2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Cartagena in August

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

August is a wet time to visit Cartagena. Cartagena has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 30°C, lows of 25°C, and approximately 31 rainy days per month.

Avg High

30°C

Avg Low

25°C

Rainy days

31days

Daylight

12.5h

Is August a good time to visit Cartagena?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

5:53 AM

Sunset

6:22 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 33°C 24°C 3 Excellent (best)
February 34°C 24°C 1 Excellent (best)
March 35°C 24°C 1 Excellent (best)
April 34°C 25°C 13 Excellent (best)
May 32°C 25°C 27 Wet
June 30°C 25°C 27 Wet
July 30°C 24°C 29 Wet
August 30°C 25°C 31 Wet
September 29°C 24°C 30 Wet
October 30°C 24°C 28 Wet
November 29°C 24°C 25 Wet
December 31°C 23°C 13 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for August

Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Climate: Tropical
Travel Context Expect humidity and afternoon showers—plan flexible days.

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Common Questions

Is August a good time to visit Cartagena? +

August is typically Wet for visiting Cartagena, with average highs of 30°C and around 31 rainy days.

What should I pack for Cartagena in August? +

With highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C in {month}, we recommend: Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Does it rain a lot in Cartagena in August? +

Cartagena typically sees around 31 rainy days in August.

How many hours of daylight are there in Cartagena in August? +

In August, Cartagena gets approximately 12.5 hours of daylight per day.

Is August peak season in Cartagena? +

No, August is not peak season in Cartagena. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Cartagena? +

The best months to visit Cartagena are December, January, February, March, April, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: America/Bogota)

Last Updated: January 2026

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30° / 25°
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