Cartagena
A walled colonial old town in candy colours with balconies dripping bougainvillea, Caribbean heat that makes the evening the actual social hour, and street food stalls that outclass half the restaurants.
The best time to visit Cartagena is Dec–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 32°C (89°F). Local time there is 03:36 (UTC-5).
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The year at a glance
January · high 32°C · rain 13mm · 11.6h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C89°F | 13mm0.5in | 11.6h11.6h | in the recommended window |
| February | 32°C90°F | 9mm0.4in | 11.8h11.8h | in the recommended window |
| March | 32°C90°F | 19mm0.7in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| April | 32°C89°F | 62mm2.4in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| May | 31°C88°F | 131mm5.2in | 12.6h12.6h | |
| June | 30°C86°F | 158mm6.2in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| July | 31°C88°F | 140mm5.5in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| August | 30°C87°F | 152mm6.0in | 12.5h12.5h | |
| September | 30°C86°F | 128mm5.0in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| October | 30°C85°F | 208mm8.2in | 11.9h11.9h | |
| November | 30°C85°F | 171mm6.7in | 11.6h11.6h | |
| December | 31°C88°F | 21mm0.8in | 11.5h11.5h | in the recommended window |
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When is the best time to visit Cartagena?
The best time to visit Cartagena is Dec–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 32°C (89°F).
How warm does Cartagena get?
Typical daytime highs in Cartagena are Mar–May 32°C (89°F), Jun–Aug 31°C (87°F), Sep–Nov 30°C (85°F), Dec–Feb 32°C (89°F).
Is Cartagena expensive?
On the ground, Cartagena is cheap.
What sort of trip is Cartagena good for?
Cartagena is good for beach and sun holidays, history and culture, relaxing holidays, food and drink.
How rainy is Cartagena?
The wettest month in Cartagena is October at 208mm (8.2in), the driest February at 9mm (0.4in), with a monthly average of 101mm (4.0in).
What plug do I need for Cartagena?
Cartagena uses type A, B sockets at 110 V.
