Cartagena in January
8.4out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Hot: daytime highs around 31°C. Very dry: about 2 rainy days.
31°CAvg high
25°CAvg low
2Rainy days (9 mm)
11:27 hDaylight
06:28Sunrise · 17:55 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 31°C
- Very dry: about 2 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in January varies a lot between years (±3.5 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 25°C | 9 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.4 |
| February | 31°C | 25°C | 6 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.3 |
| March | 31°C | 25°C | 19 mm | 4 | – | – | 7.9 |
| April | 31°C | 26°C | 75 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.5 |
| May | 30°C | 26°C | 181 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.8 |
| June | 30°C | 26°C | 176 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.8 |
| July | 30°C | 26°C | 156 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.8 |
| August | 30°C | 26°C | 186 mm | 28 | – | – | 5.9 |
| September | 29°C | 26°C | 209 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.0 |
| October | 29°C | 25°C | 265 mm | 29 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 29°C | 25°C | 202 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 30°C | 25°C | 61 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Cartagena in January?
Daytime highs average 31°C and nights about 25°C.
When is the best time to visit Cartagena?
The best months are January, February, March.