Medellin vs Cartagena

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cartagena edges ahead as the better destination in December. Cartagena offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Medellin sees 9 sunshine hours and 24 rain days.

Medellin sits in the comfortable travel range at 25°C. Cartagena runs hot at 30°C.

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

Medellin reaches an average high of 25°C (77°F) and drops to 17°C (63°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Cartagena averages 30°C (86°F) for the high and 24°C (75°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°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 December.

Medellin receives approximately 192 mm of rainfall across 24 rain days during December. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Cartagena sees 60 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Cartagena the drier option by 14 rain days and 132 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.