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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Cartagena has a tropical rainforest climate, classified as Af in the Köppen system. The warmest month is February with an average high of 33°C, while the coldest month is January with lows dropping to 24°C. The annual temperature range of 9°C indicates a relatively stable climate year-round.
The driest month is February with only 2 rain days and 6mm of precipitation. For travellers, February through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 82% to 82% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Cartagena are January, February, March. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
33°C
February
Coldest Month
24°C
January
Driest Month
2 days
February
Annual Range
9°C
24° to 33°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C | 24°C | 2 | 11h | View |
| February | 33°C | 25°C | 2 | 11h | View |
| March | 33°C | 25°C | 5 | 11h | View |
| April | 32°C | 25°C | 15 | 11h | View |
| May | 30°C | 25°C | 26 | 10h | View |
| June | 30°C | 25°C | 25 | 10h | View |
| July | 30°C | 25°C | 25 | 10h | View |
| August | 30°C | 25°C | 27 | 10h | View |
| September | 30°C | 25°C | 28 | 9h | View |
| October | 29°C | 24°C | 29 | 9h | View |
| November | 29°C | 24°C | 24 | 10h | View |
| December | 30°C | 24°C | 10 | 11h | View |
January
2 rain days, 11h sun
February
2 rain days, 11h sun
March
5 rain days, 11h sun
April
15 rain days, 11h sun
May
26 rain days, 10h sun
June
25 rain days, 10h sun
July
25 rain days, 10h sun
August
27 rain days, 10h sun
September
28 rain days, 9h sun
October
29 rain days, 9h sun
November
24 rain days, 10h sun
December
10 rain days, 11h sun
Cartagena in February
Data Sources for Cartagena
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.