Cartagena vs Medellin

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cartagena edges ahead as the better destination in November. Cartagena offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 24 rain days, while Medellin sees 8 sunshine hours and 29 rain days.

Cartagena can feel quite hot at 29°C, so plan for heat. Medellin is also comfortable at 24°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cartagena is the stronger choice in November. Cartagena receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Cartagena reaches an average high of 29°C (84°F) and drops to 24°C (75°F) at night during November. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Medellin averages 24°C (75°F) for the high and 17°C (63°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 5°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 November.

Cartagena receives approximately 198 mm of rainfall across 24 rain days during November. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Medellin sees 292 mm over 29 rain days. That makes Cartagena the drier option by 5 rain days and 94 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.