Cartagena in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Cartagena (June, July, August) averages daytime highs of 30.1°C and lows of 25.2°C, with around 509.9mm of rain across the season (68 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (June, July, August).
In the northern hemisphere, summer in Cartagena covers June, July, August.
Summer in Cartagena month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 29.9°C | 25.1°C | 178.9mm | 24 | 9/10 |
| July | 30.6°C | 25.2°C | 161.2mm | 20 | 9/10 |
| August | 29.8°C | 25.2°C | 169.8mm | 24 | 9/10 |
What to pack for Cartagena in summer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Cartagena?
Summer in Cartagena rates around 9/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 30.1°C with 509.9mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Cartagena in summer?
Daytime highs average 30.1°C (86.2°F) across June, July, August, with nights around 25.2°C.
What months are summer in Cartagena?
Cartagena is in the northern hemisphere, so summer covers June, July, August.
See also: best time to visit Cartagena · Cartagena annual climate · Cartagena in spring · Cartagena in autumn · Cartagena in winter
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Summer in Cartagena — what to pack
Lightweight travel clothing
Lightweight, breathable clothing and a compact travel umbrella are essential in this climate.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.