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Cartagena

Cartagena

Bolívar, Colombia

Local time21:53 Sunrise05:50 Sunset17:45 Elevation2 m
Photo: Martin St-Amant ( S23678 ) derivative work: Inkey · CC BY-SA 3.0
Weather

When is the best time to visit Cartagena?

Average high and low for every month, with rainfall below. The current month is highlighted.

20° 25° 30° 35° 31° 24° 1 Jan 31° 24° 0 Feb 31° 25° 3 Mar 32° 26° 19 Apr 32° 26° 117 May 32° 26° 93 Jun 32° 26° 121 Jul 32° 26° 127 Aug 32° 26° 133 Sep 32° 26° 237 Oct 32° 26° 178 Nov 31° 25° 45 Dec mm
Cold (high ≤ 8 °C) Cool Mild Warm Rain (mm)

The climate in numbers

Warmest month 32° June
Coldest month 24° January
Wettest month 237mm October
Rain per year 1,074mm
Rainy days per year 70

Averages for 1991–2020 measured at the Aeropuerto Rafael Nunez weather station, 3 km away. Source: World Meteorological Organization climate normals.

MonthHighLowRainRainy days Daylight
January 31.1 °C 24.0 °C 1 mm 0.1 11.6 h
February 31.1 °C 24.2 °C 0 mm 0.1 11.8 h
March 31.2 °C 24.9 °C 3 mm 0.4 12.1 h
April 31.7 °C 25.8 °C 19 mm 2.0 12.4 h
May 32.0 °C 26.1 °C 117 mm 7.0 12.6 h
June 32.3 °C 26.1 °C 93 mm 8.5 12.7 h
July 32.2 °C 25.7 °C 121 mm 8.5 12.7 h
August 32.2 °C 25.9 °C 127 mm 9.5 12.5 h
September 32.1 °C 25.8 °C 133 mm 10.3 12.2 h
October 31.7 °C 25.6 °C 237 mm 12.1 11.9 h
November 31.5 °C 25.5 °C 178 mm 8.9 11.6 h
December 31.4 °C 24.8 °C 45 mm 2.6 11.5 h
What to pack

What to wear in Cartagena

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Day32 °C Night26 °C Rain237 mm

October in Cartagena: hot, with highs of 32 °C and lows of 26 °C. Light clothes are enough.

Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
Warm layer Not needed
Jacket Light windbreaker
Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
Folding umbrella Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
  • It is one of the wettest months, with 237 mm. Bring something waterproof.
  • Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.

Based on each month's average weather. Pack your everyday basics too.

Typical souvenirs

What to buy in Cartagena

Researched in October 2026
  • Wayuu bagsIndigenous artisans from La Guajira weave them in bright yarns. San Jacinto, 90 minutes away, is another weaving center.
    WhereLas Bóvedas and shops in the walled city
    No reliable price data

    Sources: aldianews.com · brokenbootstravel.com

  • Iraca palm accessoriesBags, hats and accessories made of iraca palm fibre are sold in almost every shop in the city.
    WhereShops in the historic center
    No reliable price data

    Sources: aldianews.com

  • Sombrero vueltiaoThis is the traditional hat of Colombia's Caribbean coast. The 15-pair ones cost less than the 27-pair ones.
    WhereLas Bóvedas and the large city market
    No reliable price data

    Sources: brokenbootstravel.com · minube.com

  • Emerald jewelryThe emerald is Colombia's emblem stone. Shops in the historic center sell polished or rough stones.
    WhereShops in the historic center
    No reliable price data

    Sources: aldianews.com

We don't recommend specific shops: we tell you what to look for and in what kind of place. Prices change often; use them as a rough guide.

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