Cartagena weather and climate
Cartagena weather and climate
Day
29 °C
Night
19 °C
Sea
24 °C
Precipitation
27 mm
in month
Rainy days
4 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
7 hours
average
Humidity
70 %
Day
29 °C
Night
19 °C
Sea
24 °C
Precipitation
27 mm
in month
Rainy days
4 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
7 hours
average
Humidity
70 %
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Weather overview for Cartagena
Weather overview
Cartagena (Spain) in general has a hot climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 16.2 °C (61.2 °F) in January to 32.6 °C (90.7 °F) in August. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in August with 21.4 °C (70.5 °F), the lowest in January with 6.1 °C (43.0 °F). The least rainy month in Cartagena is July with its 1 days of rain, the rainiest month is November, when it rains 5 days. Sea temperatures are in the following range: 14.4 °C (58.0 °F) in February to 25.4 °C (77.7 °F) in August.
January weather
The sea temperature continues to descent, with its value being 14.8 °C (58.6 °F) in Cartagena, while the minimum of the day temperature can be noticed, with its value of 16.2 °C (61.2 °F). The night temperature is on its minimum, its value is 6.1 °C (43.0 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, with its value of 5 hours.
February weather
The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value of 17.6 °C (63.7 °F) in Cartagena, while the minimum of the sea temperature can be noticed, with its value being 14.4 °C (58.0 °F). The night temperature starts to rise, the value of this measure is 7.2 °C (45.0 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise.
March weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month in Cartagena, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value of 9.3 °C (48.7 °F). The rise of the day length can be observed, with its value being 12 hours.
April weather
The beginning of the rise of the sea temperature could be noticed in Cartagena, while the day temperature continues to rise, its value is 21.5 °C (70.7 °F). The rise of the night temperature can be observed, with its value being 11.4 °C (52.5 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed, with its value being 7 hours. The wind speed is on its maximum, with its value being 4.3. The minimum of the humidity can be noticed.
May weather
The sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 18.0 °C (64.3 °F) in Cartagena, and the day temperature continues to rise as well. The beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed. The dry season slowly starts this month. The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 14.6 °C (58.3 °F). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value being 9 hours.
June weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 29.3 °C (84.7 °F) in Cartagena, and the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, the value of this measure is 21.0 °C (69.7 °F). The tourist season is about to start. The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 2 days, while the beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed in this month. The rise of the night temperature can be observed.
July weather
The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 32.3 °C (90.1 °F) in Cartagena, and the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, its value is 23.8 °C (74.9 °F). The tourist season is close to its peak this month. The minimum of the rainfall amount is observable, the value of this measure is 2 mm (0.08 in), and the number of rainy days is on its minimum as well. The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its maximum, with its value of 10 hours.
August weather
The tourist season continues in Cartagena, and there is pending dry season too this month. The maximum of the day temperature can be noticed, with its value being 32.6 °C (90.7 °F), and the maximum of the sea temperature is observable too in August. The maximum of the night temperature is observable, its value is 21.4 °C (70.5 °F). The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, with its value being 1 days.
September weather
The tourist season is taking place in Cartagena. The beginning of the descent of the sea temperature could be noticed, its value is 24.1 °C (75.5 °F), and the beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed too. The beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed, with its value of 27 mm (1.05 in), while the number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 4 days. The beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed, with its value being 18.7 °C (65.7 °F).
October weather
The descent of the sea temperature can be observed in Cartagena, and the day temperature continues to descent as well, its value is 25.2 °C (77.4 °F). The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, the value of this measure is 4 days, while the maximum of the rainfall amount is observable. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 6 hours. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 14.9 °C (58.8 °F).
November weather
The descent of the sea temperature can be observed in Cartagena, and the day temperature continues to descent as well, the value of this measure is 20.3 °C (68.5 °F). The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 10.3 °C (50.5 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, the value of this measure is 6 hours. The humidity is on its maximum, with its value being 71 %. The number of rainy days is on its maximum in this month.
December weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 17.0 °C (62.6 °F) in Cartagena, and the descent of the sea temperature can be observed as well, with its value of 16.1 °C (61.1 °F). The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, with its value being 4 days, and the rainfall amount descent's start could be observed as well in December. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, the value of this measure is 5 hours. The day length is on its minimum in December.
FAQs
What level of humidity is to expect in February in Cartagena?
In February in Cartagena, expect humidity around 67 %.
Is there a dry season in Cartagena in March?
No, March is not a dry month in Cartagena, expect rain approximately 4 days in a month.
How windy is Cartagena in April?
In Cartagena in April, there will be an average wind scale of 4.3.
How many rainy days can I expect in Cartagena in May?
There are 3 days, which are rainy in Cartagena in May, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 0.8 days of the week, or in general - 11 % days.
Is June a good month to visit Cartagena?
June is the best month to visit Cartagena. The daily temperatures in this month reach pleasant 29.3 °C (84.7 °F). At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 18.4 °C (65.1 °F). You can expect just 2 days of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary. A sea temperature of 21.0 °C (69.7 °F) can seem colder to some, but others will call it refreshing.
Is it hot in Cartagena in July?
Yes, it is hot in July in Cartagena, although the perception of heat can be subjective. Daytime temperatures rise to 32.3 °C (90.1 °F).
What is the temperature in Cartagena during the day in August?
The average daily temperature in August in Cartagena is 32.6 °C (90.7 °F). The great temperature for lying by the sea or pool and sunbathing, everywhere else you will probably be a bit hot. Don't forget to drink during the day, in these temperatures you should hydrate yourself a lot.
Is there a wet season in September in Cartagena?
No, there is no wet season in Cartagena in September - you can expect 4 days of rain during the month.
What is the sea temperature in Cartagena in October?
In October in Cartagena expect the sea to be warm at 21.4 °C (70.5 °F). The sea at this temperature is quite cold, but it is already possible to stay in it for a long time and it is pleasantly refreshing on hot, steamy days.
What is the air temperature in Cartagena in November at night?
The average night temperature in Cartagena in November is 10.3 °C (50.5 °F). Nights can be cooler, morning running can be refreshing but choose appropriate clothing, evening outdoor sitting can be pleasant but you can also be cold.
How many sunny hours can I expect in December in Cartagena?
There is an average length of sunshine of 5 hours per day in Cartagena in December.