Cartagena vs Medellin

Cartagena and Medellin are closely matched in June. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Cartagena can feel quite hot at 30°C, so plan for heat. Medellin is also comfortable at 26°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cartagena is the stronger choice in June.

Cartagena reaches an average high of 30°C (86°F) and drops to 25°C (77°F) at night during June. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Medellin averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 16°C (61°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Cartagena receives approximately 169 mm of rainfall across 25 rain days during June. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Medellin sees 208 mm over 26 rain days. That makes Cartagena the drier option by 1 rain day and 39 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.