Best Time to Visit Cartagena
The best months to visit Cartagena are Jan, Feb, Mar. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jan, Feb, Mar
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Cartagena. Expect highs of 32°C to 32°C to 33°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
March
33°C high
Coldest Month
January
24°C low
Driest Month
January
4 rain days
Wettest Month
September
30 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 32°C / Low: 24°C
4 rain days
February
High: 32°C / Low: 25°C
5 rain days
March
High: 33°C / Low: 25°C
7 rain days
April
High: 33°C / Low: 25°C
17 rain days
May
High: 31°C / Low: 26°C
23 rain days
June
High: 31°C / Low: 26°C
27 rain days
July
High: 32°C / Low: 26°C
22 rain days
August
High: 31°C / Low: 26°C
26 rain days
September
High: 30°C / Low: 26°C
30 rain days
October
High: 30°C / Low: 25°C
28 rain days
November
High: 30°C / Low: 25°C
26 rain days
December
High: 31°C / Low: 25°C
14 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Cartagena
Peak Season
January, February, March
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
April, December
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
May, June, July, August, September, October, November
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January★ | 32°C | 24°C | 4 | Peak Season |
February★ | 32°C | 25°C | 5 | Peak Season |
March★ | 33°C | 25°C | 7 | Peak Season |
April | 33°C | 25°C | 17 | Shoulder Season |
May | 31°C | 26°C | 23 | Off Season |
June | 31°C | 26°C | 27 | Off Season |
July | 32°C | 26°C | 22 | Off Season |
August | 31°C | 26°C | 26 | Off Season |
September | 30°C | 26°C | 30 | Off Season |
October | 30°C | 25°C | 28 | Off Season |
November | 30°C | 25°C | 26 | Off Season |
December | 31°C | 25°C | 14 | Shoulder Season |
Season Timeline
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Cartagena Walking Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems
Discover Cartagena on foot with a local guide who knows every backstreet and story. You will cover the must-see landmarks and stumble upon places most visitors never find.
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Cartagena Food Tour: Street Food & Local Favourites
Eat your way through Cartagena with a local foodie as your guide. From bustling markets to tucked-away restaurants, taste the dishes the city is truly known for.
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Best of Cartagena: Skip-the-Line Top Attractions
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Day Trip from Cartagena: Scenic Excursion
Escape Cartagena for the day and explore the stunning surroundings. Transport, guide, and itinerary are all sorted so you can relax and enjoy the scenery.
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Cartagena Cultural Experience: History & Traditions
Go beyond sightseeing and connect with Cartagena's living culture. From hands-on workshops to historic neighbourhood walks, this is the side of the city most travellers miss.
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