagena — Monthly Temperatures
Cartagena — Monthly Rainfall
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Weather in Cartagena stays reasonable all year.
Cartagena weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.8°C | 23.9°C | 14.6mm | 11.1h | 4 | 10/10 |
| February | 32.4°C | 23.9°C | 9.6mm | 11.3h | 2 | 10/10 |
| March | 32.4°C | 24.0°C | 20.4mm | 11.4h | 6 | 10/10 |
| April | 31.5°C | 24.8°C | 69.1mm | 10.7h | 15 | 10/10 |
| May | 31.0°C | 25.3°C | 131.0mm | 10.0h | 21 | 9/10 |
| June | 29.9°C | 25.1°C | 178.9mm | 9.2h | 24 | 9/10 |
| July | 30.6°C | 25.2°C | 161.2mm | 9.6h | 20 | 9/10 |
| August | 29.8°C | 25.2°C | 169.8mm | 8.8h | 24 | 9/10 |
| September | 29.8°C | 25.1°C | 136.2mm | 9.3h | 23 | 9/10 |
| October | 29.4°C | 24.8°C | 231.0mm | 8.7h | 26 | 8/10 |
| November | 28.9°C | 24.6°C | 205.4mm | 8.8h | 24 | 8/10 |
| December | 30.7°C | 24.4°C | 20.4mm | 11.0h | 6 | 10/10 |
For the full verdict on when to go, see the best time to visit Cartagena and the Cartagena rainy season guide. Seasonal breakdowns: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of climate does Cartagena have?
Cartagena has a tropical climate — hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season. Average highs range from 28.9°C in November to 32.4°C in February.
What is the hottest month in Cartagena?
February is the hottest month in Cartagena, with average highs of 32.4°C and lows of 23.9°C.
What is the coldest month in Cartagena?
November is the coolest month, with average highs of 28.9°C and lows of 23.9°C.
What is the wettest month in Cartagena?
October is the wettest month, averaging 231.0mm of rainfall over around 26 rainy days.
When is rainy season in Cartagena?
Rainy season in Cartagena runs May to November, when rainfall is significantly higher than the rest of the year. Full rainy season guide →
How much rain does Cartagena get per year?
Cartagena receives around 1348mm of rain per year. The driest month is February (9.6mm).
When is the best time to visit Cartagena?
The best time to visit Cartagena is All year. See the full month-by-month guide →
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