Cartagena vs Medellin

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cartagena edges ahead as the better destination in April. Cartagena offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 15 rain days, while Medellin sees 8 sunshine hours and 28 rain days.

Cartagena can feel quite hot at 32°C, so plan for heat. Medellin is also comfortable at 26°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cartagena is the stronger choice in April. Cartagena receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Cartagena reaches an average high of 32°C (90°F) and drops to 25°C (77°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Medellin averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 17°C (63°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. There is a notable 6°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in April.

Cartagena receives approximately 73 mm of rainfall across 15 rain days during April. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Medellin sees 328 mm over 28 rain days. That makes Cartagena the drier option by 13 rain days and 255 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.